What You Need to Build a Brand New Website

Building a website with WordPress is not as hard as it seems. Even if you’re not a tech expert, you can do it. This article explains the simple things you need to get started.

Core Elements of a WordPress Website

Think of a website like a house. To build one, you need a plot of land, an address, and some decorations. Let’s look at each part.

Domain Name

This is your website’s address. It’s what people type into their browser to find you. Examples are google.com or facebook.com.

• Tips:
  • Keep it short: A good domain name is easy to remember.
  • Make it relevant: It should tell people what your site is about.
  • Choose .com: The .com ending is the most common and trusted.

Web Hosting

Web hosting is the space on the internet where your website files are stored. All your pictures, text, and videos are saved here. Without it, your website can’t be seen by anyone. Web hosting affects your site’s loading performance, so choose wisely.

• Tips:
  • Look for speed: You want a host that is fast and reliable.
  • Choose a WordPress plan: Many hosts offer special plans just for WordPress, which makes your site work better and more securely.

Check the hosting guide here.

WordPress Itself

WordPress is the system that lets you build and manage your website without needing to know any code.

• What to do:
  • Most web hosting companies will install WordPress for you automatically, so you don’t have to worry about it.

Theme

A theme is the design of your website. It controls the colors, fonts, and layout. A good theme makes your website look professional and appealing. You must consider mobile friendliness, SEO optimization, loading speed, and future customization to avoid changing to a new theme if it fails on your site.

• What to do:
  • You can find many free themes in the WordPress library or buy a premium theme with more features.

Check the premium themes here.

Plugins

Plugins are small programs that add special features to your website. They can help you with things like contact forms, security, or search engine optimization (SEO). You should not use too many plugins on your site, as they can slow down both the backend and frontend.

• What to do:
  • You can add new functions to your site just by installing the right plugins.

Check the premium plugins here.

Simple Steps to Start

1. Choose a domain name that fits your brand.
2. Buy web hosting and your domain name from a hosting provider.
3. Install WordPress (it’s often done for you).
4. Pick and install a theme to set the look of your site.
5. Add any plugins you need for extra features.

Now you have everything you need to start building your new WordPress website. If you’re still feeling unsure, I’m happy to talk it over with you. Just let me know.