Creating a professional website in a day might sound too good to be true, but with Framer, a powerful no-code website builder, it's entirely possible. Whether you're completely new to Framer or you've dabbled in it before, this guide will walk you through the process of launching a stunning, fully functional website using Framer templates. We'll break down the steps to help you build and publish your site in less than a day, making it easy to get your project or business online quickly.
What is Framer?
Framer is a no-code platform designed for users of all experience levels to create beautiful, responsive websites. Unlike traditional web design tools that require coding knowledge, Framer offers an intuitive, visual interface that allows you to design and publish websites without writing a single line of code. It's perfect for individuals and businesses looking to create modern, high-quality websites efficiently.
Preparation: Get Your Branding Assets Ready
To ensure that your website goes live as quickly as possible, it's essential to have a few things prepared before you start customizing your Framer template. Having these assets on hand will streamline the process and help you avoid any delays:
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Branding Assets: Gather your logo, brand colors, and typography in advance. These elements will be key in personalizing your template to align with your brand's identity.
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Images and Illustrations: High-quality visuals are crucial for making your website stand out. However, it's important to note that Framer's free plan limits file uploads to a maximum of 5MB per file. To avoid hitting this limit, be sure to optimize your images and illustrations. We recommend using the WebP format, which provides excellent compression without sacrificing quality. Aim to keep your images under 100KB whenever possible. This not only helps you stay within the upload limits but also improves the loading speed of your website, providing a better user experience.
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Videos: If you plan to include videos on your website—whether for product demos, testimonials, or promotional content—it's best to embed them via a URL rather than uploading them directly into Framer. Embedding videos from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo not only saves you from the 5MB upload limit but also significantly improves the loading speed and performance of your site. This method ensures that your website remains fast and responsive, even with high-quality video content.
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Copywriting: Prepare the text you want to include on your website, such as your headlines, product descriptions, and about page content. Having your copy ready will make it easier to update the template without any obstacles.
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Domain Name: If you haven't already secured a domain name, now is the time to do so. Your domain is a crucial part of your online presence, and having it ready means you can connect it immediately once your site is ready for launch.
By preparing these elements beforehand, you'll be able to update your Framer template smoothly and efficiently, ensuring your website is live as soon as possible. Optimizing your assets and embedding videos via URL not only helps you stay within Framer's free plan limits but also contributes to a faster, more responsive website.
Step 1: Download the Framer App
The first step in creating your new website is to download the Framer app. This is where you'll design, customize, and publish your site.
Step 2: Choose and Remix a Template
Once you've installed the Framer app, it's time to choose a template from our curated library. Our templates are designed to cater to various needs, including web3 projects, NFT collections, SaaS companies, and memecoins. Whether you're looking for something edgy or professional, you'll find a template that suits your vision.
You can purchase a template or get one for free on Lemon Squeezy. After selecting a template, simply remix it to make it your own. Framer makes it easy to adjust layouts, components, and content, ensuring your site aligns with your brand identity.
Step 3: Customize Your Template
Now that you've chosen a template, it's time to make it truly yours. Framer provides a highly flexible canvas where you can update colors, fonts, images, and text with just a few clicks.
Key Panels to Use:
- Assets Panel (Left Sidebar): This is where you'll find all the components, text styles, and colors you need to customize your site.
- Layers Panel (Left Sidebar): Contains every breakpoint and its frames. You can easily select and edit these using the Settings panel on the right.
- Settings Panel (Right Sidebar): Allows for granular control over the selected elements, making it simple to adjust everything from padding to animations.
With these tools at your disposal, you can quickly tweak your template to match your brand's aesthetic, ensuring your website stands out.
Step 4: Pay for a Framer Subscription
Once you're satisfied with the look and feel of your website, it's time to pay for a Framer subscription. While you can preview your site for free, a paid subscription is required to connect your own domain and remove the “Made in Framer” badge from the bottom right corner of the screen.
Special Offer:
We're excited to offer you a 25% discount (3 months free) on the yearly Pro tier subscription with the discount code "partner25proyearly". This offer allows you to unlock all of Framer's features at a reduced cost.
Step 5: Finalize Your Site
Before hitting publish, there are a few final touches to ensure your site is ready for the world:
- Connect Your Domain: Linking your custom domain gives your site a professional appearance.
- Add a Favicon: A small but crucial detail, your favicon will appear in browser tabs and bookmarks.
- Optimize Site Description for SEO: Write a concise, keyword-rich site description to improve your site's visibility on search engines.
These steps are vital for making sure your site not only looks great but also performs well in search results.
Step 6: Hit Publish
Now that your website is customized and finalized, it's time for the moment of truth—publishing your site. Simply hit the Publish button, and your website will be live on your domain, ready to be shared with the world. Whether you're launching a new project, showcasing your portfolio, or introducing your business to potential customers, your site will present your work in a fresh, attractive light.
Conclusion
And there you have it—a fully functional, visually stunning website created in just one day with Framer templates. This guide is designed to get you online as quickly and efficiently as possible, even if you're completely new to Framer. However, if you want to delve deeper into website optimization for SEO, enhance site speed, add new sections or pages, or even start a new website from scratch, we're here to help. Feel free to contact us for more information and personalized support.
Happy building!
Author: Martin Hoffelder