Create a website at Versio

If you have a hosting plan from us you can host your own website. In this article we have a few tips and guides for making your first website.

Table of contents 

• The goal of your website
• Domain name, extension and registration
• Web hosting
• Security
• Do it yourself
• Layout and corporate identity
• The content of your website
• Publication

The goal of your website

Step one is asking yourself what's the goal of your website. Do you want to generate brand awareness, start a webshop or create a blog? It’s smart to record your wishes on paper first, which would be easy with a mind map. This is a visual aid, from which you will get a good overview. It’s also a good idea to think about other factors, like how much information you want displayed on your website. Hobbyists and bloggers often have other needs than entrepreneurs with a webshop. The demands differ per user.

Domain name, extension and registration

When you’ve thought everything through, you can register your domain name. Try to keep your name easy and simple. Lengthy names have a higher risk of typos. You’ve already got a head start when your domain name is catchy, clear and easy to remember. 

Web hosting

A crucial part of your website is the hosting package. You can choose shared hosting, where you will share the server with others. A private server (VPS) is also a possibility. We offer several plans and packages.

Security

It’s important to secure your website well. That’s why it’s important to secure your website with a SSL certificate. A SSL certificate will secure the connection between your visitors and your website. 

Do it yourself

Do you have little experience with creating a website, but do you want to do it yourself? Our Sitebuilder might be a good option for you. Without a lot of technical knowledge, you can create a website in no time. With Sitebuilder, you can easily design many pages, and you can choose from 140 designs. Of course you can alter and personalize the styles. That way, you can always create a website that suits you. Learn all about Sitebuilder in this article.

There are several platforms available that also offer simplicity when creating websites. These platforms are known as content management systems (CMS). Wordpress and Magento are examples of this. There are thousands of plugins available, with which you can add extra functions, like a webshop or a contact form. With these platforms, you’ll benefit from technical flexibility, but you’ll be more limited in terms of creativity when compared to writing code.

Do you consider yourself a pro? Go right ahead and start programming with HTML, CSS, JavaScript or PHP. This is quite technical, so make sure you have enough time and experience.

Layout and corporate identity

However you decide to create your website, there’s plenty to choose from. Choose a clear, simple design and a consistent style with colours that compliment each other. By keeping your style consistent, so others can recognise you or your brand.

The content of your website

Create content for your website, while paying attention to SEO (Search Engine Optimisation). Click here to read more about SEO. Make sure your website functions on both mobile phones, desktops, and tablets. When you choose to use our Sitebuilder, your website will automatically look great on all devices.

Publication

After reading this article, you should have a better idea of what it takes to create your own website. It doesn’t have to be difficult; make it as easy or technical as you want to. When you have followed the steps above, you are ready to go live. Time to get started. Welcome online!