Understanding your Own website requirements and limitations
Own website is designed to help businesses create professional websites quickly and easily. To ensure a smooth experience, there are a few requirements, limitations and subscription-related details you should know before getting started.
What you need to use Own website
To access and use Own website, you will need
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An active Tide business account
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An active Own website subscription
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A stable internet connection
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A mobile device or browser to access the Tide app
Where can I find Own website in the Tide app?
You can access Own website through multiple entry points in the Tide app:
By using the Global Search feature and searching for “Own website”
Tap on “Go To Website Builder” to start creating and managing your website.
Do I need technical skills to create my website?
No. Own website is designed for everyone. You can simply drag, drop, edit and publish your website without any coding or technical knowledge.
Will my website work on mobile phones?
Yes. All websites created with Own website are fully mobile-optimised and automatically adapt across:
Mobile phones
Tablets
Desktop browsers
Supported website types
Own website is suitable for:
Small businesses
Service providers
Freelancers
Consultants
Retail businesses
Online catalogues
Subscription plans and pricing
Is there any benefit of choosing yearly over monthly?
Yes. The yearly plan offers:
Approximate savings of ₹989
Hassle-free usage for a full year
No need for frequent monthly payments
How much does the yearly plan cost?
You will be charged ₹4,916.82 (including taxes) at the time of purchase.
From the next billing cycle starting 1 April 2027, the renewal price will be ₹4,999.00 (including taxes).
What happens if I fail to pay for the subscription?
Tide attempts to charge your account on the 1st of every month.
If your PPI account has insufficient balance, we continue retrying the payment until the end of the month.
There is a 14-day grace period during which payment retries are attempted every 24 hours.
If the payment remains unsuccessful after the grace period, the subscription will be cancelled at the end of the month.
Can I buy individual components separately?
No. Individual components such as domains, professional email services, or hosting cannot be purchased separately.
These services are only available as part of the Own website subscription package.
Email and domain setup requirements
Professional email and domain services depend on:
Successful domain registration
Correct DNS and setup configurations
An active Own website subscription
Domain availability limitations
Domain registrations are subject to:
Domain availability
Supported domain extensions
Successful verification and registration
Some premium or restricted domains may not be available.
Current platform limitations
At present, some advanced website features may not be supported.
These may include:
Custom coding access
Third-party plugin installations
Advanced e-commerce functionality
Custom server hosting
External theme uploads
Content and media guidelines
To maintain website performance and reliability:
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Upload clear and optimised images
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Avoid excessively large media files
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Ensure all content complies with applicable laws and regulations
Website editing and publishing limitations
Changes made to your website may take some time to reflect publicly after publishing.
Some updates may require:
Re-saving sections
Republishing the website
Refreshing your browser cache
Business and compliance requirements
Businesses using Own website must ensure that:
Business information shared is accurate
Products and services comply with applicable laws
GST and regulatory details are updated where required
Subscription dependency
Access to certain features such as domains, hosting, email services, or website functionality may stop if your Own website subscription is cancelled or expires.
Need help?
For support related to Own website requirements or limitations: