How to create a website: step by step

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  • Your own website in 6 steps
  • Drag and drop – no coding skills needed
  • Reach new customers with your own website
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Why your own website is worth it

A website is no longer a luxury – it is the basis of your presence online. Whether you work as a freelancer, run a cafΓ©, manage a club or are building your own business: with your own website, you reach your audience where they are looking for you.

Many of your customers search online first. With the right website, you turn visitors into customers and make the internet one of your most important sales channels.

How to create a website – explained simply

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Secure your domain

Your domain is your address on the web. At easyname, you can choose from over 480 extensions to find the right one.

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Choose the right plan

With the website builder, hosting is already included. If you prefer to work with WordPress or Joomla, choose a web hosting plan instead.

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Design your website – no coding required

Our website builder makes it possible: with the drag-and-drop editor, you move elements to the right place, adjust colours and add text – and your website is ready.

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Add convincing content

Use over 2 million royalty-free images from our library and format your text in the built-in editor. No jargon, just get started.

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Keep your visitors secure

The included SSL certificate protects your visitors' data. One click activates it – we take care of the rest.

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Get found online

SEO settings and social media integration help your audience find you.

Time to get started.

Wherever you are right now, we show you the right next step.

I'm starting from scratch

No website yet, no web design experience – and that's perfectly fine. The website builder guides you through everything: choose a template, add your text, publish.

I know what I want

You know your way around WordPress or Joomla and want to manage your system yourself. Choose a web hosting plan – your system is installed in one click.

Step 1: The right domain for you

Your domain is your address on the web – it should be easy to remember and match your brand. At easyname, you can choose from over 480 domain extensions.

A good domain shows at a glance who you are, builds trust and helps people find you in search engines. It is your digital calling card, working for you around the clock.

The .at domain – ideal for Austria

The .at domain has stood for Austrian websites since 1988. It signals local presence, builds trust and helps you in local Google searches. Anyone can register it – regardless of where they live.

Tips for the right domain name

Keep it short, avoid hyphens and numbers, and make the link to your brand or offer clear. Ideally, also register similar spellings and other extensions (.com, .de) to protect your brand.

Step 2: Choose the right plan

With the website builder, hosting is already included: you choose a plan and start right away in the editor. Website + Shop and Website + Shop XL also include an online shop.

The plans at a glance

Website
The ideal introduction for anyone who wants to create their own website quickly and easily - without any programming knowledge.
The first 3 months only
€0.49 1
per month, then €4.90 per month
Add to cart
Only for
  • 20 pages

  • 5GB storage space

  • Webshop products

  • Blog

  • 1 Royalty free images

Website + Shop
With the integrated web shop and unlimited storage space, you can take your business online - simply, securely and stylishly.
The first 3 months only
€0.99 2
per month, then €9.90 per month
Add to cart
Only for
  • Unlimited number of pages

  • Unlimited storage space

  • 10 Webshop products

  • Blog

  • 3 Royalty-free images

Website + Shop XL
Unlimited pages, unlimited products, full control: this package offers everything you need for your growing online business.
The first 3 months only
€1.49 3
per month, then €14.90 per month
Add to cart
Only for
  • Unlimited number of pages

  • Unlimited storage space

  • Unlimited webshop products

  • Blog

  • 5 Royalty free images

  • Prices incl. 20% VAT. Offers are only valid for a limited time and are partly dependent on minimum contract periods. Here you can find our general terms and conditions.
Numbered footnotes
  1. 1 Website: The discount granted is valid for 3 months. After that, only €4.90 per month.
  2. 2 Website + Shop: The discount granted is valid for 3 months. After that, only €9.90 per month.
  3. 3 Website + Shop XL: The discount granted is valid for 3 months. After that, only €14.90 per month.

Offer valid for new customers.

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Prefer WordPress or Joomla?

You know your way around WordPress, Joomla or another CMS? Then choose a web hosting plan and install your system in one click. Over 30 apps are available.

What our customers say

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I work professionally in web hosting and chose easyname after trying several other providers. My own website runs on easyname too. The value for money is excellent and the customer service is better than at any other company. I've never been disappointed!
Another plus: it's a local company based in Vienna!

Elias
Verified customer
Everything you need

Great platform with everything that matters for your website and more. Very good customer service that even beginners can understand – highly recommended.

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A customer for years

I've been an easyname customer for years. I find the website builder very user-friendly – even as a beginner you get along well.
Customer support is quick, friendly and competent.
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Very good service with fast and friendly email support.

Very good service with fast and friendly email support. I'd also like to highlight their great patience and politeness when you have a problem that is actually on your side! And my favourite part of easyname is still their practical, well-designed control panel – I haven't seen anything like it anywhere else, it's really great. Thank you!

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Verified customer
You save 90%
Website builder
instead of from €4.90 from €0.49 / month 1

Hosting, SSL certificate and templates are included. You start right away in the editor – no coding skills needed.

Step 3: Bring your website to life

Now it gets creative! With the easyname website builder, you design your website exactly the way you want it. Choose a design, drag elements into place, add your content – and your website is ready.

No code, no complicated technology. Just you and your ideas.

Choose a design
Browse our templates and find the design that suits you. The templates are tailored to different industries – from restaurants and photography to online shops.
Place elements
Drag text, images, buttons and widgets exactly where you want them. Everything can be moved and adjusted freely.
Add content
Fill your pages with life: write your text directly in the editor, upload images or use our stock photo library.
Add features
Does your website need a contact form? A Google Maps map? An Instagram feed? Simply add the right widget and customise it.

Choose the design that suits you

Browse our design templates and find the layout that fits your project. All templates are fully customisable – adjust colours, fonts and layouts to your needs.

You save 90%
Website builder
instead of from €4.90 from €0.49 / month 1

Hosting, SSL certificate and templates are included. You start right away in the editor – no coding skills needed.

Step 4: Content that convinces

An appealing website needs meaningful text and high-quality images. At easyname, you get the tools you need: access over 2 million royalty-free stock photos (up to 5 images depending on your plan) or upload your own. You write and format text in the built-in editor – as easily as in a word processor.

Pro tip: professional website? Then a professional email address too!

For a convincing presence, your website also needs a matching email address. An email address with your own domain looks professional straight away – and sets you apart from free email addresses.

Why an email address with your own domain is worth it:

  • More trust: customers see right away that they are dealing with a real business
  • Better privacy and security: stronger data protection and reliable spam protection
  • Better deliverability: your emails land in the inbox, not in spam
  • Seamless fit: matches your website

Step 5: Security you can see

An SSL certificate is standard today – and at easyname it is included in every plan. It encrypts all data between your website and your visitors. Your visitors see the padlock in the address bar and know their data is safe.

Protects sensitive data
Contact form, login area or payment data in your shop – SSL reliably encrypts it all.
Builds trust
The padlock signals security. Visitors feel more comfortable and stay longer on your site.
Better Google ranking
Google favours encrypted websites in its search results.
Ready right away
Once activated, your website is encrypted immediately. No waiting, no effort.

How does SSL work at easyname?

It couldn't be easier: SSL is included in all plans. You activate it with one click and we handle the technical setup in the background. A few seconds later, your website is available via "https://".

Before you start

Legal basics: what your website needs in Austria

Before your website goes live, there are a few legal points to take care of. Exactly which details you need depends on your legal form and the content of your website.

  • Imprint and disclosure: every website needs a disclosure under the Austrian Media Act (Mediengesetz). Businesses also have to provide information under the E-Commerce Act, such as their address, email address and chamber membership, and depending on the legal form also their company register number and court.
  • Privacy policy: as soon as you process personal data, for example through a contact form or an analytics tool, you inform your visitors about it in a privacy policy.
  • Cookies: you may only set cookies that are not technically necessary, for example for analytics or advertising, once your visitors have given their consent.
  • Accessibility for online shops: since 28 June 2025, online shops for consumers must be accessible. Micro-enterprises with fewer than 10 employees and an annual turnover or balance sheet total of no more than 2 million euros are exempt.
  • Images and text: only use third-party content with the rights holder's consent. If people can be recognised in your own photos, you need their consent too.

This overview does not replace legal advice. If you have questions about your imprint, data protection or accessibility, get legal advice.

Step 6: Get found online

Your website is ready – now it needs to reach your audience. With the right tools, search engines find your site and visitors from social media discover your content.

SEO: get found more easily

For each page of your website, you can set an individual title, meta description and keywords. This information helps Google and other search engines understand your content – and potential visitors see straight away in the search results what to expect.

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Social media for more reach

Connect your social media channels directly to your website. Show your latest Facebook posts, Instagram photos or LinkedIn updates. That way you stay in touch with your community and attract new visitors to your site.

Start selling with an online shop

In just a few steps, you turn your website into a working online shop. Choose the payment methods you want to offer your customers. The automatic order system informs buyers by email about the status of their shipment.

With the Website + Shop XL plan, you can sell an unlimited number of products – ideal if you want to keep growing your range.

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Everything your
website needs

  • Hosting and SSL certificate included
  • Templates optimised for smartphones and tablets
  • Over 2 million stock photos, up to 5 royalty-free depending on the plan
  • Online shop from the Website + Shop plan

Frequently asked questions

Melanie from easyname

The website builder is an all-in-one solution: hosting, editor and design are already included – you design your site directly in the browser, without any technical knowledge. With web hosting and WordPress, you choose a hosting plan and install WordPress in one click. That gives you access to thousands of themes and plugins, but takes a little more time to learn.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com
Lukas from easyname

Yes. The easyname website builder is made for exactly that. You don't need coding skills, web design experience or technical knowledge. You choose a template, replace the text and images and publish your site – that's it.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com
Lukas from easyname

There is no free version. In return, even the smallest plan gives you a website without ads and with an SSL certificate.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com
Melanie from easyname

You can see the current prices of the three plans above in the plan overview. The term is 12 months, billed monthly, and there is no setup fee. All prices include 20% VAT.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com
Anna from easyname

For a professional presence, yes. Your own domain makes your website reachable at a fixed address, builds your visitors' trust and helps people find you in search engines. At easyname, you can choose from over 480 domain extensions.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com
Lukas from easyname

Yes. In Austria, every website needs a disclosure under the Media Act. Which details you need on top depends on your legal form. You'll find an overview in the legal basics section above.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com
Melanie from easyname

The term is 12 months, billed monthly. The notice period is 30 days before the end of the term. You can cancel directly in your customer area.

Could I help you?
I'm glad I could help you.
Sorry, you can reach us at:
+43 1 353 2222 or support@easyname.com

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Choose a template, add your content, publish – no coding skills needed.