Your Blueprint for a Professional Website
No coding skills? No problem. Follow this guide to create a site that wows.

Choosing Your Tool

• NikolaHost Site Builder:
  • Drag-and-drop editor with 200+ templates.
  • Built-in SEO tools and mobile-responsive designs.
• WordPress/Other CMS:
  • More flexibility for blogs, forums, or membership sites.

Using the Site Builder

1. Go to Builders > Site Builder.
2. Pick a Template: Filter by industry (e.g., “Restaurant” or “Portfolio”).
3. Customize:
   • Replace placeholder text and images.
   • Adjust colors/fonts under Design Settings.
4. Publish: Click Go Live – your site is instantly accessible.

Manual CMS Installation (e.g., Drupal)

1. Use One-Click Installs (Applications > CMS).
2. Configure admin credentials and database.
3. Install modules/themes via the CMS dashboard.

Design Best Practices

• Mobile Optimization:
  • Preview your site on mobile devices using the built-in emulator.
  • Avoid large images – compress with ShortPixel.
• SEO Basics:
  1. Add meta titles/descriptions in SEO Settings.
  2. Use header tags (H1, H2) and internal linking.

Launching Your Site

• Pre-Launch Checklist:
  • Test forms and checkout flows.
  • Ensure SSL is active (padlock icon in browser).
  • Submit sitemap to Google Search Console.

Pro Tip: Add a Contact Form using the built-in widget – it’s pre-configured to send emails to your account!