Pick a domain name
Choose a web hosting provider
Select a website platform (website builder or CMS or custom development)
Decide on a site structure (pages and navigation)
Create the required pages (e.g., Home, About, Services/Products, Contact, Privacy Policy, Terms)
Design the layout (theme/template or custom design)
Create and optimize content (text, images, SEO keywords)
Set up essential technical settings (SSL/HTTPS, redirects, favicon)
Install/configure the platform and necessary plugins/modules
Configure performance basics (caching, image optimization, minification)
Set up analytics (Google Analytics or equivalent)
Create and submit an XML sitemap
Connect webmaster tools (Google Search Console or equivalent)
Set up email for the domain (optional but recommended)
Add forms and ensure they submit to the right inbox/CRM
Test the site (mobile, speed, broken links, forms, checkout if applicable)
Configure backups and security (updates, firewall/WAF if available)
Ensure accessibility and compliance needs (cookie consent, privacy, terms as applicable)
Publish the site
Verify DNS settings and domain pointing to the host
Monitor traffic, errors, and uptime
Plan ongoing updates (content, security patches, SEO improvements)