This guide is about planning a new website from the first brief to a publishable site. It covers decisions to make before detailed editing; use the linked editor and template guides for those focused tasks.
1. Turn the project into a clear brief
Write down the audience, the purpose of the site, and the action you want visitors to take. A one-sentence brief keeps the project from expanding into pages or features that do not support its goal.
Next, list the pages the site needs. A simple business site may need a home page, service information, an about page, and a contact route. Let the actual project determine the list. For page hierarchy and navigation labels, use the separate website structure planning guide.
2. Gather the material each page needs
Collect accurate copy, images, links, and contact details. Mark what is ready and what still needs to be written, approved, or supplied. Confirm that each image is appropriate to use and each claim is current.
For each page, identify its main message and supporting information. This makes it easier to plan sections and prevents the design from relying on generic filler.
3. Build the site structure in Wio
Use Wio’s visual workflow to turn the brief and prepared content into pages. Plan the order of information so visitors can understand the offer and find the next step.
Keep this stage focused on creating the site structure and communicating the project clearly. For details on editing a single template or using the editor, continue to the editor overview or the template customization guide.
4. Prepare the site for launch
Review every page for missing content, consistency, navigation, and contact details. Ask another person to complete a simple task—such as finding a service or contacting you—and note where they hesitate.
When the site is ready, export it from Wio and publish it with a hosting provider you choose. Hosting and domain setup are separate steps. Follow the export guide for the publishing handoff.
