I’ll just use a template – that’s what I told myself before spending 40 hours trying to make my website look professional. Sound familiar? I was there, too, until I discovered a systematic approach that works for complete beginners.
Skip the costly mistakes I made and follow this straightforward guide on how to create a website.
In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to build a website that serves your goals – starting with clear planning and taking you all the way through to launch and promotion, with detailed instructions for each step.
How to Make a Website: Step-by-Step Guide
To make a website:
- Decide Your Website Type and Goals
- Register Your Domain Name
- Choose a Website Builder with Integrated Hosting
- Plan and Build Your Website Structure
- Design Your Website
- Add Your Core Pages
- Add Essential Features and Functionalities
- Add Quality Content
- Optimize Your Website for SEO
- Test and Fine-Tune Your Website Before Launch
- Launch Your Website
Now that you have a bird’s-eye view of the process, let’s dive into the first and most crucial step that will shape your entire website journey.
And here’s a little secret: Once you’ve mastered these 11 steps, stick around for two bonus steps that will take your website from “just launched” to “actively growing.”
We’ll show you proven strategies to promote your website and keep it running at its best.