{"id":2216,"date":"2020-12-03T12:21:59","date_gmt":"2020-12-03T12:21:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resizemyimg.com\/blog\/?p=2216"},"modified":"2024-05-08T01:57:58","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T01:57:58","slug":"develop-website-and-promote-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resizemyimg.com\/blog\/develop-website-and-promote-it\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Develop Your Own Website and Promote It"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you decided to build your own website<\/a> to show what you can do and what you can offer to potential clients and customers online and offline. But you don\u2019t know anything about making, much more designing, one.<\/p>\n

The good news is that you don\u2019t need top-level information technology (IT) skills to create your own website and promote it.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t even need to pay for website creators, developers, and other IT experts. All you need is to acquire the right tools and resources and to spend a few hours to get everything going (and growing).<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for the best ways to create and develop your website but don\u2019t know where to start, this is your lucky day. We\u2019ll walk you through some of the basic guidelines in building a website and promoting it without spending too much money.<\/p>\n

How to Build Your Own Website<\/h2>\n

\"Website<\/p>\n

It doesn\u2019t take genius-level intelligence to make your own website. Just take out your trusty laptop or personal computer, have your internet connection ready, and wear your thinking hat.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re ready, start building your website with these soft tools:<\/p>\n

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  1. Domain name \u2013 <\/strong>This will serve as your custom web address. If you\u2019re a business entity, look for a domain name<\/a> that matches your company name. If you\u2019re looking to build a personal website for your portfolio, simply put your given name.<\/li>\n
  2. Website hosting service \u2013<\/strong> Individuals or companies will have to hire service providers before they can start posting their websites on the Internet. These website hosting services have servers or special computers that store any information generated from registered or existing websites.<\/li>\n
  3. Website creating platform \u2013<\/strong> Also referred to as a website builder, <\/strong>this tool helps you establish your website\u2019s identity, among other things. A website builder, as its name suggests, allows you to create your own website easily by providing website templates and other resources. WordPress, Gator, Shopify, and Weebly are among the most common platforms. Of these, WordPress is the most preferred, with an estimated 35 percent of all website builders using it to set up their online websites.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Own Website<\/h2>\n

    Let\u2019s discuss some important points in building your own website:<\/p>\n

    1. Picking Out a Domain Name<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    \"Domain<\/p>\n

    As earlier mentioned, your domain name is your slice of \u201creal estate\u201d on the Internet. As such, it should mirror your company name or personal name. If either is already taken or if your creative juices have temporarily stopped working, it’s not a big problem. Think of a domain name that best describes your service, range of products, or yourself.<\/p>\n

    How much does a domain name cost?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    You\u2019d have to pay anywhere from $10 to $50 annually for your unique domain name. The average yearly cost runs $15, though.<\/p>\n

    Here\u2019s a useful tip: If you\u2019re targeting the bulk of visitors from a specific country, it\u2019s more logical to use local domain extensions that represent a certain country. For instance, .de<\/em> (Germany)<\/a> or .th <\/em>(Thailand). If, however, you want visitors from all around the globe, it\u2019s better to use a more general extension such as .com <\/em>(which stands for commercial), .net<\/em> (for network), or .edu<\/em> (for education), depending on which industry category you fall under.<\/p>\n

    2. Choosing a Web Hosting Service<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    \"Big<\/p>\n

    Now that you\u2019ve managed to get a domain name, the next step is to make your website accessible to others. To make this possible, you\u2019ll have to search for and choose a website hosting service<\/a> to store your website content on a server.<\/p>\n

    How much does a web hosting service cost?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    This service can range from $3 to $10 per month. As several service providers have various deals and offers, study and compare the advantages and disadvantages thoroughly to get the best deal.<\/p>\n

    Some companies offer free and secure domain names for a limited period, usually for one year. Other factors to consider are easy access to customer support or unlimited bandwidth for your site.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    Simply click on the site of your potential website hosting company to know more and to set it up.<\/p>\n

    3. Creating Your Website <\/strong><\/h3>\n

    After choosing the right web hosting service, you can start creating your very own website by installing a website builder. As mentioned earlier, WordPress is the most commonly used website building platform because most users find it easy to use.<\/p>\n

    For instance, it allows hassle-free customization of website templates and the manipulation of photos through an online image resizer. You can also play around with the fonts and change the site\u2019s overall layout, including website color schemes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    4. Developing Your Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    \"Man<\/p>\n

    Exploring as much as you can will help you in this stage of website creation, especially if you\u2019re building a personal or store website. You have the freedom to choose your design from the templates and create your own using several available tools or web development services<\/a>. In order to create your own brand, keep these factors in mind:<\/p>\n