I know you have a long way to go, but we think you can accomplish it. We're here to walk you through all of the procedures you'll need to follow to ensure a successful website launch. So take a seat, remember to take notes, and let's get started.
Here's a quick rundown of the key points:
- Perform a keyword research.
- Get a handle on your information architecture.
- Get your prototype ready.
- If necessary, test and rework your prototype.
- Develop to your website
- Choose a domain name and a web hosting service.
- Create and publish your website.
- Improve UX and SEO by testing usability.
Perform a keyword research
It's crucial to do keyword research (sorry about the pun).
Keywords assist you promote the content of your website on search engines like Google, Bing, and others. It assists the end-user in locating the appropriate information from the millions of pages available on the internet.
This vital stage of coming online should not be overlooked. Do some keyword research on your own. Examine your rivals' keywords and come up with those that are more appropriate for you. There are keyword research tools available on the internet to assist you with this, so select one that appeals to you and get started.
Get a handle on your data structure.
In layman's terms, information architecture refers to the organization of your website. It also reflects your menu labels, categories, and other navigational elements. What do you sell, where will your buyers hunt for it, what category does it fall under, and so on. Customers will likely have difficulty discovering what they are seeking for if you miss this step or perform it incorrectly. Furthermore, Google or another search engine will rank your website as difficult to understand and low-converting. As a result, your website will appear lower in search results, giving your competitors an edge. UXtweak includes a number of useful tools for navigating the IA.
The Card Sorting is ideal for learning more about your categorisation. For example, for content or items. It assists you in determining which things should be grouped together, as well as the desired category names and the general layout of the website.
The ultimate next step is to use tree testing. It allows you to put your IA to the test and pinpoint its flaws. If people are getting lost looking for something, tree testing will tell you precisely where they are.
Card Sorting and Tree Testing are necessary for any website, and you should not disregard them while building one. It's fine if we don't think like consumers all of the time. With a few user tests, you can create an intuitive navigation system and stop worrying about your visitors getting lost.
Get your prototype ready.
So, now that you've completed your keyword research and information architecture, you can go on to creating your prototype. It can be done for a charge by a willing buddy with prior expertise or a professional. We prefer Figma or inVision, but ultimately, it's your decision; I can't tell you what to do.
Test and adjust your prototype if necessary
Prototype completed, fantastic. That isn't all, though. To ensure that your website is user-friendly and free of usability difficulties, you must first test the prototype. In the long run, this will save you time, money, and worries. In just a few minutes, you can put up a test for your designs with our easy Prototype testing tool. There's no need to upload large files; all you need is a link!
Examine how consumers interact with it, look for usability faults, and make your design flow as smooth as possible. Return to something that feels shaky or unfinished and revise it, making any required changes. There's nothing wrong with failing to complete a task on the first attempt.
Develop your website
As a result, the time has finally arrived. You built a prototype, tested it, and now it's time to turn it into the final product. Developing is significantly more difficult than prototyping, so if you don't know Python, C, or C++, hire someone to do it for you. It'll set you back a little, but with their help, you'll watch your site develop from the ground up in no time.
Choose a website builder as a less expensive option. WordPress, Wix, and Webflow, to mention a few, are among the most popular.
Choose a domain name and a hosting provider.
You must now choose a domain name and a web hosting service.
A domain name should be something that reflects your personality, such as your brand name or something similar. Hosting refers to having someone host your website on their servers so that everything runs smoothly and without interruptions, allowing you to focus on the more important aspects of your life.
Publish your website
Well, go on. You can do it!
Improve User Experience and Search Engine Optimization by testing usability.
It isn't, however, the end of the journey. Now comes the long-term portion. You should still examine usability on your live website to ensure that it is not stuck in the 2000s. Users' behavior varies on a daily basis, and you must adapt and make appropriate modifications.
SEO requires regular attention as well; Google updates things from time to time, so keep an eye out for that. Competition is still fierce, so don't forget to bring something unique to the table to set yourself apart.
You're all set, congratulations!
I've provided you all the necessary knowledge; now go forth and make us proud by developing your website, flourishing, and being successful. Everything is under your control.
