Welcome to this tutorial on how to go live on Webflow! Going live with your website is an exciting moment, as it allows you to share your creation with the world. In this guide, we will walk through the steps you need to follow to publish your Webflow site and make it accessible to anyone on the internet.
Step 1: Sign up for a Webflow Account
If you haven’t already, head over to webflow.com and sign up for a free account. Once you’ve signed up, you’ll have access to all the features and tools needed to create and publish your website.
Step 2: Design Your Website
Before going live, it’s important to have your website designed and ready. Use Webflow’s powerful visual designer and drag-and-drop interface to create the layout, add content, and customize the appearance of your site.
Useful Tip:
If you’re new to Webflow, consider exploring their extensive collection of pre-designed templates. These templates can be a great starting point for creating your own unique website.
Step 3: Preview Your Site
Before taking your site live, it’s always a good idea to preview how it will look on different devices. Webflow provides built-in preview options that allow you to see exactly how your site will appear on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. Ensure that everything looks as intended before proceeding.
Step 4: Connect Your Domain
In order for your website to be accessible via a custom domain name (e.g., www.yourdomain.com), you’ll need to connect it with Webflow. To do this:
- Upgrade your Webflow account: If you’re using a free Webflow account, you’ll need to upgrade to a paid plan that includes custom domain hosting.
- Go to Project Settings: From your Webflow dashboard, select the project you want to publish and navigate to “Project Settings.”
- Add your domain: Under the “Hosting” tab, click on “Add custom domain.” Follow the instructions provided to connect your domain with Webflow.
Step 5: Publish Your Site
Once you’ve completed the previous steps, it’s time to publish your site and make it live for everyone to see. To do this:
- In Project Settings: Go back to the project settings in Webflow.
- Publish settings: Under the “Hosting” tab, click on “Publish.” You’ll be prompted with options such as publishing all pages or just specific ones.
Choose the appropriate option for your needs.
- Publish your site: After selecting your preferred options, click on “Publish” again. Webflow will begin generating and publishing the necessary files for your website.
Note:
The time taken for the publishing process may vary depending on the size of your website and its content. However, once published, you can access it using your custom domain or via the default Webflow subdomain (yourprojectname.webflow.io).
Congratulations!
Your website is now live on Webflow! Share it with friends, clients, or anyone else who wants to see what you’ve created. Remember, you can always go back to the Webflow designer to make updates and changes, and simply republish your site to see the changes take effect.
Now that you know how to go live on Webflow, take some time to explore the various features and possibilities this powerful platform offers. Happy designing!