REGISTER A DOMAIN NAME
Pick a clear domain name that’s easy to spell and to remember. Register a .com domain and try to use your name or a relevant keyword if you can.
PICK YOUR WORDPRESS HOST
Compare reliable WordPress hosting providers. Pay attention to performance, scalability, security, ease of use, and support.
SIGN UP FOR WEB HOSTING
Create an account with the hosting provider of your choice. Choose your plan, configure your domain settings, and keep your login credentials in a safe place.
INSTALL WORDPRESS CMS
Install the WordPress CMS through your hosting account. Access your cPanel and find the one-click installation. Choose the right domain and create your login credentials.
CHOOSE A WORDPRESS THEME
Browse through hundreds of free WordPress themes or purchase a license for a premium theme with even more powerful customization options and templates.
INSTALL WORDPRESS PLUGINS
Add new features and functionalities to your portfolio website with plugins. Make SEO easier, add a contact form, or speed up your site with a caching plugin.
BUILD YOUR HOMEPAGE
Catch your visitors’ attention with a clean design and an easy navigation. Maintain a clear structure and keep your sentences short and snappy.
UPLOAD RELEVANT PROJECTS
Choose your most recent and relevant work samples. Think about what your employers or clients want to see: How can you help them with their problems?
CREATE AN ABOUT PAGE
Add some personality to your portfolio site and share a few more details about yourself. Who are you? What types of projects and clients do you work with?
BUILD A CONTACT FORM
Allow your visitors to get in touch easily with a contact form. Use the Contact Form 7 Plugin to get everything set up quickly.
ADD MORE CONTENT
If you feel like your potential employers or clients need to see something more, add new pages or start a blog to make things more interesting.