Researching low code tools and really like what retool can do but is it only for backend/internal sites or can I run a frontend site as well? Looking to build a custom quiz application which will have a backend to create the quiz questions and page design and view reports but will then need to either generate quiz form code I can embed on other sites or on retool pages with custom domains mapped. Please let me know if possible or if other tools I should consider for this. Preferably not bubble.. want more code access than that.
Retool has a public view option. Anyone with the URL can see the app. It can also be embedded in an iFrame so you can put in in on web site and simulate a custom domain.
You do need the Pro plan ($50/per user/month) plan to enable public app capability. But unlimited public apps are essentially free with at least one $50 user.
Hi @Teddyg2453 Thanks for reaching out! You can absolutely create a frontend site using our component library, and then sharing it publicly, as @bradlymathews mentioned, on the Business plan (previously called the Pro plan).
Keep in mind that public apps have no authentication, so anyone that has the link can view them
Let us know what questions come up ![]()
Update: As of July 2026, public links to classic apps are available only on paid plans: Team, Business, and Enterprise. If you self-host Retool, reach out to your account manager or the support team and request access to public links. Share your classic apps externally | Retool Docs
Happy to share that you can now enable public access for your Retool apps with any Cloud plan - Free, Team, Business, or Enterprise! This feature still isn't intended to be used in conjunction with self-hosted deployments, but Enterprise customers with a compelling use case can ask their account reps for more info. ![]()