{"id":91819,"date":"2023-08-18T08:40:41","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T08:40:41","guid":{"rendered":"\/tutorials\/?p=91819"},"modified":"2026-02-11T03:40:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T03:40:02","slug":"what-is-a-website-builder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/tutorials\/what-is-a-website-builder","title":{"rendered":"What is a website builder, how does it work, and how to choose the right one"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A website builder is an online platform that helps anyone easily create a website without coding, regardless of experience or skill. It&rsquo;s a useful tool for small businesses and individuals who want to establish an online presence quickly and efficiently.<\/p><p>Most website builders come with an intuitive drag-and-drop interface and pre-made templates. Some platforms also have AI builders that automatically create sites according to specified prompts.<\/p><p>Keep reading to learn more about how website builders work, their benefits and features, and how to pick one that meets your needs.<\/p><p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-website-builders-work\">How website builders work<\/h2><p>Most website builders are designed to be easy to use regardless of your technical skills. To <a href=\"\/tutorials\/how-to-make-a-website\">start building a website<\/a>, all you need is a web browser and a website builder account.<\/p><p>After setting up your account, the website builder will give you a <a href=\"\/website-templates\">selection of templates<\/a> to choose from. They usually come with a predefined color scheme, style, layout, and other elements that set the website&rsquo;s overall visual tone.<\/p><p>You can customize the templates to fit your preferences or work with a <a href=\"\/templates\/blank\">blank template<\/a> to design your website from scratch.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a429b9\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1153\" height=\"892\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/choose-template.png\/public\" alt=\"Hostinger Website Builder interface showing template selection screen with various layout options\" class=\"wp-image-113765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/choose-template.png\/w=1153,fit=scale-down 1153w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/choose-template.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/choose-template.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/choose-template.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/choose-template.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1153px) 100vw, 1153px\" \/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><p>More modern website builders use artificial intelligence (AI) to help you create a website. Simply describe the website you want to make, and the AI will create one based on your preferences.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a440e1\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"528\" height=\"717\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/site-creation-using-ai-ui.png\/public\" alt=\"A pop-up window for entering a website idea prompt to the builder's AI\" class=\"wp-image-113767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/site-creation-using-ai-ui.png\/w=528,fit=scale-down 528w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/site-creation-using-ai-ui.png\/w=221,fit=scale-down 221w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/site-creation-using-ai-ui.png\/w=110,fit=scale-down 110w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 528px) 100vw, 528px\" \/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><p>From here, you can modify the website by dragging and dropping various website elements, like headings, texts, and images, straight onto the page. This way, you can see and adjust the results as you go.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a45757\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"388\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/drag-and-drop-ui.gif\/public\" alt=\"An example of how dragging and dropping a button is done in Website Builder\" class=\"wp-image-113768\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-using-a-website-builder\">What are the benefits of using a website builder?<\/h2><p>Thanks to its many benefits, a website builder provides an approachable site creation experience. Let&rsquo;s have a look at some of them.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-code-free\">Code-free<\/h3><p>With a website builder, you don&rsquo;t have to deal with coding when making changes to your website. You can simply drag and drop website elements and interact with its various settings.<\/p><p>The only feature that requires code is code embedding, which is optional to use. It allows you to add third-party widgets and custom code to your website.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a46ccc\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2938\" height=\"1522\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/public\" alt=\"An example of embedding a Yelp customer review in the Hostinger Website Builder\" class=\"wp-image-113769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=2938,fit=scale-down 2938w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=1536,fit=scale-down 1536w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/customer-review-embed.png\/w=2048,fit=scale-down 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2938px) 100vw, 2938px\" \/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><p>For example, in Hostinger Website Builder, you can embed a customer reviews section from an external review site using the readily available code.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/reviews\/633060a0c17abd5d3c391af0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Easy-Website-Builder.png\/public\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Easy-Website-Builder.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Easy-Website-Builder.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Easy-Website-Builder.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Easy-Website-Builder.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-time-efficient\">Time-efficient<\/h3><p>Instead of creating a website from scratch, website builders save you time by offering pre-built templates. Most website builders provide hundreds to choose from, which you can then further customize to fit your website needs.<\/p><p>Some builders also integrate AI into the creation process. As an example, we asked our <a href=\"\/ai-website-builder\">AI Website Builder<\/a> to create an About Us page for a basket-weaving business.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a49655\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1274\" height=\"888\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/create-a-page-with-ai.png\/public\" alt='The \"create a page with AI\" window in the Website Builder' class=\"wp-image-113770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/create-a-page-with-ai.png\/w=1274,fit=scale-down 1274w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/create-a-page-with-ai.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/create-a-page-with-ai.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/create-a-page-with-ai.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/create-a-page-with-ai.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1274px) 100vw, 1274px\" \/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><p>In under a minute, it created an introductory page from the ground up that featured relevant headings, descriptions, images, and even a contact form. From here, we could also prompt the AI to create other individual sections and elements within the page.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a4aa9f\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1283\" height=\"1275\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/ai-created-basket-website.png\/public\" alt='AI-created page for a basket-weaving business with \"about\" and \"contact us\" sections' class=\"wp-image-113771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/ai-created-basket-website.png\/w=1283,fit=scale-down 1283w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/ai-created-basket-website.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/ai-created-basket-website.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/ai-created-basket-website.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/ai-created-basket-website.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1283px) 100vw, 1283px\" \/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-friendly\">User-friendly<\/h3><p>Most website builders use the What You See Is What You Get (WYSIWYG) approach. This means that you will see what your website will look like to visitors as you build it.<\/p><p>It also brings together all of the necessary tools to create a website without installing additional plugins or extensions. The <a href=\"\/tutorials\/ui-design\">user interface<\/a> offers everything from web elements to page management, visual settings, performance tools, and AI assistance.<\/p><p>Lastly, most builders ensure that your site is mobile-responsive by default, passing on the user-friendly experience to smartphone users.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-effective\">Cost-effective<\/h3><p>Builders generally come bundled with web hosting and domain registration services.<\/p><p>For instance, both the domain and web hosting are included in Hostinger&rsquo;s <a href=\"\/website-builder\">Premium Website Builder<\/a> plan, which starts at <strong>$2.99\/month<\/strong> and has a 30-day money-back guarantee.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a class=\"hgr-tutorials-cta hgr-tutorials-cta-website-builder\" href=\"\/website-builder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Website-Builder_in-text-banner.png\/public\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-100488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Website-Builder_in-text-banner.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Website-Builder_in-text-banner.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Website-Builder_in-text-banner.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Website-Builder_in-text-banner.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><p>Website builders also offer tools and functionality that would otherwise cost extra as standalone services. These include features like SEO analytics, social media and eCommerce integrations, and AI assistants.<\/p><p>Finally, website builders empower users to create websites on their own instead of hiring and relying on a professional.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-no-design-experience-is-needed\">No design experience is needed<\/h3><p>With a website builder, you don&rsquo;t need to be a professional or hire one to create a good-looking site. Website builders offer a wide range of templates and customization options to fit your desired look and feel.<\/p><p>For instance, Hostinger&nbsp; Website Builder offers <a href=\"\/website-templates\">150 designer-made website templates<\/a>. Each can be customized extensively, including its colors, fonts, and layouts.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context='{\"imageId\":\"69dfe90a4c573\"}' data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1586\" height=\"1204\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/public\" alt=\"4 of the 150 example templates offered in Website Builder\" class=\"wp-image-113772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/w=1586,fit=scale-down 1586w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/w=150,fit=scale-down 150w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/hostinger-templates.png\/w=1536,fit=scale-down 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1586px) 100vw, 1586px\" \/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure><\/div><p>Besides templates, you can also ask the website builder&rsquo;s AI for design ideas and solutions.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-low-maintenance\">Low maintenance<\/h3><p>Since the website builder takes care of web hosting and other technical aspects, you really only need to update the website&rsquo;s content. Even that comes easily, as you can simply log into the builder and edit the necessary elements.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-choose-the-right-website-builder\">How to choose the right website builder<\/h2><p>When <a href=\"\/tutorials\/how-to-choose-website-builder\">choosing a website builder<\/a>, it&rsquo;s important to consider the type of website you want to create. For instance, most builders allow you to create a simple business website, blog, or online store.<\/p><p>So, research each builder to learn more details before settling on an option.<\/p><p>To find the best website builder for you, consider these factors:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ease of use.<\/strong> Explore your options and see which builder seems most intuitive to you. This will help streamline the website-building process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Design flexibility.<\/strong> Look for a builder that offers a wide range of customizable templates. This way, you&rsquo;ll be sure to create a design that fits your brand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mobile responsiveness.<\/strong> Users are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/blog\/mobile-vs-desktop-usage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">three times more likely to visit your website<\/a> using a mobile device. So, find out if the builder offers mobile-friendly templates and layouts to ensure a smooth experience for smartphone users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SEO features.<\/strong> Check if the builder offers SEO tools. They help optimize your website for an enhanced user experience and a higher search results rank.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customer support.<\/strong> Read customer reviews on each builder&rsquo;s customer support team. A responsive customer support team will help you resolve issues quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pricing.<\/strong> Compare prices among website builders and what features they offer. Also, consider how additional costs, like web hosting and domain registration, will affect your bottom line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Possibility for testing<\/strong>. Some website builders offer free trials or a money-back guarantee period. Take advantage of them to test out the product. This will give you first-hand insights into how specific builders work and whether they suit your needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2><p>You don&rsquo;t have to be an expert in design and web development to build a website on your own.<\/p><p>The template-based, coding-free approach of a website builder and its intuitive drag-and-drop interface empower everyone, including beginners, to create a website in minutes.<\/p><p>The level of customization, functionality, and price offered by a website builder makes it a feasible option for individuals and small businesses looking to build a simple yet unique website.<\/p><p>After deciding what kind of website you&rsquo;d like to have, create a list of preferred website builders that can deliver what you need. Then, compare them based on ease of use, design flexibility, customer support, and pricing to choose the best online website builder for you.<\/p><p>If possible, test out several website builders before finally making your choice. <strong>Hostinger Website Builder<\/strong> offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, which is enough to get a good understanding of how the builder works and whether it can meet your website needs.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-website-builder-faq\">What is a website builder FAQ<\/h2><div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722509010994\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does a website builder do?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A website builder provides an intuitive, coding-free toolset for creating a website. It offers an array of customizable templates with drag-and-drop elements that empower individuals and small businesses to create an online presence.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722509017089\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Who can use a website builder?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Anyone can create a site using a website builder. They are designed to be accessible, especially for people with no coding or design experience. Most website builders come with all the essential features to get a website up and running quickly and painlessly.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722509025703\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the difference between a website designer and a website builder?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A website designer is a professional who specializes in crafting the look of websites. 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