It can be overwhelming if you are not used to the different options and setting that certain platforms provide you with. As long as you be more aware of the difference and the functionality of each setting, explore it with an open mind, nothing is impossible.
The Importance
Creating a website can have a lot of perks, and it depends on the reason why you want to build a website. If you wish to build a website for your business, then it is a great idea. There are so many established companies out there that have their own website, from industrial companies to even the smallest businesses. This is due to the fact that 93 per cent of business purchase decisions begin with a website search on a web browser. With 93 per cent of business choices beginning with a search engine search, you’re only advertising to 7% of your demographic if you don’t have a website.
Another reason a website is vital for your organization is that if you don’t have one, a huge section of the market will not see you as a viable alternative when they are planning to buy the product you are selling. I know that if I’m dealing with a supplier who I’m trying to buy from, and they don’t even have a website, I’m going to dismiss them as a viable choice and my opinion of them will be lowered. It gives me the feeling that it is a badly run corporation.
Similar if you are your own business. Meaning that if you are selling a freelance service, you can always create your own portfolio in the form of a website. This would increase your credibility as well as your professionalism. Creating a portfolio through a website is also very flexible, as you can design the aesthetic following your own personality. It differs greatly if you put up your work and the details, on LinkedIn, Facebook or other social media platforms, as they have their own style that you need to follow.
Steps To Take
- Select the most appropriate website builder for your needs.
Website builders are quite popular these days – and for good reason – but you must choose one that best suits your needs. Wix has more than 100 million users, while Shopify recently surpassed 1.2 million. Website builders allow anybody, regardless of technical ability, to create a website. They handle the technical language, allowing you to concentrate on design and content. Some use templates, while others use drag-and-drop interfaces that make creating a website as simple as putting together a PowerPoint presentation.
- Choose a plan that meets your requirements and fits your budget.
After you’ve decided on a website builder, you’ll need to decide on a pricing plan. The lesser options would generally be enough if you only need a simple site (for example, for a portfolio or a small service firm). Check out the options available with the more costly plans if you want something more advanced. If you’re unsure, start small and improve later.
- Make a domain name that is both distinctive and relevant.
Your site’s unique address is called a domain name; for example, ours is notepadchaos.com. You’ll need to choose one for your site, which you can accomplish quickly with your website builder (you’ll be prompted when you join up). You can transfer your domain name to any platform you like (you’ll see an option for this).
- Choose a design template that you enjoy working with.
Now comes the fun part: deciding on a design for your website by selecting a ‘template’ or ‘theme’ to work with. After you’ve joined up, your website builder will direct you to this stage. Industry and site types are used to categorize templates. Take a few for a test drive before deciding on a favourite.
- Make changes to the design of the template.
It’s time to add your own material and photos to your template. Again, most builders will walk you through this, but it’s quite simple once you get the hang of it. Your website will begin to look like your website in no time.
- Make your own material and format it.
It’s time to start filling your website with your own photographs and written material now that it’s starting to take shape. You may ‘move’ text and picture boxes about each page, and also replace any ‘placeholder’ material currently on your design (if you use a drag-and-drop builder).
- Your website should be previewed and tested.
Remember to test your site on both mobile and desktop before launching it!
- Make your website available on the internet.
When you’re ready, click the Publish button! But don’t worry, making adjustments to your site after it’s been launched is simple. Keep in mind that certain builders will not allow you to change templates after your site is online.