ZipWP Hits 1 Million Users: How We Got Here and What’s Next

In this post, I’ll be sharing why this milestone is important, how we reached it, and how we’re celebrating this occasion with something special for you.

This is more than just a milestone. It’s a moment of reflection, gratitude, and a renewed commitment to the mission that started it all: Making it easier and faster to launch websites for your business, so you can focus on growing your business.

We’ve shared the story of how ZipWP turned from an idea into reality before, but for new users, let me give you a quick reminder.

Why We Created ZipWP: Solving the Pain of Website Building

We created ZipWP because building a website from scratch was harder than it should have been.

WordPress is incredibly powerful, powering over 43% of the internet, but that power comes at a cost: complexity.

Having been in the WordPress industry for decades, we understand the pain points that different types of WordPress users face.

For example, someone without technical knowledge has to go through many complex steps just to launch a website:

• Install WordPress
• Learn how WordPress works
• Choose a theme and plugins from countless options
• Design the site
• Write compelling copy
• Optimize for SEO
• Buy a reliable hosting service and domain
• Connect the domain and launch

All these steps are required just to launch a single website.

The workflow for professional designers and agencies isn’t any easier.

Despite their expertise, they still encounter issues like:

• Installing WordPress locally or purchasing hosting
• Delays in delivering first drafts
• Writer’s block or the need to hire a professional copywriter
• Waiting days for client data, such as images or business details
• Handling revisions due to misaligned client expectations
• Managing multiple tools like hosting, copywriting tools, image libraries, etc.
• Migration challenges after the site is completed
• And more

These roadblocks get in the way of creativity and productivity. Ideas remain unrealized, businesses stay offline, and creators waste weeks just trying to launch a site.

We built ZipWP to change that, to eliminate the friction.

ZipWP empowers you to go from idea to a fully functional, hosted WordPress website in under a minute, without having to hire a developer, learn to code, or spend hours on setup.

For newbies, we built a simpler way to build websites. For professionals, we built a complete suite that helps them deliver more projects in less time and grow.

The Transformation Point: When the Growth Took Off for ZipWP

Like many startups, the early days of ZipWP were filled with experimentation.

We positioned ZipWP as an AI site builder and launched it in September 2023 with the goal of simplifying website creation by generating the first draft almost instantly.

Since then, we’ve been actively listening to our users and consistently adding the most meaningful features to expand its capabilities.

We follow an agile product development process (Scrum), which allows us to:

• Ship fast
• Measure real usage
• Iterate quickly based on feedback

With this approach, ZipWP has continued to evolve, becoming not just the best AI site builder for WordPress, but so much more.

A major turning point in ZipWP’s growth came when content creators discovered the platform and began showcasing it in their videos.

Several well-known YouTube creators in the WordPress and digital marketing space featured ZipWP.

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This helped us reach non-technical users, solopreneurs, and creators who had never built a website before.

Many were amazed that they could build a complete WordPress site including content and images in just a few minutes.

Another major milestone came when ZipWP was integrated with Starter Templates, allowing Astra users to:

• Build with AI on their own domain
• Use ZipWP as a staging tool
• Kickstart their build using proven designs and content frameworks

This integration bridged the gap between a “quick start” and a “professional build,” especially for solopreneurs and SMBs.

Key Milestones on the Road to 1 Million

Here are some of the major moments that shaped our journey:

Launch of the AI Site Builder

We started with a simple vision of an AI-powered site builder anyone can use. Since then, we’ve enhanced the user interface and added powerful features to make the experience more intuitive.

Expanded Our Design Library

ZipWP now offers over 120 professionally designed templates to help you create stunning websites across all kinds of niches.

Launch of the Custom Site Builder (Wireframe/Sitemap Generator)

Users told us that building larger sites was still a challenge, so we launched the Wireframe Generator. It’s a tool that lets you create a sitemap, turn it into wireframes, and then convert them into a full website.

Launch of Blueprints

Niche designers love reusing their own designs. With Blueprints, they can now save, reuse, and even distribute copies of custom-built websites with ease.

Launch of the Google Chrome Extension

ZipWP became even more powerful with our Chrome Extension. The extension provides one-click access to features like launching WordPress sites instantly and creating sites from LinkedIn, Google My Business, and Yelp profiles.

Elementor Support

Users also wanted more flexibility after site creation, so we added support for Elementor, including a growing collection of Elementor-ready designs.

Launch of ZipWP Hosting

A major leap forward was the ability to build, customize, and host your site within ZipWP. It’s never been easier to go from idea to live website!

Coming Soon: Purchase Domains

Very soon, you’ll be able to buy domains directly from ZipWP and connect them to your site. That will make ZipWP a true all-in-one platform for website creation and hosting.

These key milestones have not only shaped the product but also fueled our growth, boosted visibility and drove referrals.

What Makes ZipWP Different From Other Builders?

There are a lot of AI website builders out there like Wix ADI, Hostinger AI Builder, Framer AI, and others. But ZipWP is different because we focus only on WordPress, the platform that powers almost half of all websites.

If you like WordPress (or want to use it), ZipWP gives you a much easier and faster way to get started.

What Makes ZipWP Different is:

Made for WordPress

Most AI builders lock you into their platform in one way or another. With ZipWP, you get a full WordPress site that you can move anywhere, customize however you like, and build on as much as you need.

Your Website Draft in Minutes

We take care of the layout, content, and images so you’re not starting with a blank page. You get a complete website draft, ready to edit and make your own.

Works With Popular WordPress Tools

ZipWP is built to work smoothly with tools like Starter Templates, Spectra (our block editor), and Elementor. You don’t need to start from scratch, or figure things out on your own.

More Than Just a Builder

ZipWP is a full platform built for people who use WordPress regularly: freelancers, agencies, small businesses, creators.

Here’s what’s included:

• AI site builder – create a full website in under a minute
• Instant WordPress launcher – to launch instant blank websites for experimenting
• Wireframe and sitemap generator – helpful for planning bigger websites
• Blueprints – save your designs and reuse them or share them with others
• One-click hosting – instantly launch your site without leaving ZipWP
• Chrome extension – turn a LinkedIn, Google, or Yelp profile into a website
• AI assistant – edit and improve your content directly inside WordPress
• Domain purchase (coming soon) – buy and connect your domain easily

Built for People Who Build Websites

Whether you’re making one site for yourself or many for clients, ZipWP helps you move faster without giving up control.

Everything works together so you don’t have to juggle a bunch of different tools.

Who’s Using ZipWP Today?

Our user base is as diverse as the web itself. But here’s a breakdown of the key groups:

• Freelancers: They use ZipWP to build fast, professional websites for clients, often completing in hours what used to take days.
• Agencies: ZipWP helps scale operations, manage multiple projects, and standardize workflows using tools like Instant Blank Sites and Blueprints.
• Small businesses: From yoga studios to digital coaches, from cafés to consultants, small business owners use ZipWP to build and host their first professional site without having to hire anyone new.

What’s Next?

Reaching 1 million users isn’t the finish line. It’s a checkpoint that confirms we’re building something that matters.

This milestone has only strengthened our vision: To become the fastest, easiest, and most flexible way to launch WordPress websites, for anyone, anywhere.

Here’s what’s next:

• Smarter AI that learns from your style and brand preferences
• Deeper customization tools with fewer clicks
• Team collaboration features
• Revenue tools to help creators and businesses earn through their sites
• More integrations with the WordPress ecosystem

🎉 Celebrating 1 Million Users With 20% Off All ZipWP Plans!

We wouldn’t be here without you, our incredible community of creators, freelancers, agencies, and business owners.

To celebrate this milestone and say thank you, we’re offering an exclusive 20% discount on all ZipWP plans for a limited time only.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale web creation, there’s never been a better time to join (or upgrade) the ZipWP ecosystem.

Note: The coupon is already applied at checkout. You don’t need to enter it manually.

To our early adopters, our loudest supporters, our constructive critics, and everyone who’s clicked “Build with AI”, thank you.

ZipWP exists because of your ideas, your feedback, and your belief that building online should be easier.

We’re not done. We’re just getting started.

Cheers,