Here is my small collection of true stories of people being 'burned' by these so-called 'free pages' companies. No company names are given and the story authors are themselves not listed. However, if your story is listed and your want your name added as the author, just let me know. Provider becomes Administrative, Technical, and Billing Contact for the domains.
Provider encourages client to include domain name on business cards, stationery, advertising, etc.
Should client decide to shop around, rots of luck on getting the desired domain names transferred or released. Client gives in, pays provider an arm and a leg to improve site. Site begins to get hits.