With so much time and emphasis placed on our social media presence, we can overlook one of the most powerful spaces available in our on-line world: the humble website. Sure, it’s nice to get a snapshot of a company or a person on their TikTok or Instagram, but when you really want to get to know someone—at your own leisurely pace—visiting their website is the way to do it.

And thanks to some extremely user-friendly apps and tools, it’s easier than ever to design your very own website. So, whether you’re starting a small business, taking your brick-and-mortar storefront virtual, or just creating a site for family and friends to stay in touch, there’s a tool for you.

1. Canva – Choose from thousands of templates to custom build a website with zero coding involved. This one-stop-shop also provides help with design, brandbuilding, and even tools like video and graphics you can integrate with your social media.
2. Squarespace – The gold standard in building online storefronts, Squarespace has expanded to offer help from design pros to help you build the perfect site for your business. They also provide SEO optimization, e-commerce features, and training and support.
3. Wix – A terrific option for personal websites, Wix offers tons of pre-made templates but also gives you the freedom to select design elements that make the site your own. This is a perfect choice for a website that showcases your art or writing or a place where friends and family can connect, sharing content like photos and event reminders.
4. Elementor – If you’re looking to build multiple sites with a single application (with only one payment and consistent access to design tools and support), try Elementor. With options for pro sites as well as WordPress-hosted sites for personal pages, this service offers the most options, playing well both with e-commerce widgets and social media integration. If you’re selling anything (or beefing up your online persona), Elementor can’t be beat.

All of these options can help you build the perfect website for selling, showing, or sharing, but there’s surely one out there with the perfect mix of features for you. Reach out to one of their designers today so we’ll be sure to visit you at www.you.com soon!