Building a Basic IndieMade Website: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide for the Tech Novice
In the digital age, it's crucial to have an online presence. Whether you want to share your passion, hobbies, stories, or even start a small business, a website is essential. However, for those who are less tech-savvy, building a website may seem like a daunting task. That's where IndieMade comes in. Designed with simplicity and accessibility in mind, IndieMade makes it easy for anyone to build a website, regardless of technical know-how.
This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of building a basic IndieMade website. Let's dive in!
Step 1: Start with the Basics
During the signup process, if you've selected that you don't need e-commerce, you will be directed to Basic Site Info. This is the first page you'll see after signing up. If you have a logo, upload it here. If not, don't worry; logos are overrated.
Then, enter your site's name. Remember, you'll be able to choose a font for this later.
Step 2: Create Your Home Page
Next, go to the Dashboard's left menu and choose 'Pages.' As a new user, you won't have any pages created yet. To create your first one, click 'Add Page.'
Name this page 'Home Page.' You're welcome to give it a more descriptive title or even some introductory text about your site. But for now, simplicity is key. Once you've created this page, you'll have a page called 'Home Page.'
Step 3: Set Your Home Page
Go back to 'Basic Site Settings' under the settings in the upper right corner of the Dashboard and choose your 'HomePage.' You can select any page you create to be your homepage. In this case, select the 'Home Page' you just created. Don't forget to click 'Save Configuration' after making your selection.
Step 4: Create Your About Me Page
The next page you might want to add is an 'About Me' page. This can be a great place to introduce yourself and give your visitors some insight into who you are and what your site is all about.
Go back to 'Pages' and click 'Add Page.' This time, name it 'About Your Site.' Remember, being descriptive in the title will help search engines when they index your site. Add your content just as you would in any word editor.
When creating your 'About Me' page, you can ignore the 'Search Engine Optimization' section; this is all handled automatically by IndieMade. However, make sure to click 'Provide a Menu link.' You can use a different title than your main title for brevity's sake. The 'Parent link' should be 'IndieMade Site Menu,' which will add it to your main menu.
Step 5: Review Your Website
Now that you've created a few pages, you can click on the IndieMade logo in the Dashboard to preview your website.
You'll notice a Dashboard toolbar at the bottom of your website. This toolbar allows you to easily edit your website, but it's only visible when you're logged in.
Step 6: Add Some Style
By clicking on the pencil icon in the Dashboard toolbar, you enable inline editing for some items on your site. For example, if you hover over the header of your site and click 'Edit Header,' you can adjust the style of your header.
The 'Header Editor' allows you to change the look of your brand (site name and logo). You'll want to pay close attention to the 'Site Name color,' 'Header Background,' and 'Main Menu links.' These three elements play a crucial role in ensuring that your site looks professional and appealing.
Step 7: Keep Building Your Website
At this point, you should have a website with a site name, a header, and menu links to the pages you've added. You can continue to add pages of content as you see fit, shaping your website to suit your specific needs.
Remember, simplicity is key for a basic website, and content is king. Keep your content engaging and valuable to your visitors. While there is much more to explore and add to your site, this guide should help you get started.
Step 8: Getting Help
Should you ever need any assistance while building or managing your IndieMade website, don't hesitate to reach out to the IndieMade support team at support@indiemade.com. They're there to help you make the most of your online presence.
Conclusion
IndieMade's mission is to make web creation possible for everyone. With its user-friendly interface and affordable prices, IndieMade is the perfect tool for anyone looking to create a personal or business website. So why wait? Start bringing your vision to life with IndieMade today!
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