Publishing & Domains
How to Upgrade Your Plan
Upgrading your plan in Framer unlocks additional features, higher usage limits, and more flexibility for growing websites.
Beginner
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As your project expands, you may need access to:
More CMS items
Additional bandwidth
Custom domains
Team collaboration features
Advanced publishing capabilities
Increased site limits
This guide explains how to upgrade your plan, what to consider before upgrading, and how to choose the right option for your website.
Why Upgrade Your Plan?
Many websites start with basic requirements but eventually need additional resources.
Common reasons to upgrade include:
Launching a production website
Connecting a custom domain
Growing CMS content libraries
Increasing website traffic
Collaborating with team members
Managing multiple websites
Upgrading ensures your website has the resources needed to scale effectively.
When Should You Consider Upgrading?
You may want to upgrade if:
You’ve reached your CMS limits
Traffic is increasing
You need a custom domain
Multiple people need access to the project
You require additional hosting resources
Your website is moving from testing to production
The right time to upgrade often depends on your website’s growth and goals.
How to Upgrade Your Plan
Upgrading is managed through your account settings.
Step 1: Open Settings
Log in to your Framer account and open the project or workspace you want to manage.
Navigate to:
Step 2: Open Billing
Within Settings, locate the billing section.
This area contains:
Current subscription information
Plan details
Payment methods
Upgrade options
Step 3: Select Upgrade Plan
Choose:
Framer will display the available subscription options.
Step 4: Compare Available Plans
Review the available plans and compare:
CMS limits
Bandwidth allowances
Domain support
Team features
Publishing capabilities
Choose the option that best matches your requirements.
Step 5: Complete Payment
After selecting a plan:
Enter payment information if required
Review billing details
Confirm the subscription
Once payment is processed, the upgraded features become available according to your selected plan.
Features Commonly Included in Paid Plans
Available features vary depending on the subscription tier.
Common upgrades include:
Higher CMS limits
Increased bandwidth
More pages
Custom domain support
Team collaboration tools
Additional publishing capabilities
Enhanced website management options
Always review the current plan details before purchasing.
CMS Limits
One of the most common reasons for upgrading is increasing CMS capacity.
As content libraries grow, you may need additional room for:
Blog posts
Case studies
Portfolio projects
Team members
Resources
Documentation
Larger plans typically support larger collections and content libraries.
Custom Domains
Many users upgrade when they’re ready to launch a public website.
A paid plan may allow you to connect:
instead of using a platform-provided subdomain.
Custom domains improve:
Branding
Professionalism
Trust
SEO
Bandwidth and Traffic
Website traffic consumes bandwidth.
As visitor numbers increase, additional bandwidth may become necessary.
Higher plans are often designed to support:
Larger audiences
More page views
Increased content delivery
This is particularly important for websites with large media libraries.
Team Collaboration
Businesses and agencies often require multiple contributors.
Team features can help with:
Shared projects
Collaborative editing
Content management
Workflow organization
If multiple people need access, reviewing collaboration features may be worthwhile.
Choosing the Right Plan
Not every website needs the highest-tier subscription.
The best plan depends on your requirements.
Consider Website Traffic
Ask yourself:
How many visitors do I expect?
Is traffic growing?
Will I run marketing campaigns?
Growing websites often benefit from higher bandwidth limits.
Consider CMS Requirements
Review:
Number of collections
Number of CMS items
Publishing frequency
Content-heavy websites typically require larger CMS allowances.
Consider Team Size
If you’re working alone, basic collaboration features may be sufficient.
If multiple people manage content or design, a plan with team functionality may be more appropriate.
Consider Hosting Needs
Think about:
Number of websites
Custom domains
Future growth
Choosing a plan that supports your expected growth can reduce future migrations and upgrades.
Monthly vs Yearly Billing
Most subscriptions offer different billing options.
Common choices include:
or
Monthly Billing
Monthly plans provide flexibility.
Benefits include:
Lower upfront cost
Easier short-term budgeting
Ability to change plans more frequently
This option is often preferred for testing or early-stage projects.
Yearly Billing
Annual billing often reduces the overall cost compared to paying month-to-month.
Benefits may include:
Lower effective monthly cost
Simpler billing management
Long-term savings
This option is often preferred for established websites.
Before Upgrading
Before selecting a plan, review:
Current website traffic
CMS usage
Storage requirements
Team requirements
Domain requirements
Future growth plans
Choosing a plan based on both current and expected needs helps avoid unnecessary upgrades later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does upgrading affect my live website?
No. Your website remains active during upgrades.
Can I downgrade later?
Yes. Plans can usually be changed anytime.
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