The Framer Partner Program is the official program for designers, freelancers, and agencies who specialize in building Framer websites for clients. Partners get access to a public directory at framer.com/partners, sales referrals from Framer’s inbound funnel, partner-specific resources, and tiered benefits as they ship more client work. Partners are vetted on quality, professionalism, and Framer expertise, with tier progression tied to projects shipped and customer feedback.
What the Framer Partner Program Actually Is
Framer maintains a vetted directory of professional Framer builders who work with end clients. The directory is the place Framer points companies who say “we love your platform but we need someone to build the site for us.” For agencies, freelancers, and senior designers focused on Framer, joining the directory is the most direct way to get inbound client referrals from Framer’s marketing funnel.
The program is more than a directory listing. Partners get access to dedicated partner support, early access to product features, partner-only Slack channels, and visibility in Framer-led marketing efforts. The catch: Framer is selective. Not every applicant gets in, and partners who do not maintain quality can be removed. For broader context on what makes a Framer-specialist agency thrive, see why we build exclusively in Framer.
Who the program is for
The Partner Program is aimed at:
- Independent freelancers with a portfolio of shipped Framer client work
- Boutique studios (2-10 people) building Framer sites as a primary service
- Established agencies that have added Framer to their service mix and want directory placement
- Senior designers who occasionally take on client builds and want a credibility signal
It is not aimed at: brand-new Framer users, designers without a portfolio, or generalist agencies that “also do Framer.”
How to Apply to the Framer Partner Program
Applications are submitted through the Framer Partners page at framer.com/partners. The form asks for:
- Studio or freelancer name and contact info
- Portfolio URL (required, must show shipped Framer work)
- Number of Framer projects shipped to clients
- Service offerings and pricing range
- Geography served
- Sample case studies or specific project examples
- Description of your team, process, and what makes you different
What Framer evaluates
The application review looks at three things, in roughly this order:
- Quality of shipped work. Framer reviewers click through your portfolio. Sites should reflect Framer-native craft: thoughtful typography, motion that earns its weight, performance, and consistent branding. Sites that look “made with Framer” in a generic sense usually do not pass review.
- Professionalism of presentation. The portfolio site itself, the case study writing, and the application narrative are evaluated. Sloppy presentation suggests sloppy client delivery.
- Alignment with Framer’s values. Framer wants partners who understand the platform’s strengths and use them well, not partners who are just looking for leads.
Most applications take 2-4 weeks to review. Some are accepted directly; some are asked to add work and reapply; some are declined.
The Tier Structure
The Partner Program uses tiers to reflect partner experience and quality. Tiers can change over time, but the structure typically follows this pattern:
Entry tier
For new partners who have shipped a handful of Framer projects (often 3-10). Listed in the directory with a base profile. Limited access to partner perks like co-marketing.
Mid tier
For partners with 10-30+ shipped projects, consistent positive feedback, and a demonstrated focus on Framer. More prominent directory placement, access to partner-only Slack, occasional referrals from Framer’s sales team.
Top tier
For agencies and freelancers with 30+ projects, glowing client reviews, and notable case studies (often featured in Framer marketing). Top-tier partners receive direct sales referrals, co-marketing opportunities, and early access to features. They are also more visible in the directory.
Tier movement is based on shipped work, customer feedback collected by Framer, and ongoing alignment with quality standards. Partners who take on too many clients and let quality slip can lose tier status.
Benefits Partners Actually Get
Inbound referrals
The most concrete benefit. Companies who reach out to Framer asking for a builder are routed to the directory. Partners with strong listings (good case studies, clear pricing, geographic match) close a meaningful share of those leads. Lead volume varies: top-tier partners report 5-20 qualified inbounds per month from the directory; lower tiers report 1-5.
Co-marketing opportunities
Featured case studies on Framer’s blog, customer story videos, social posts. These are usually offered to partners with notable client work. The lift in inbound interest from a Framer-published case study can be significant.
Early access to features
Partners often get access to new Framer features before public release. Useful for building expertise on new capabilities before competitors.
Partner-only community
A Slack or Discord channel for partners to share tactics, ask questions, and coordinate. The community is small but high-quality, with experienced operators sharing pricing benchmarks and process tips.
Direct support
Partner support is faster and more thorough than the public help channels. Useful when a critical client launch needs answers in hours rather than days.
What Happens After You Are Accepted
Acceptance is the start, not the prize. New partners go through a brief onboarding: setting up the public profile, joining the partner-only community, and reviewing the partner agreement and quality guidelines. The profile setup takes 2-4 hours of focused work because the fields that earn inbound traction (positioning paragraph, case study selection, pricing range, sample client list) deserve real attention.
In the first 90 days, most new partners report a slow ramp on directory leads. The directory is competitive, and clients filter by region, industry focus, and case study fit. Profiles that publish narrow positioning, recent work, and clear starting prices outperform vaguer profiles by a wide margin. Use the first quarter to refine your profile based on the inquiries that come through.
How to Build a Competitive Partner Profile
Even within the directory, partners compete for attention. The differences between profiles that get inbound and profiles that do not:
Strong, narrow positioning
“We build Framer sites for B2B SaaS companies between Series A and Series C” outperforms “We build great websites with Framer.” The clearer your specialty, the easier it is for prospective clients to self-select.
Real case studies with metrics
Case studies that include before/after metrics (conversion rate, time to launch, organic traffic) are more credible than design-only screenshots. Even one quantified case study makes a profile stand out.
Clear pricing or starting rates
Partners who publish pricing (or a clear starting range) close inbounds faster. Hiding pricing causes prospects to filter you out before contact. Our pricing page is one example of how to surface this clearly.
Recent work, not just historical work
Profiles that show projects from the last 6 months suggest an active practice. Profiles whose newest case study is two years old suggest the team has moved on. Update your portfolio regularly.
Geographic and language tags
If you serve specific regions or languages, tag them. Some clients filter the directory by location and language preference.
How to Grow as a Framer Partner
Joining the directory is the beginning, not the end. The partners who get the most value follow a similar pattern:
Ship a notable project early
Look for a project that will make a strong case study: visible brand, measurable outcome, design-forward execution. Use that case study in your partner profile, your own site, and outreach.
Build a content presence
Blog posts, Twitter/X threads, or YouTube videos about Framer techniques position you as an expert. Inbound clients often discover partners through technical content rather than the directory directly.
Develop a productized service
Custom Framer builds at $20K+ are great for revenue but slow to scale. Productized offers (a $5K landing page sprint, a $12K marketing site package) close faster and let you handle more client volume. Many top partners have one or two productized offers alongside custom work.
Specialize deeper, not broader
The temptation as you grow is to add services (branding, SEO, paid). Often the better move is to go deeper on Framer: motion specialization, CMS migration, performance optimization. Specialists charge more and close better than generalists.
Maintain quality at volume
The fastest way to lose tier status is to take on too many clients and let quality slip. Partners who stay top-tier are deliberate about capacity. For more on building Framer-focused services, see our complete guide to Framer templates and the Framer Marketplace guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to the Framer Partner Program?
Submit an application at framer.com/partners. The form requests your portfolio, project count, service offerings, and a description of your team. Applications are reviewed in 2-4 weeks.
What does Framer require from partners?
A portfolio of shipped Framer client work, professionalism in presentation, and ongoing quality. Specific minimums (project count, tenure) are not strictly published but applicants without a meaningful body of work are typically declined.
Is the Framer Partner Program free?
Yes. There is no fee to apply or to be listed. The cost is the time required to maintain a competitive profile and the quality of work expected to retain tier status.
How many leads do partners get from Framer?
It varies by tier and profile quality. Top-tier partners report 5-20 qualified inbounds per month; entry-tier partners report 1-5. Strong positioning, recent case studies, and clear pricing meaningfully increase lead volume.
Can I be a Framer partner if I am a solo freelancer?
Yes. The program accepts solo freelancers as long as the portfolio and presentation meet the quality bar. Some of the best-known Framer partners are individuals, not agencies. To talk through a Framer build, see framerwebsites.com/contact.