Lesson 8: Review and publish your site
We’re so proud of you! You just created the key content for your site and built your core pages. It’s time to show off all that hard work to the world.
In this lesson, we’ll do a quick review of the pages you created to make sure everything’s in tip-top shape. Then, we’ll publish your business or non-profit website. This can be the scariest part of building your site and also the most exciting, so we’re here to cheer you on and encourage you to take the leap of publishing!
Review your site before publishing
Let’s take one last look at what you’ve created. Put your website in preview mode, so you can see what your customers will see. Then, take a look at your site and make sure that the following criteria are met.
6 TO-DOS
- The homepage
The homepage is simple and has a catchy headline. - Call-to-action
Customers have a clear call-to-action on your Home page. - What makes your business unique
You’ve explained what makes your business unique. - Provide accurate and relevant information
Customers know how to get in touch or find your location. - Ensure your website looks cohesive
The overall look and feel matches your brand identity, with a nice balance of content and whitespace. Your images are high-quality, your pages are well-organized, and there are not too many. - Everything is needed
Every piece of content on the site is vital (if not, remove it!)
Once you’re able to check off all the items on the list above, you’re ready to launch the first version of your site!
Activity: Publish your site
Get ready to celebrate, because it’s time to publish!
Remember, your website will constantly evolve. It does not need to be perfect on the first try. Once your site is live, you can get feedback from friends and family, and update or refresh it based on what they say. You can also unpublish it if necessary. Once published, it will be easier to continue developing your site. So, publish it now (yes, we mean right now!)
If you’re using GoDaddy’s website builder, you can find written instructions on how to publish your site here. Or, you can watch the video below.
Congratulations! You’ve finished the course and launched your site. *Insert confetti, balloons, and fireworks!* We’re so happy for you, and we can’t wait to see how your website continues to grow and evolve. And, we’re here to continue helping you on this journey.
For example, we’ve got courses on how to get found using SEO, create your e-commerce presence, grow your business with email marketing, connect with your customers through social media, and more. Just check out the full list of available courses to keep learning!