about.me
Your personal page with purpose, completely redesigned
about.me launched on January 19, 2016 with 303 votes, #39 of 4,523 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.
In plain words
about.me is a platform for creating a free, one-page personal website that showcases work, links, and personal stories. Designed for individuals wanting to build an online presence quickly, it offers a simple way to create a homepage without technical expertise. The service is available as a web app and iOS application, making it accessible across devices. Users can establish a centralized place to present their professional or creative identity in a single, customizable page.
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From the sources
Create a free, one-page website in minutes with about.me. Showcase your work, links, and story on a personal homepage that's all about you.
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