How To Create A Free Website - with Free Domain & Hosting

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of creating a free website with a free domain and hosting. By following these steps, you'll be able to launch your site using WordPress and customize it to fit your needs.

Step 1: Launch Your Website

1. Create an Account on ProFreeHost

   • Visit ProFreeHost.
   • Click on "Sign Up" and fill in the required information to create your account.

2. Get Your Free Domain

   • After signing up, enter the desired name for your website to register your free domain.

Step 2: Build Your Website

1. Login to Your Website

   • Type /login after your site's address in the browser and press enter to access the login page.
   • Enter your credentials to log in.

2. Choose a Design for Your Website

   • Navigate to the WordPress dashboard.
   • Install the 'Astra' theme by searching for it in the themes section.
   • Click on 'Elementor' to access the page builder.

3. Edit the Contents of Your Website

   • Go to the page you want to edit and click "Edit with Elementor."
   • Click on the text or image you wish to change. You can alter the content directly.
   • To edit the header and footer, click on "Customize" to modify the logo or menu.

4. Add New Pages

   • Use the drag-and-drop feature in Elementor to add new elements.
   • Alternatively, utilize pre-made designs from the templates available.

Step 3: Acquire a .com Domain Name

1. Search for Your Domain

   • Visit GoDaddy through the provided link.
   • Search for your desired .com domain name.

2. Add to Cart and Purchase

   • Once you find an available domain, add it to your cart and complete the purchase.

Step 4: Connect Your Website to the New Domain

1. Add Your Domain to ProFreeHost

   • Log back into your ProFreeHost account.
   • Go to the "Parked Domain" section and enter your new domain name.

2. Add DNS Records to GoDaddy

   • Retrieve the DNS records provided by ProFreeHost.
   • Go to your GoDaddy account and add these records to link your domain to ProFreeHost.

3. Update Your WordPress Settings

   • In your WordPress dashboard, navigate to "Settings."
   • Replace the existing domain with the new domain you purchased.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you have successfully created a free website with a custom domain and hosting. You can now start customizing your site further and adding content. Consider exploring additional features and plugins in WordPress to enhance your website's functionality. Happy building!