The platform's founder, Jonayed Hossan Gazi, has revealed that rising infrastructure costs are threatening the continuity of the service, which has for years allowed anyone to create websites for free and in an accessible way.

Wapka.org, one of the oldest and most resilient free website builders on the internet, is facing a critical challenge to its survival. In an official statement published on its website, founder Jonayed Hossan Gazi made a direct and sincere appeal to his global community of users, asking for support to keep the platform running.

In the announcement, Gazi details the financial challenges that have become unsustainable. "Keeping Wapka running involves significant costs for servers, software maintenance, security, and constant updates to keep up with new web technologies," he explained. "Until now, we have managed to bear these costs, but they continue to grow. To ensure that Wapka remains free and accessible to all, we need the help of those who benefit from it the most: you, our community."

A Legacy of Digital Inclusion

For many users, especially in developing countries and among those who took their first steps on the internet in the era of WAP-enabled mobile phones, Wapka.org is more than just a website builder. It was a gateway to online content creation, allowing anyone, without technical knowledge of programming, to have their own web page. The platform became a symbol of digital democratization, offering a powerful and cost-free tool for small entrepreneurs, bloggers, artists, and online communities.

Over the years, Wapka evolved from a builder focused on WAP sites to a platform capable of creating modern, responsive web pages, but it always maintained its core philosophy: simplicity and free access.

How the Community Can Help

Jonayed Hossan Gazi's appeal is not just a plea for help, but also a clear path for collaboration. The forms of support are diverse, covering both financial contributions and engagement actions:

  • Financial Donations: The primary way to help is through direct donations, which will be used to cover operational costs. The available options include:
    • Payoneer
    • Cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
    • PayPal
    • Credit Card
  • Non-Financial Support: Recognizing that not everyone can contribute financially, the founder highlights other equally valuable ways to help:
    • Spreading the Word: Sharing the Wapka.org link on social media, forums, and blogs to attract new users.
    • Feedback and Suggestions: Sending ideas for new features and improvements to help shape the platform's future.
    • Content Creation: Continuing to use the platform to create innovative sites, showcasing the tool's potential.

The Future of Wapka.org

The campaign's goal is not just to ensure Wapka's survival but also to drive its evolution. With the community's support, the team plans to invest in more robust servers, develop new features, and ensure the platform remains secure and relevant in a constantly changing digital landscape.

"The strength of Wapka has always been in its community," Gazi concluded in his statement. "Every donation, every share, and every suggestion helps us continue our mission. Together, we can ensure that Wapka continues to be a home for creators from all over the world for many years to come.

Wapka.org's appeal is a powerful reminder that many of the services that sustain the open and creative internet depend on the passion and collective support of their users. To learn more about how to help, interested individuals can visit the platform's official website.