How to Build Business Website
Learn how to build business website with our detailed step-by-step guide. Follow our easy instructions to get it done right.
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1 Step 1: Define Website Purpose and Pages
Step 1: Define Website Purpose and Pages
Determine goals, target audience, and required pages: home, about, services, contact, etc.
Website Planning Workbook
Guide for planning business website structure
2 Step 2: Choose Domain Name and Hosting
Step 2: Choose Domain Name and Hosting
Register business domain (ideally .com) and select reliable web hosting service.
Domain Registration + Hosting
Annual hosting with domain included
Premium Hosting Plan
SiteGround or WP Engine managed hosting
3 Step 3: Select Website Builder or CMS
Step 3: Select Website Builder or CMS
Choose WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, or Webflow based on technical skills and needs.
WordPress Business Theme
Premium theme with business features
Squarespace Business Plan
Annual website builder subscription
4 Step 4: Design Pages and Add Content
Step 4: Design Pages and Add Content
Create professional layout, write compelling copy, add high-quality images and contact forms.
Stock Photo Subscription
Shutterstock or Adobe Stock monthly plan
Copywriting for Websites Book
Guide to writing effective website content
5 Step 5: Optimize for SEO
Step 5: Optimize for SEO
Add meta titles/descriptions, optimize images, ensure mobile responsiveness, improve page speed.
Yoast SEO Premium
WordPress SEO plugin for optimization
6 Step 6: Test and Launch
Step 6: Test and Launch
Test all links, forms, and functionality across devices before making site live.
Website Launch Checklist
Comprehensive pre-launch testing guide