How do you build a website for free?

Is it really possible and what kind of website can it be?

Yes, it is indeed possible but it will cost you a lot of time.

There are several platforms that offer the possibility to create a free website. Here are some popular options:

1. WordPress.com: WordPress.com offers a free version of their platform where you can create and publish a website. You get access to a variety of templates and design options to customize your website to your needs. WordPress has all the possible advanced tools, as well as SEO (Search Engine Optimization) options. No wonder is one of the most popular platform. But it can be somewhat complicated to use!

2. Wix.com: offers simple drag-and-drop tools that allow you to create a website without coding. They have a wide range of stylish templates and design options to choose from. WIX offers even integrated SEO (Search Engine Optimization) which is a considerable advantage for anyone looking use their business website for marketing.

On the other side, some functions are difficult to translate.

This site is built on Wix (but not the free version).

3. Weebly.com: Weebly is another popular platform for creating websites. They offer simple tools for building and customizing your website. You can choose from different templates and drag-and-drop components to create your website. Weebly is easy to use and offers free SSL security. Customisation options are limited though.

4. Jimdo.com: Jimdo is a very easy to use platform which offers quite a few customisation options. You can create your site in no time!

However, storage is limited for the free version.

5. Google sites: Here you can easily create basic sites which will suffice for a beginner.

It looks like Google docs and it's great for collaboration. Downside? No SEO tools at all, strangely enough!

What kind of website is the one that costs nothing?

A simple one - but it goes a long way for small business owners who don't need to sell products online or make online bookings.

When choosing a platform to create your free website, you should consider your specific needs and what kind of functionality your business requires. You may want to try different platforms to see which one suits you best.

Remember that a free website usually has some limitations compared to paid options, so you may want to upgrade to a paid plan if you need more advanced features or want to remove any ads that appear on your website.

Want to know more or get some help creating your own free website? Book a meeting* and get answers to your questions!

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