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What do the most successful DIY websites do that others don\u2019t? With millions of websites, we here at Jimdo have studied just that. Again and again, it’s a few simple tips that help make the most of your do it yourself website builder, no matter what your website is about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a simple list of the best DIY website tips to get you started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Start with a simple site plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Grab a piece of paper and map out the pages you want in your main navigation menu. List any other subpages and where they\u2019ll go. This will help you stay organized and show you the pieces of content you need before<\/em> you start building. Check out this post for more details on building a site plan. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Keep your navigation menu short<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Related to the site plan, you want to make sure your DIY website doesn\u2019t have too many options in the menu. A menu bar that overflows onto two lines or has a lot of submenus is confusing and hard to use. A good rule of thumb is to have no more than 5-7 pages in your top navigation menu. Your website will look more streamlined and your customers will have an easier time finding what they need\u2014a win\/win. Here are 5 tips for a good website navigation menu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Think about your audience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you know specifically who you are trying to reach, you can create a website that’s targeted to what they need. Defining who your website is for (and not for) will make it easier to create a focused, successful do it yourself website. And remember, your audience probably isn\u2019t \u201ceveryone\u201d\u2014that goal would be too broad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Make your own logo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A logo is an important piece of branding for your DIY website. It helps make your business recognizable, and it\u2019s something you can use on your social media profiles, product packaging<\/a>, and print materials too. Use Jimdo\u2019s Logo Creator<\/a> to make one yourself, and put it right in your website\u2019s logo area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Use a logo with a transparent background.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While we\u2019re talking logos, it’s best to use a version with a transparent background (typically a .PNG file). That way you won’t have a box or shadow showing up behind it. Here\u2019s an explainer about the differences between image files<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Invest in your own website domain name<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most DIY website builders offer a free version. But when you opt for a paid plan<\/a>, you get a custom domain and no ads or logos will appear on your site\u2014and these both signal to your visitors that you take your website (and business) seriously. Here\u2019s more on how to choose the right domain<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Leave enough time to connect your domain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re registering a domain through Jimdo’s website builder<\/a>, the process is very quick. But if you\u2019re trying to transfer your domain to Jimdo from another registrar, make sure you leave enough time\u2014the process can take a few hours or a few days depending on your registrar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Review some of the common website lingo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

DIY website builders make the job easy, but it\u2019s a good idea to familiarize yourself with some of the common website buzzwords you\u2019ll hear about during the process (like CMS, HTTPS, UX…). Once you know what the terms and acronyms mean, you\u2019ll see that they\u2019re not so mysterious after all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Check how your website looks on a mobile phone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Jimdo, all website templates are mobile responsive, meaning that they\u2019ll automatically adjust to fit the size of the screen someone is using. Even so, it\u2019s a good idea to double-check using View Mode to see how your site would look on a mobile phone or tablet<\/a>\u2014and also to make sure your font is large enough so that everyone can comfortably read it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Use some DIY website design shortcuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy to get hung up on the \u201cyourself\u201d part of do it yourself website building\u2014but there are actually a ton of free resources out there that can help you design your website. For example, did you know that you don\u2019t need to take your own photographs? Or that you can find free website icons<\/a> for every symbol under the sun? Or edit your pictures without Photoshop<\/a>? Read on for more design tips for DIY websites<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. Use high-quality photos, even if they are stock photos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stretching a low-quality photo into a large background image<\/a> is tempting, but it\u2019s not going to look very good. If your photos look grainy, pixelated, or blurry, this means they are not high-quality enough for the size you\u2019re aiming for. Instead, check out some of the free resources for high-quality, professional photographs<\/a> that you can use instead. We also have some good tips for optimizing the images on your website<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

12. Choose simple website colors in your design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re a beginner designer, it\u2019s a good idea to keep your colors simple. Many of the best DIY websites find the right \u201clook\u201d with a simple black, white, and\/or grey color scheme, and then they add small bits of color for variety. These colors might match your existing logo or brand colors, or be something that our website builder suggests for you in your color options menu. This classic website design approach is tried-and-true and always looks great. Read more about the best color combinations for DIY websites here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13. Choose a font that\u2019s very easy to read<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Decorative fonts can be a lot of fun, but they don\u2019t always translate well on a screen. Make sure you use a clear, screen-friendly font that\u2019s good for websites<\/a> and make it large enough for all visitors to read comfortably. Also be careful with grey text, as it can look too faint for people to see. When in doubt, black text on a white background on a do it yourself website is always a good idea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

14. Use white space in your DIY website design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instead of cramming lots of content into a web page, it\u2019s much better to give each part some breathing room, in the form of some empty \u201cwhite\u201d space around it. Designers know that websites with a good amount of white space are much easier for people to read and navigate. The lack of clutter is inviting, and it helps people prioritize what to look at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15. Break up your text into small pieces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You start your DIY website, and you\u2019re finally free to write exactly what you want, for however long you want. Just remember that reading on a screen is hard for people, and they\u2019ll likely be skimming anyway. Break up your text into short paragraphs. Use columns, headings, bullets, FAQs<\/a>, and white space (see above) to make your words easier for people to process. Here are other tips to make your website text look good<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

16. Fill in your SEO settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lots of people skip this step because they think search engine optimization is too advanced for them, but that\u2019s not true! Don\u2019t be afraid to look under the hood of your DIY website and fill in your Site Title and keywords. You\u2019d be surprised how many people leave these blank. And also take a moment to read our SEO Basics Guide<\/a>. Once you know the general concepts, the process for improving your search engine ranking is much much easier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

17. Start tracking your website traffic, even if it\u2019s low<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you don\u2019t get a lot of traffic right away (and that\u2019s ok) you should turn your website statistics \u201con\u201d. That way you can see your progress over time and watch your traffic grow. You\u2019ll also learn more about where your visitors come from so that you can optimize your online marketing in the future. You can also connect your Jimdo DIY website to a Google Analytics account for even more detail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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18. Remember that good DIY website traffic takes time\u2014be patient!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you publish your do it yourself website, you might expect to get traffic right away. Just remember that building website visitors takes time. First you can make sure that your site is easy for Google to notice<\/a>. You can also write your website text specifically to be easier for Google to understand<\/a>, and do some basic keyword research<\/a>. Don\u2019t fall for gimmicks or quick fixes to increase your website traffic\u2014they probably won\u2019t pay off in the long run. The best way to get the right website visitors is to make sure you have good content and optimize it over time, then track the results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

19. Learn more about your website\u2019s legal requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have a website based in the European Union or have customers in the EU, you should familiarize yourself with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules. This is a privacy and data protection law relevant for many websites, including DIY websites. Though we always recommend consulting a legal expert, here\u2019s a GDPR explainer <\/a>to get you started. Jimdo also has a Legal Text Generator for EU customers<\/a> that takes care of your website\u2019s legal pages, like your Privacy Policy and Imprint, automatically. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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20. Don\u2019t worry about your DIY website being \u201cdone\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The truth is, a website is never really finished. There is always information to add, improvements to make, and new experiments to run. If you\u2019re nervous about sharing your website with a wide audience, try to think of it as a work-in-progress that you can easily change over time. After all, the only way to make it better is to get out there and see how people are using it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

21. If you get stuck, know where to get help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Entrepreneurs are naturally a DIY kind of crowd, but don\u2019t be frustrated if you need some extra help. Our Support Team is standing by<\/a> and has experience with every kind of website, and we also have teams of Jimdo Experts who can give you specialized one-on-one help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

22. Get ideas from other successful DIY websites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re not alone! Check out our Jimdo Examples page<\/a> to see more awesome do it yourself websites that our customers have built. Keep track of what you like, because chances are you can do something similar on your own website. We also have some tips on free ways to analyze your website competitors.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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