Start-a-Website Checklist
A simple beginner path from idea to launch.
01
Plan your site
- Define the site's purpose in one sentence
- Pick a name and check the .ca / .com domain
- List your core pages: Home, About, Services, Contact
- Gather text, photos, and your logo in one folder
02
Choose hosting & domain
- Register your domain
- Choose a beginner-friendly host
- Set up your hosting account and connect the domain
- Create a professional email address
03
Build your pages
- Install your site builder
- Pick a clean, mobile-friendly theme
- Write each core page using plain, helpful language
- Add your logo, brand colors, and consistent navigation
04
Launch
- Proofread every page and test every link
- Check the site on phone, tablet, and desktop
- Add a contact form and confirm it delivers
- Submit your site to Google Search Console
- Share the link with friends, family, and your network