Start a Website for Your Coffee Shop: The Easy Way
The Super-Easy Way to Start a Website for Your Coffee Shop
If you are opening a coffee shop, you already know that having an online presence will be super important to your business.
Setting up a website for your coffee shop will help your customers find you to learn more about your coffee shop, menu, and personal story. Your website is an integral part of your marketing effort.
By starting a coffee shop website, you will share with your customers:
- Your Location(s)
- Hours of Operation
- Develop Menu
- Drink Specials
- News and Events
- Hiring Announcements
Additionally, having a coffee shop website will:
- Share Your Story
- Reinforce Your Brand
- Combat Negative Online Reviews
The great news is that it’s easier than ever to set up your coffee shop’s website!
If you are feeling nervous about creating your own … don’t worry! Nowadays, you don’t have to be a “computer techie” to create a great looking website all by yourself.
To set up your website, you’re going to need a few basic things, including a web hosting account, your domain name, WordPress software (don’t worry, it’s free!), and a website theme. We’ll explain this in greater detail below.
The following step-by-step guide will help you set up your website in under an hour. I would give yourself 45 minutes to read and set up your website.
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Your Coffee Shop Website Is Easier Than Ever To Setup
45 Minutes.
That's all it takes to set up your website! By following the next steps, you will be on your way to having your coffee shop website within 45 minutes from start to finish. That's right! Just 45 minutes!
There is no need to pay a website developer hundreds of thousands of dollars when you can set up your coffee shop's website yourself, with just the basic expenses.
Alright, let's get started!
Step #1 is choosing an affordable Web Hosting Package.
A web hosting package stores the “guts” of your website and makes your website accessible to everyone online. Your website cannot be reached without being hosted on the web through a service provider.
Weebly is among the top web hosting companies online. In my experience, is fast, dependable, secure, and among the most affordable website hosting companies.
They make it easy to set up your website in minutes, and they have excellent support staff available 24/7 by phone or chat.
Step #2 is to select a website hosting plan.
For just about one “tall latte” a month, you can host your website securely and easily.
Weebly has flexible and affordable packages that are easy to maintain and set up.
To save money, consider getting the 36-month hosting package, or… if you are simply “testing the waters,” click the 12-month option.
Website hosting plans start at about $3.95 a month.
Skip all the extra add-ons except the privacy option. By selecting to keep your information private, you can be sure that your personal name and address remain secure and out of the public eye.
Not having the whole world know where you live and your phone number can be appealing. Therefore, I certainly recommend getting privacy for your domain. This additional privacy feature will probably add about $7 to $9 to the annual cost, but it's definitely worth it.
Step #3 is choosing your domain name.
You will want to choose your website's name (or web address) that matches your coffee business.
You can actually do this while you are ordering your website hosting package with a hosting provider.
In fact, if you don’t already have your domain, A hosting provider will provide you with a free domain name when you get your hosting package with them (Be sure to check with them for other web hosting specials).
If you can't register the exact name you're looking for, remember to make your domain name as similar as you can while making it clear, easy to spell, and memorable!
Already have a domain name?
If you already have a domain name registered, that’s great!
Weebly makes it super easy to add-on your current domain name with their hosting service once you order it.
You will need to go to the domain registrar to have your domain name registered (such as GoDaddy) and log in to your account. Then…select your domain on your dashboard, and then go to your “DNS Settings” tab.
Next, change the DNS server's settings.
Step 4 is filling out your account information. With Weebly, you can feel confident that your information is safe and secure.
Step #5 is paying for your hosting service.
Provide your payment information over their secure payment system. It's safe, easy, and affordable compared to other web hosting plans.
Step #6 is to create your password and login into your new account!
The provider will send you an email confirmation of your password.
Step #7 is to pick your website's theme.
This is the fun part! The hosting provider allows you to pick a theme to create the “look and feel” of your website.
You have plenty of themes to choose from. Many themes are free, while other themes you will have to pay for. Don’t worry. You can pick something free and basic for now – and always change the theme later.
If you want to look at other additional premium themes for your coffee shop, consider visiting ThemeForest.
In the meantime, let's continue to focus on building your website!
Step #8: walkthrough your settings!
The provider will walk you through the dashboard and settings.
All you have to do is select the Blue “Start Building” button.
Next, you will find yourself at the “Welcome to WordPress” section. You're almost done! When you arrive there, select the Blue “Business” Button and follow the prompts.
Step #10 is where you get to show off!
You will need to add/create your content. The hosting provider and WordPress make it easy to upload your content, such as pictures, graphics, and text.
Take a swing at it! Create your first blog post, or write your “About Page” for your company. Familiarize yourself with the left-hand dashboard menu. Have fun and explore!
Step #11 is launching your website!
It is really that easy! Even if you have never created a website before, your personal or business website will be up and running after you launch.
Step #12 is to click submit and launch your new coffee shop website!
Are You Ready to Start a Website for Your Coffee Shop?
If so, it's time to get started! Visit and get your coffee shop website up and running within an hour. If you need help, email us.
Take the First Step…
We Also Recommend Reading:
How to Start an Online Coffee Business
* The information on this page is for educational purposes only. We do not offer legal advice.
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