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A good website is critical whether you\u2019re a freelancer, consultant, or small business. It will help you increase brand awareness, build credibility, increase sales, and improve the customer experience. However, building a website from scratch with no web design experience can be daunting.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, Wix<\/a> provides an intuitive and easy-to-use website builder. It\u2019s designed for beginners but flexible enough to grow with you, so you can create and maintain your website without hiring a designer or developer. Wix supports multiple website types\u2014including an online store, blog, business website, portfolio, bookings site, restaurant menu, events hub, and more\u2014so you can start simple and expand features over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Wix is easy to use, you\u2019ll get further with a clear plan. That\u2019s why we created this how-to post. We\u2019ll take you through all the steps required to build a website with Wix, plus a few pro tips to help with design, SEO, and publishing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Top Website Builders <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You really can’t go wrong with Wix. There’s more we like each time we review it. That said, there are a ton of other great website builders out there beyond our top three favorites. Our Daily Eggspert does an excellent job covering all these nuances and reviewing even more top website builders in the Best Website Builders<\/a> post. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without further ado, here\u2019s how to build a Wix website, step-by-step. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1 – Get Started With Wix<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Start by heading to the Wix website<\/a> and signing up for an account. You only need an email address and password to start (you can also continue with Google, Apple, or Facebook). Then click Get Started<\/strong> to register your account and access the Wix Dashboard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Next, fill in the required information and click Sign Up <\/strong>to create your Wix account. Your account includes everything you need to make your website, including a dashboard and the Wix editor. This is the only account you need to create and manage your Wix website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Next, Wix will ask you questions to determine the best way to create your website, starting with the type of site you want to build. This section is important since the best layout varies depending on the kind of website. Therefore, try to answer these questions as accurately as you can\u2014your answers help pre-configure navigation, pages, and features automatically. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, enter your website name. Don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t have a name yet\u2014you can use a placeholder and change it later. You can also skip this step by clicking Skip<\/strong> in the bottom-right corner of your screen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, providing your website name helps Wix populate your site with information (like headers, footers, and default text). As a result, you\u2019ll have fewer details to adjust when editing your site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Next, Wix will ask you to select the features and functionality you want to add to your website. Options include Forms, Bookings, Blogs, Events, Pricing Plans, Restaurants, and more. Wix also suggests relevant features based on the type of website you selected. Tick the box corresponding to the functionality you want to add to your site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Again, this step is optional, and you can skip it if you\u2019re not sure what you\u2019ll need yet. Don\u2019t stress about choosing the \u201ccorrect\u201d features\u2014you can add, remove, or change them later from your dashboard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Completing this section helps you visualize how your finished website will look and work. You can still change features at any time, so think of this as a first pass. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2 – Choose How to Build Your Website <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wix<\/a> now offers two main ways to build a site for most users, plus Wix Studio (the successor to Editor X) for agencies and advanced projects. You can either use the classic Wix Editor and start from one of 900+ templates, or you can let Wix\u2019s AI website builder generate the site for you based on a short conversation about your business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Wix Editor offers the most design freedom. However, it\u2019s easy to drift from best practices without guidance. If you\u2019re building your first site or want a faster start, consider the AI option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wix\u2019s AI Website Builder (the evolution of Wix ADI) now works through a guided, chat-style flow: it collects information about your business and goals, then generates a best-practice layout, text, media, and apps that you can refine. For most beginners, this is the quickest way to get a polished, on-brand result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s faster and more manageable than starting from a blank template, and you can still customize design elements afterward. To use it, choose the option to create a site with AI (wording may vary by account and region). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3 – Follow the AI Prompts <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Creating your website with the AI builder is straightforward. Follow the prompts on each page\u2014you can skip any page if you don\u2019t have the required information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first prompt is to review and edit basic site information. This includes your company name, logo, address, email, phone number, and social media handles. Try not to skip this step; it helps the builder generate relevant copy and layouts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wix<\/a> uses this information to customize key elements like contact pages, headers, footers, and navigation menus. Filling it in early saves you time later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s also worth mentioning that Wix has a logo maker. The logo maker is just as intuitive as the website builder: answer a few questions about your brand and style, then choose and customize a generated logo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now choose a theme. The builder will suggest a small set of options so you\u2019re not overwhelmed. You can always change your theme later, so pick the one that best matches your brand today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Next, Wix will recommend a homepage design based on your site type. These are starting points\u2014you can change layouts, sections, and media afterward. Wix offers hundreds of homepage designs if you want to explore more later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose your favorite one and click Next<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The builder will also suggest other pages to add\u2014such as About, FAQ, Store Policies, Contact, and Support\u2014based on your site type. Tick the boxes for the pages you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, click Edit Site<\/strong> to start personalizing your website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4 – Edit Your Website <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re now at the heart of building a Wix<\/a> website. Your customization options are available in the editor interface. Go through them one by one, adding and editing the elements you want across your pages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For example, clicking Elements<\/strong> lets you add text, images, buttons, social icons, galleries, forms, and more. There are extensive customization options so your site can match your brand exactly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also be using an intuitive drag-and-drop editor. Click any element and drag it where you want it to appear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Say you want to add a shopping button that directs visitors to your product catalog. Hover over Elements<\/strong>, then scroll to Buttons<\/strong> to view different styles and options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose the style you like and drag and drop it into position. You can then link it to a page, product, or section of the site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can add new sections like testimonials, promotions, or bookings to any page. Still, keep your homepage focused and scannable\u2014highlight your main value prop and primary call to action, then link to deeper pages for details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can also change the site color and text theme to match your brand. Adjust text and background colors to improve readability and accessibility (sufficient contrast helps with both user experience and SEO signals like engagement). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, creating contrast between the text and background color ensures your site stays on-brand while remaining readable. Wix also provides multiple fonts and preset theme combinations to keep styles consistent across pages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can also add apps, payment options, and media, and tweak virtually any aspect of your website. Don\u2019t forget to check the Mobile view and make mobile-specific adjustments so buttons, fonts, and layouts are easy to use on smaller screens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another logical way to edit your site is to choose one page to start with. Click Page<\/strong> in the menu, then select the page you want to edit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, click on the part of the page you want to change and use the settings icon to view customization options. You can edit colors, positions, sizes, spacing, and links. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best part is that changes happen in real-time, so you can immediately see their impact. You can also undo changes if you\u2019re unhappy with the result. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, click the Header<\/strong> and then select Settings<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You\u2019ll see multiple design options, including: <\/p>\n\n\n\n