Can you really DIY your site in a day? (hint:yes!)

The good news is that you don't need to be a tech guru or hire a web developer to create a stunning website. With our website templates, in combination with Squarespace’s easy to use drag and drop editor you can DIY your website in just a day. In this article, we'll guide you through the simple steps to get your website up and running effortlessly.

Why Choose our templates built on squarespace?

Before we dive into the steps, let's talk about why Squarespace is the best choice for DIY website creation:

  1. User-Friendly Interface: Squarespace's drag-and-drop editor is incredibly intuitive, making it accessible for beginners and experienced users alike.

  2. Mobile Responsiveness: All Squarespace templates are mobile-responsive, ensuring your website looks great on any device.

  3. Customization: You can easily customize templates to match your brand, adding your logo, changing colors, fonts, and more.

  4. Built-In SEO: Squarespace has built-in SEO tools that help your website rank higher in search engine results, improving your online visibility.

Now, what are the general steps to get started on creating your website in a day!

Step 1: Sign Up for Squarespace

  1. Go to Squarespace's website.

  2. Click "Get Started."

  3. Choose a plan that suits your needs (they offer a free trial, too).

  4. Follow the prompts to create an account.

Step 2: Choose a Template

  1. Purchase one of the templates on our site that fit your needs.

Step 3: Customize Your Template

  1. Once you've chosen a template, we will add it to your account and you'll be taken to the Squarespace editor.

  2. Use the drag-and-drop editor to add and arrange elements on your page. You can add text, images, videos, buttons, and more.

  3. Customize the template's colors, fonts, and overall style to match your brand.

Step 5: Add Content

  1. Populate your website with your content. Write compelling copy, upload high-quality images, and include any other media that enhances your message.

Step 7: Preview and Publish

  1. Preview your website to ensure everything looks as you want it to.

  2. When you're satisfied, click the "Publish" button to make your website live.

Step 8: Connect Your Domain (Optional)

  1. If you have a custom domain, you can connect it to your Squarespace website for a professional touch.

Step 9: Share and Promote

  1. Share your website on social media, add it to your email signature, and promote it through various channels to drive traffic.

Conclusion

Creating a website used to be a complex task, but thanks to Squarespace's drag-and-drop editor and our ready-to-use templates, anyone can DIY their website in just a day. With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, Squarespace empowers you to showcase your brand, products, or creative work online without the need for technical expertise. So, if you've been putting off creating your website, there's no better time to start than today!

Nicole Macdonald

AUTHOR


Nicole Macdonald – January Made x Creative Process Collective

Hi there! I’m the founder and head architect behind Creative Process Collective, as well as owner and designer over at January Made Design.  You can guarantee I will greet you with an over the top smile and talk your ears off about all things creative, small business and probably pets (everyone loves pets). Serial over-sharer on social media, you’ll be able to find me most days sitting at my trestle table working away with a green tea and surrounded by too many house plants and most likely a cat stretched across my keyboard.

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https://www.januarymade.co.nz
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