Updated: March 22, 2024 by Hannah Wright
As a business owner, marketer, or a designer, learning how to build a website all on your own (without any coding skills necessary) can be an absolute game-changer.
Basically, that difference it can make can be thousands of dollars and many hours of time.
So, it's pretty awesome if you ask me.
That’s why I've compiled this step-by-step tutorial guide all about how to tackle website design in Canva using their website builder.
When done correctly, you can design a website in a matter of minutes and for FREE (unless you want to buy your own .com domain - that would be a small separate fee).
Want to save time? Watch the step-by-step video tutorial on YouTube instead:
1. First, click "Create a design" from inside the Canva dashboard (you can use either a free or a pro account - both work for this).
2. Next, type in "Website" and select the category.,
3. Next, you'll see the template library. This is part of what makes it such a huge time-saver (you don't have to create web designs from scratch).
4. After that, select your template to start using it.
5. This next part is important: Be sure that each of your pages have titles before previwing or publishing your site. You can do that by clicking on a website section and then clicking on the pencil paper icon and making sure there's a title filled out at the very top.
6. Then, you can edit, add, and modify any of the text, images, colors, and content freely!
7. When you're ready, click "Publish" and that's it! You'll also have the opportunity to use your own domain name, if needed.
Want some template ideas? Here are a few favorite Canva website templates below:
This beautiful website template is the perfect way to build your next startup idea if you're looking for a professional homepgae.
It comes with all of the sections and pages you need, complete with a slick look where the images can also be customized to suit your needs.
So, if you're looking to create a webpage in the tech space, this is the way to go (and it's free!)
This personal portfolio website theme is a great way to kickstart your next website or personal project.
For example, you can quickly and seamlessly showcase your work and experience.
Also, the layout is calming, minimalist, and tasteful.
In short, if you're looking for a classy layout for your next site, this is it.
Introducing this beautiful agency template, which is the perfect theme for a busy agency.
You can go in and customize and of the photos, text, and colors.
It’s a professional and polished layout, making it great if you've recently started a new venture and you're looking to take on more clients.
It creates a great first impression.
Fortunately, this one is free, too!
Anyway, I hope this article has been helpful to you in your design journey.
Best of luck on your project!