Subdomain vs Custom Domain in Mewese: Which One Should You Choose?
When creating a mini website or WhatsApp store on Mewese, you’ll notice two options for your website address: a subdomain or a custom domain. Choosing the right one is important for your branding, professionalism, and customer experience.
In this blog, we explain the difference with practical examples, so you can decide what works best for your business or personal profile.
What is a Subdomain?
A subdomain is a website address that is part of the main Mewese domain.
Example:www.mewese.com-kathacafe
- Hosted under Mewese’s main domain
- No extra cost — free with your Mewese account
- Quick and easy setup — your mini website or WhatsApp store goes live instantly
Pros:✅ Free and fast✅ Works immediately✅ No technical skills required
Cons:❌ Includes “Mewese” in the URL❌ Slightly harder for customers to remember
What is a Custom Domain?
A custom domain is a domain you own, like:www.kathacafe.com
- Connects to your Mewese Mini Website or WhatsApp Store
- Professional and fully branded
- Perfect for businesses or freelancers who want to build a credible online identity
Pros:✅ Fully branded and professional✅ Easy for customers to remember✅ Works seamlessly with Mewese features like QR payments, WhatsApp Store, and Mewese Card
Cons:❌ Requires a purchased domain❌ Slight setup (DNS configuration)
Practical Examples
Scenario 1: Café Owner in Kathmandu
Subdomain: www.mewese.com-kathacafe
- Quick, free, and perfect for testing
- Works to showcase your menu and take WhatsApp orders
Custom Domain: www.kathacafe.com
- Fully professional, memorable, and great for long-term business growth
- Ideal for marketing offline and online
Scenario 2: Freelance Photographer
Subdomain: johnphotography.mewese.com
- Good for a portfolio or testing your services online
Custom Domain: www.johnphotography.com
- Professional, credible, and easy to share with clients
Which Should You Choose?
- Subdomain: Best for free, quick setup, or personal use
- Custom Domain: Best for businesses or professionals seeking a long-term, branded online presence
Tip: You can start with a subdomain and later upgrade to a custom domain — Mewese makes this flexible and easy.
We Will Help You Connect Your Custom Domain
Not sure how to set it up? Don’t worry! Mewese team will guide you from buying a domain to connecting it to your mini website or WhatsApp store.
- Full support for DNS configuration
- Ensures your website works perfectly without any hassle
Summary Table
| Feature | Subdomain | Custom Domain | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| URL Example | Cost | Branding | Setup | Best For |
| kathacafe.mewese.com | Free | Mewese Included | Instant | Personal use, testing |
| www.kathacafe.com | Paid (affordable) | Fully Branded | Slight setup (DNS required) | Business, professional use |
Final Thoughts
Both subdomain and custom domain options in Mewese are great depending on your needs.
- Start with a subdomain if you want a fast, free online presence
- Upgrade to a custom domain for professionalism, credibility, and long-term growth
👉 With Mewese, you get the flexibility to choose, and support if you need it — making it the easiest way to create a professional online presence in Nepal.
