BuffsCreate: Own Your Digital Identity

BuffsCreate

In today’s world, we live—and learn—online. But most digital platforms are controlled by corporations, limiting how we represent ourselves and share our work. changes that.

Built on the “Domain of One’s Own” initiative, empowers you to take ownership of your digital presence. Whether you’re a student, researcher, artist, or educator, you can build a personalized website to showcase your academic, professional, or creative work—completely on your terms.

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What is BuffsCreate

BuffsCreate gives all Boulder learners access to their own subdomain and web hosting space, where they can design and manage personal websites to showcase academic, research, professional, or creative work. Users can choose from a suite of open-source tools—like WordPress, Omeka, Scalar, Drupal, or MediaWiki—to build custom digital projects that reflect their interests, goals, and identity.

Why Use BuffsCreate

  • Tell your story. Create a digital portfolio that evolves with your academic and professional journey.
  • Showcase your work. Host research, writing, artwork, or reflections using tools like WordPress, Omeka, or Scalar.
  • Build real-world skills. Learn essential digital and information literacies that set you apart in today’s job market.
  • Control your narrative. Decide what you publish, how it looks, and who sees it—no algorithms, no ads.
  • Think critically. Explore how identities are created, shared, and owned in digital spaces.

How

BuffsCreate is free for all Boulder learners. In partnership with the University Libraries and the Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL), the platform offers server space, a personal subdomain, and access to open-source tools.

Getting started is easy:

  1. Visit
  2. Register for your domain
  3. Choose your tools and start creating
  4. Need help? or contact Amanda McAndrew