Hi everyone - I've been putting together a little collection of websites I find interesting over at https://webcity.design/
If you've built something recently that you think looks really good, or you’ve come across a website that deserves more attention, drop it here.
After building 20+ Framer templates, I wanted to look back at the ones that really stood out and what actually worked for me.
Surfing - 5,956 remixes + $11K+ in commissions
Najaf - 5,735 remixes + $1,700+ from a single commission
Reunion - 896 remixes + reached Top 3 in Conference
One thing that worked really well for me was creating something unusual that wasn't already common in the Marketplace.
For example, when I built Surfing, I didn't see many well-crafted templates focused specifically on surfing, sports, and coaching. Instead of making another generic SaaS or agency template, I tried something different.
I think that's one of the biggest lessons I've learned after 20+ templates:
Don't always follow what's already working. Sometimes, creating something that's missing is what makes you stand out.
Most of my traffic has also been organic, coming directly from the Framer Marketplace.
Now I'm taking what I've learned and building something new around website inspiration and Framer templates: https://webcity.design/
Still early, but I'm excited about this one.
Video thumbnails now only start playing when you hover over the template. Before, they would play automatically while browsing.
Honestly, I kind of like this. The Marketplace feels a little less distracting, but you can still see the animation when you're interested in a template.
Curious what other creators think though.
Do you prefer autoplay videos or hover-to-play?
Hey everyone,
I’ve been collecting website designs and digital experiences that caught my attention for a while, so I decided to turn that collection into something useful.
I recently launched WebCity, a curated website inspiration gallery featuring standout websites and Framer templates.
Currently, there are 100+ websites and 15+ Framer templates, with new additions coming regularly.
The idea is simple: a place to discover great web design, find inspiration for your next project, and explore some interesting Framer templates.
Would love to hear what you think, especially if you’re a designer or someone who regularly looks for website inspiration.
I'm sharing this to inspire anyone getting started or struggling with the template business.
I kept building, learning, improving, and staying consistent.
One thing I've always tried to do is put quality first. I don't want to just publish templates for the sake of publishing. I spend a lot of time on the design, structure, responsiveness, and overall experience.
This milestone reminded me why I keep saying:
Focus on quality, stay consistent, and don't underestimate the potential of your work.
You never know which project might open a new door for you.
If you're looking for free Framer templates, I've put all my templates together here:
https://shahrukh-qureshi.com/framer-templates
I'm incredibly grateful for the journey so far, and I'm already working on something bigger to support Framer templates.
More on that soon.
Keep creating, and don't give up.
Just launched BHK, a new Framer template for interior designers, architects, and design studios.
The goal wasn't to make another flashy portfolio. I wanted something that felt calm, editorial, and image-first, where the work speaks for itself.
Some highlights:
I'd genuinely love your feedback on the design, UX, or anything that could be improved.
You can check it out here:
https://www.framer.com/community/marketplace/templates/bhk/
I know the recent Marketplace changes have been tough for many of us.
A few days ago, I was in the exact same position. I was frustrated and even questioning whether I should publish my next template on the Marketplace.
But after sitting with it for a while, I realized something.
The only thing I truly control is the quality of my work.
So I moved on.
I'm already working on new templates, learning new things, and focusing on what I enjoy most: building.
It's okay to be disappointed. It's okay to question things. But don't let a single update define the value of your work.
Keep building.
Keep improving.
Keep sharing.
The templates you create today can still lead to clients, collaborations, affiliate income, and opportunities you can't predict yet.
One thing I've learned over the past year is that consistency compounds. The template that changed everything for me wasn't the one I expected.
The Marketplace will evolve. Algorithms will change. Policies will change.
But great craftsmanship never goes out of style.
If you're feeling disappointed, take a day or two if you need to. Then come back and build again.
You never know which template will be the one that changes everything.
Let's keep creating. The community is much bigger than any single update. ❤️
A year ago, I started learning Framer.
Most of that time went into building templates for the Marketplace, so my own website kept getting pushed to the bottom of the list. 😅
Well... it's finally live.
It's still v0.1, and there's plenty I want to improve, but I wanted to ship it instead of chasing perfection.
You'll find:
• My Framer templates
• A few blog posts
• A little about my journey
As always, I'd genuinely love your feedback. There's still a lot more to come.
Over the past year, I've been building free Framer templates across different industries instead of creating the same generic startup landing page over and over.
You'll find templates for:
Everything is built with a clean structure, reusable components, and is easy to edit, whether you're building your own website or shipping a client project.
You can browse the collection here:
https://www.framer.com/@shahrukhqureshi/?tab=template
I've been experimenting with different agency layouts over the past few weeks and finally wrapped up one I'm really happy with.
It's called Slate, a free Framer template designed for digital agencies, creative studios, freelancers, and startup teams.
I'd genuinely appreciate any feedback on the design, layout, or user experience. Always looking to improve with each template I build.
Free remix: https://www.framer.com/community/marketplace/templates/slate-design/
Honestly, I didn't expect it to become such a big part of my life.
Over the past year, I've spent countless hours learning, building, getting rejected, improving, and repeating the process. Looking back, it's been worth every bit of it.
A few moments I'm really proud of:
• Surfing became the top template in the School, Coaching & Sports category with 6,000+ remixes.
• Reunion made it to the Top 3 in the Conference category.
• Crestmark reached the Top 3 in the Accounting category.
• Najaf generated a single affiliate commission of over $1,600 from a free template, something I never imagined when I first published it.
But beyond the numbers, the best part has been seeing people use my templates to launch real businesses, portfolios, events, and side projects. That's been incredibly rewarding.
I've also met some amazing people in the Framer community, learned a ton from other creators, and received so much support from the Framer team along the way.
If there's one thing this year has taught me, it's this:
Stay consistent. Focus on quality over quantity. Good work compounds.
If you're looking for free Framer templates, I've put together what I genuinely believe is one of the strongest free collections on the Marketplace.
https://www.framer.com/@shahrukhqureshi/?tab=marketplace
Here's to Year 2. 🚀
Assure a free Framer template designed for AI startups, SaaS products, and modern tech businesses.
It includes a complete landing page with product overview, features, solutions, pricing, testimonials, FAQ, contact, waitlist, and more. Everything is fully responsive and easy to customize.
I'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future updates.
Hope you find it useful!
Download for free https://framer.link/xC55EOE?duplicateType=siteTemplate
Been working on my first Framer template after the 3.0 release and wanted to try a more premium, enterprise-style design.
Here's the current hero. Still early, but I'd love to know what stands out and what doesn't.
Open to any feedback, whether it's the typography, layout, copy, or overall feel.
Thanks!
The goal wasn't to make another generic AI landing page. I wanted something that felt clean, spacious, and timeless, with an emphasis on typography, generous whitespace, and a conversion-focused layout.
Some highlights:
I spent a lot of time refining the spacing, visual hierarchy, and overall user experience, and I'm really happy with how it turned out.
I'd genuinely love to hear your feedback. What would you improve or add?
Hey everyone,
I’ve spent the last year building up a portfolio of 16 Framer templates. They are all live, and 100% of the traffic comes organically through the official Framer Marketplace.
Because it’s entirely organic marketplace traffic, my monthly operating expense is exactly $0, and I don't spend any time on social media marketing or running ads. Over the last 12 months, the portfolio has brought in $23,000 USD net profit (averaging around $1.9k/month).
I'm at a crossroads right now. On one hand, it's steady passive income that just rolls in. On the other hand, I'm tempted to go for a clean break, take a cash payout, and free up my headspace for some new projects.
For those who have bought or sold micro-digital assets or template shops before, I'd love to get your opinion:
- Would you sell a passive portfolio like this right now, or just let it ride?
- If I do decide to walk away, what should my absolute minimum baseline exit price be based on current market multiples for this kind of asset?
Appreciate any perspectives from anyone who's weighed a similar decision.
Hey everyone,
I’ve spent the last year building up a portfolio of 16 Framer templates. They are all live, and 100% of the traffic comes organically through the official Framer Marketplace.
Because it’s fully organic marketplace traffic, my monthly operating expense is exactly $0, and I don't spend any time on social media marketing or running ads. Over the last 12 months, the portfolio has brought in $23,000 USD net profit (about $1.9k/month average).
I'm at a crossroads right now. On one hand, it's completely passive income that just rolls in. On the other hand, I'm thinking about freeing up my headspace to focus on some other projects.
For those who have bought or sold micro-digital assets/product businesses before:
- Is it worth exiting a passive portfolio like this right now, or should I just let it ride?
- If I do list for sale what should my absolute minimum exit price be based on current market multiples for template shops?
Appreciate any insights or advice from anyone who's been through a micro-exit.
For those in the Framer Partner Program, do you actually set targets for yourself?
Or do you just publish templates and let things compound over time?
I’ve started tracking mine more seriously. My goal is to hit at least $6–7K/month in affiliate commissions by the end of this year.
Curious how you all approach it.
Do you treat it like a real revenue stream with clear goals, or more like a side experiment?
I’ve been building templates on Framer for a while now, and I just released three new ones in very different niches. I’m trying to go deeper into industry-specific designs instead of the usual generic landing pages.
Here they are:
1. Fixmate
For laptop repair shops and IT services.
Simple one-page layout, strong CTAs, trust-building sections.
https://fixmate.framer.website/
2. Crestmark
For private equity, VC firms, and investment companies.
Clean, institutional, serious tone.
https://crestmark.framer.website/
3. United
Built for consultants, strategy firms, and advisory businesses.
Professional layout, strong content structure, and lead-focused sections.
https://united-consulting.framer.website/
If anyone wants any of these for free, comment below, and I’ll share the remix link with you.
Also open to honest feedback:
Appreciate this community a lot. Always learning here.
This week, I earned $853.45 from affiliates.
Total so far: $2,803.95
Goal: $10,000
Momentum is building.
These Framer templates performed really well this week:
• Renewable – Renewable energy template for solar, wind, and sustainability startups. Clean design, smooth animations, and strong conversion-focused sections.
https://www.framer.com/marketplace/templates/renewable/
• Recruitment – Free professional website template for agencies and hiring teams to attract and hire the right talent.
https://www.framer.com/marketplace/templates/recruitment/
• Giga – Modern AI SaaS template for startups and B2B products. Bold design, smooth animations, and conversion-focused sections for features, pricing, and testimonials.
https://www.framer.com/marketplace/templates/giga/
Currently building a brand new template as well, check it out here: https://crestmark.framer.website/
Just curious.
If you’re part of the Partner program, how long did it take before you crossed that first 1K purely from affiliate commissions?
Was it one template doing well or just installs compounding over time?
For me, it was under 3 months with only 2 templates live. Didn’t expect that at all.
Would love to know how it went for you.