The YouTube video transcript outlines a step-by-step guide to creating a WordPress website using AI technology. It covers obtaining a free domain name and web hosting through Hostinger, installing WordPress, and utilizing the ZipWP plugin (or Starter Templates) for AI-powered website building.
The tutorial demonstrates how to customize the website’s design, content, and features, including integrating royalty-free images, sales funnels, and live chat. It additionally references integrating third party services such as Google Analytics, WooCommerce, and ConvertKit. The presenter highlights the ease of use and time-saving benefits of using AI for website creation, alongside other WordPress related tutorials.
Creating a Website with WordPress and AI
Creating a website is now easier than ever, thanks to tools like WordPress and AI. WordPress, a free and powerful website builder, powers over 43% of all websites globally. This tutorial will guide you through creating a website using WordPress and AI, covering everything from domain names to adjusting the website’s look and feel.
The process involves obtaining a free domain name, installing WordPress, and using a free starter templates plugin. You’ll then describe the website you want to create and enhance this description using AI. Royalty-free images can be chosen from a large library, or you can upload your own. Based on this information, you can select a website layout and adjust its appearance, choosing colors and adding features like a sales funnel or live chat.
The AI will generate the website within 60 seconds, and you can fine-tune it by adjusting colors, text, and images. This free tool allows you to create a website in about an hour. The tutorial includes timestamps in the description for easy navigation, and you can adjust the playback speed in YouTube settings.
Obtaining a Free Domain Name and Web Hosting
The first step is to get a free domain name and web hosting. A domain name is your website’s address, while web hosting is a computer that stores your website’s files and content. With both, your website becomes visible on the internet. If you already have a domain and web hosting, you can migrate your current website or skip directly to creating a website with AI.
For those needing a domain name and web hosting, webhosting46.com redirects to Hostinger. Hostinger is recommended for its top-notch quality and affordability. Reviews on Trustpilot show excitement about Hostinger, and Google Trends indicate its increasing popularity in the web hosting industry.
Hostinger offers three plans, with the business plan being a good starting point. The business plan includes up to 100 websites, easy WordPress installation, 200GB of NVMe storage, a free domain, and a free automatic migration tool. It also provides free email, SSL, daily backups, CDN, and domain privacy. The domain privacy feature hides your personal information, preventing unwanted solicitations. Hostinger offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, making it risk-free.
Selecting a Hostinger Plan and Payment
To choose a plan, click on “choose plan” and select a duration. Longer periods offer more discounts, such as $3.59 per month for four years with the Ferdy coupon code. A 12-month plan costs $4.49 per month, including a free domain name for the first year. For a 12-month plan, the total cost is $53.89 for the first year after taxes.
Hostinger provides various local payment methods. To proceed, select the desired hosting period, create an account with your email and password, and choose a payment method. Credit card details are optional, and you can submit the payment securely.
After payment, you’ll be redirected to the control panel to choose a free domain and install WordPress. Indicate whether the website is for yourself or your business and if you want to create or migrate a website. Since we’re creating a new website, select “create a website”.
Installing WordPress on Hostinger
To install WordPress, skip the other tools and select WordPress. Choose a domain name for your website; since you get one for free, pick your desired domain. Select whether the domain is for personal use or a company and finish the registration. Specify the target audience’s location, such as the United States or Europe.
The domain registration process can take a few minutes to 24 hours. Hostinger provides a temporary domain for working on the website while waiting. Once the domain is live (usually within five minutes), check the SSL security to ensure it is active.
Next, install WordPress by going to the website section and clicking “install WordPress”. Give your website a title, administrative email, username, and password. It’s best to install WordPress on the main domain. Choose the site language and click install. Ensure that “force HTTPS” is turned on. You will then be redirected to your new website’s backend.
Navigating the WordPress Backend
The backend of WordPress is where you adjust your website. The frontend is what visitors see. A bar at the top, visible only when logged in, allows you to switch between the frontend and backend.
In the backend, you can create blog posts, add media, create pages, moderate comments, change the website’s look with themes, and add functionalities with plugins. You can also add other users and adjust settings. To configure your website efficiently, dismiss unnecessary messages and clean up the dashboard by unchecking everything in the screen options.
Install Google Analytics to track website visitors and sales. Improve the look of your blog post links by changing the permalinks in settings to “post name”. Edit your profile to fill in your first and last name and change the display name publicly. You can also add a profile picture via Gravatar using the same email address as your website.
Cleaning Up and Configuring WordPress
You can change the color scheme of the backend in your profile settings. To start with a clean slate, delete all existing posts and plugins. Go to posts, select all, move to trash, and then empty the trash. Deactivate and delete all plugins.
In settings, under general, ensure the WordPress URL includes “HTTPS”. Change the site language and time zone. For example, select Amsterdam for the Netherlands time zone. Customize the day and time format to your preference.
The tool ZipWP can be used to create WordPress websites. Alternatively, in your WordPress dashboard, go to plugins, add new, and search for “starter templates”. Install and activate the plugin from Brainstorm Force. Choose to build your website with the AI website builder and get started for free.
Using the AI Website Builder
Sign up with your email or Google account to connect ZipWP with your website. Fill in the name and title of your website. Specify the website’s purpose, such as a spa or massage service, and select the website language. Describe your website and company, including the who, what, and where. For instance: “We are a massage and spa clinic based in Amsterdam, founded in 1997, offering massages”.
Improve the description using AI for a better text. Fill in your email address, phone number, and address for contact information. Add social media links, such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Choose images from the library or upload your own to use. High-quality images can be found on iStock.
Select files from your computer, ensuring they have relevant keywords for better search results. Choose from various website designs, keeping in mind that premium options are also available. Select a design you like to see how it looks. You can change the colors, opting for a dark or light website style. Upload a logo and customize its placement.
Finalizing and Enhancing the Website
Consider additional features like a sales funnel or free live chat. Click “start building” to generate your website. The AI creates text based on the provided information, offering a homepage, about page, and blog.
To adjust the website, use the point-and-click interface. Change images, duplicate sections, and add content. Use AI to fix grammar and shorten text. Modify background images and adjust the overlay for a better look. Create new blog posts by adding a title and using AI to generate content. Set a featured image and publish the post.
To add a booking system, go to plugins, add new, and search for booking system plugins. For changing fonts and colors, use the customizer. Go to global, then colors, and select a color palette. Change the main colors and adjust them as needed. Modify the body font and line height in typography settings.
Customizing the Website’s Appearance
To change the background image on the homepage, edit the page and go to the style settings of the container. Adjust the image overlay and attachment settings to create a visually appealing effect. For containers with multiple elements, adjust the container’s style to ensure proper alignment.
Experiment with overlay types and colors to enhance the look. To change the WordPress logo (favicon), go to the customizer and select site identity. Upload a site icon and publish the changes. Ensure the background is consistent across all pages and adjust content as needed.
A call to action, such as a button, is essential for guiding visitors. Add a contact form or link to the contact page. While basic forms are limited, you can integrate tools like Latepoint for advanced booking systems. Latepoint allows visitors to book appointments by selecting services, staff, and time slots. Create tutorials on tools like RankMath or Yoast SEO to improve your website’s ranking. You can also learn how to build a webshop using WooCommerce. Tutorials are available on creating an email list with ConvertKit and making money with affiliate marketing. An in-depth tutorial about WP-Zip, the AI-powered website builder, will provide further details on pro features. A tutorial will be made about Latepoint.