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A step-by-step roadmap for creating your dream website

The DIY Website Guide

Let's launch your new site!

In this guide, we'll walk you through everything from choosing the right template to adding your content & pushing your site live.

We’re excited to help you get your new site launched!

Welcome!

It’s go-time! After you preview and test all your pages, send your site to us for a final check before launching it to the world!

Launch your Site!

We'll go through a few extra details that can help boost your site, like setting up a blog and optimizing your pages and images for SEO.

Set up your Blog & SEO

To make your site reflect your vibe, we’ll tweak the colors and fonts to match your brand and make sure everything looks just right.

Adjust Design Settings

It's time to start bringing your site to life! We’ll give you a crash course in Showit, add your copy & photos, and adjust the navigation.

Add your Content

It’s prep time! We’ll outline all your content, gather your photos and brand elements, and get your website copy ready to go.

Prepare your Content

You are here 📍 Let's make sure you’re set up with the perfect template for your brand, and get it uploaded into your Showit account.

Getting Started

The process at a Glance

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Already bought your template?

There are a LOT of templates out there to choose from 😵‍💫 but don't fret! We can help you narrow down to the perfect one for you.

Choose a Template

First thing's First

Mini Sites are a great option if you want a polished landing spot for your brand, but you're good with covering each topic (about, services, etc.) in 1-2 sections each—with everything on one page.

Mini Site Templates

Most templates include at least 5-10 pages that let you get specific & detailed on each. This is especially helpful if you've got lots of content, different customer types, or a range of offerings.

Full Website Templates

Consider whether you'd prefer a full website with dedicated pages for About, Services, Portfolio, etc., or a one-page mini site (like a powerful landing page) that's impactful while being easy to set up.

Full Site or Mini Site?

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Full Websites

Mini Sites

Mini Sites

Full Websites

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Warm & inviting; designed to show off your personality and help you connect authentically with visitors.

Madison York Mini

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Stylish & editorial; crafted for artists in beauty, wellness, creative, events, and more.

Olivia June Mini

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Minimal & intentional; designed to let your work shine; perfect for designers, architects, and more.

Bombay Studio Mini

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Spacious & fresh; a luxe template designed for beauty, wellness, creatives, and more.

Soho House

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Inviting & warm; a robust website template designed for coaches, course creators, authors and more.

Madison York

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Dynamic & edty; a content-focused template designed for bloggers, influencers and service providers.

Taylor Made

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A simple-yet-impactful website template crafted for the beauty & wellness industry.

Malibu

What's the most important info you need to feature? Do you need lots of room for words, or a well-designed portfolio? These answers should guide your template choice. Below are a few things to consider depending on your industry:

What does your site need to do best?

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If you have a physical space...

If you sell your creative skills...

If you’re a coach or consultant...

Soho House

Olivia June Mini

Taylor Made

Brooklyn South

Best templates for service providers:

Your site should give a clear picture of what it’s like to work with you and the results you help your clients achieve. This helps build their confidence that you’re the right choice.

The perfect template for you will have sections to outline your services, multiple ways to show examples of your work, a spot explain your process, and plenty of room for testimonials.

If you provide a service...

If you have a physical space...

If you sell your creative skills...

If you provide a service...

Madison York Mini

Madison York

Best templates for coaches & consultants:

Your website needs to be really good at the delicate dance of showing you're a pro while creating a warm connection with future clients.

The perfect template for you will be good at breaking up long text, giving you space to get wordy, sections that help new clients self-select in (or out!), and the right pages & sections that align with your offers.

If you’re a coach or consultant...

If you have a physical space...

If you’re a coach or consultant...

If you provide a service...

Soho House

Bombay Mini

Brooklyn South

Taylor Made

Best templates for creatives:

Your website should convey your unique style and the quality of your work right away. 

The perfect template for you goes beyond just a portfolio (though it should have that too!). It should help you show that you understand your clients’ needs, let them imagine what it’s like to work with you, and build trust so they feel confident choosing you for their next project.

If you sell your creative skills...

If you sell your creative skills...

If you’re a coach or consultant...

If you provide a service...

Soho House

Best templates for Physical Spaces:

If your business is in a physical space like a salon, spa, or event venue, your website should bring the guest experience to life online.

The perfect template will have large photos where you can showcase the vibe of your space, sections to list booking info and amenities, and room to call out what makes your space unique and why they should book.

If you have a physical space...

Olivia June Mini

Template Features to look for:

Look for layouts that make it easy to outline each of your services—what’s included, starting prices, and how to inquire or book.

Organized sections for service details

Templates that include a "how it works" section to explain your process can be helpful for new clients, and make them  feel more confident taking the next step.

Easy process breakdown

Consider if and how you want to show off your work—a photo-only gallery, detailed project pages, etc—and look for templates with a format that works for you.

Portfolio or gallery options

Social proof is one of your most powerful tools to build trust on your site, so make sure the template you choose has plenty of space to add testimonials and client results!

Spots for testimonials & results

Look for sections that give you lots of room to share your approach, but laid out in a way that breaks up big paragraphs, so it’s easier for visitors to digest (aka more likely they'll read it!)

Space to get wordy without losing their attention

Think about your offerings and what kind of space you need for them. If you have a digital course or membership, you'll probably want a whole page for those details. For 1-on-1 services, make sure there's an easy way to lay those out clearly.

Pages & sections that fit your offers

Using sections like this "might be for you if…" one helps potential clients self-select in (or out!) getting you high-quality leads that match your approach and values.

Help new clients decide if it's a fit

If you offer visual services like photography or interior design, look for a template with large photo layouts that'll really show let you off your work.


Photo-first layouts for visual creatives

If you provide writing or strategy services, choose a template with plenty of text-friendly sections that make reading easy. Bonus points if it includes project detail pages for sharing the context behind your best work!

Text-first layouts for copy & strategy services

Look for a template that makes it easy to outline your services, ideally in a summary section on the homepage, and in more detail on a dedicated services page. 

Space to list your services

Look for templates with space to showcase what makes your space unique and why you’re the best choice, nudging potential guests closer to that "Book Now" button.

Space to show off what makes you different

Make sure it’s easy to outline key details like services, pricing, amenities, and booking options, along with clear directions on how to visit or contact you.

Layouts for organizing info

Choose a template with plenty of large photos that you can use to showcase the vibe of your space, helping future guests imagine themselves there.

Large photos to show off your space

Another way to choose the right template is to find a style that’s close to your vision. You might still want to tweak the fonts and colors, but if the overall layout and vibe feel right, you’ll be that much closer to launching.

Browse by template style

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Modern & Clean

Relaxed & Earthy

Stylish & Editorial

Minimal & Spacious

Warm & Inviting

Bold & Edgy

Fresh & Neutral

Modern & Clean

Relaxed & Earthy

Stylish & Editorial

Minimal & Spacious

Warm & Inviting

Bold & Edgy

Fresh & Neutral

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Flexible enough for any service provider, this Showit Website Template was designed with the refined tastes of the beauty & wellness industry in mind.

Turn curious browsers into eager guests by painting a vivid picture of the experience awaiting them. Because your website should do more than just list your services — it should set the stage for the kind of effortless luxury that makes the bookings pour in.

17-page website template

Soho House

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Tailored for those who dare to stand out, Taylor Made is a cutting-edge Showit Website Template that makes a statement. This template offers a plethora of ways to showcase your unique voice and vision, creating an online presence that's anything but ordinary. The layout is designed to engage visitors from the first click, and an emphasis on large, bold typography means your website stands out while letting your content shine.

18-page website template

Taylor Made

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Madison York is crafted to elevate your online presence with style and confidence. This warm, inviting, and modern design invites visitors to explore and connect, making it an ideal choice to showcase your unique offerings.

This template was designed specifically for coaches, and has everything that's needed for service providers, course creators, consultants, and more.

Full Website & Mini Site Options

Madison York

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Bombay Studio Mini is a one-page Showit Website Template crafted for creative professionals who want to showcase their expertise with sophistication.

Perfect for those seeking a minimal and polished online presence, this sleek and intentional mini site offers ample space for stunning visuals and a curated portfolio to highlight your best work. 

Mini Site Template

Bombay Studio Mini

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Modern, clean, and editorial, this one-page website template is designed to elevate your online presence with style and confidence and increase your bookings.

While Olivia June Mini was designed for independent beauty & wellness professionals in mind, it has everything needed for service providers, coaches, consultants, and more.

Mini Site Template

Olivia June Mini

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Relaxed, coastal living is front & center in this template designed for Beauty Professionals. The laid-back luxe vibe will help future guests envision the pampered feeling they'll enjoy when they visit, and a bonus Client Welcome page will let them know exactly what to expect at their first appointment. This template also features a Portfolio page & several key spots to show off your work.

15-page website template

Malibu

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Inspired by the city that never sleeps, Brooklyn South is a stylish-yet-approachable Showit website template made for creative service providers.

Ditch the bland portfolio and tell potential clients exactly why they should work with you. The design of this template is packed with personality, but never gets in the way, making your work the star of the show.

17-page website template

Brooklyn South

Keep in mind that you can move sections around, adjust layouts, and swap out colors and fonts to make it feel like you. It’s all about finding the starting point that gets you closest to your vision.

The template is only the beginning

Most people will likely visit your site on their phones, so make sure everything is easy to navigate and visually appealing on smaller screens.

Double-check the mobile view before buying

Choose a template that's made for a user-friendly platform (we love Showit because it makes customizing your template a breeze!) AND that includes training to help you get started.

Look for templates you’ll be able to easily update

A few things to keep in mind as you're looking for your perfect template.

Template Shopping Tips

Final thoughts

Shoot us an email & tell us what you're looking for. We'll give you our honest opinion on what would work best for you—even if that's a template that's not in our shop!

Need an outside opinion?

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Prepare your Content

What's Next:

How to Install a Showit Template

detailed instructions:

(Have an existing account? Open Account Settings first & click "Create a New Design.")

Log into Showit, click "Your Designs" and then "Add Design to Library." Enter your Share Key.

Install your template

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Email us!

Can't find it?

A Share Key is a code you'll use to add your template to your Showit account. If your template is from our shop, you'll find it in the PDF that's linked in your delivery email.

Copy your share key

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How to Create a New Showit Account

Step-by-step tutorial:

You'll need a Showit account to access your new template. (Use this link to sign up and get a month free!)

Create a Showit Account

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Accessing your template

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