Howdy!

Building a website may sound complex, but with the right roadmap, anyone can do it. Whether you’re a small business owner, freelancer, or creative, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the basics.

1️⃣ Define Your Purpose

Before anything else, ask:
– What is your website for?
– Selling products? Showcasing work? Sharing knowledge?
Clear goals help shape your design and platform choice.

2️⃣ Choose the Right Platform

Popular beginner-friendly platforms:

• WordPress – flexible and SEO-ready
• Wix / Squarespace – easy drag & drop
• Shopify – ideal for online stores
• Framer / Webflow – for modern, no-code design

💡 At Howdy TX, we help you pick what fits your needs best.

3️⃣ Buy a Domain & Hosting

• Domain name = your website address (e.g. howdytx.org)
• Hosting = where your site lives online

Some platforms offer built-in hosting. Choose short, memorable names.

4️⃣ Prepare Your Content

Make it simple and clear:

• Homepage: who you are & what you offer
• About: your story or mission
• Services / Products: details & visuals
• Contact: how to reach you

High-quality text and visuals are key.

5️⃣ Mobile & Speed Check

Most users visit from mobile devices.
Check:

• Is your site mobile-friendly?
• Does it load fast?

Use free tools like Google PageSpeed to test performance.

6️⃣ Add SEO & Security

Help people find you:

• Add meta titles & descriptions
• Use relevant keywords
• Secure your site with SSL (https)

🔐 We build websites that are fast, secure, and SEO-optimized.

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📞 Need Help?
Ready to launch, but not sure where to start?
We offer custom web design, full setup, and digital strategy.

🌐 Visit us: howdytx.org
📩 Free consultation available – let’s build something great!