Where Can I Design My Website? Here's What You Actually Need to Know
Where to Design Your Website: The Best Tools and Platforms for Beginners
Let me guess... you've been Googling "Where can I design my website?" for hours, bouncing between ads and techy tutorials, and now your brain feels like it’s swimming in code and jargon. I get it. As a web designer and fellow mama juggling a lot, I’ve seen how overwhelming the process can be. The truth is... it doesn’t have to be. If you're a business owner (especially one growing a side hustle into something real), the right tools are out there... and I’ve already done the research so you don’t have to. Let’s walk through what actually works and what I recommend to all my clients.
Summary: If you're wondering where to design your website, start with a platform like Squarespace for ease and flexibility. Use free tools like the Google Squarespace ID Finder, Ghost Plugins, and resources from Paige Brunton and Big Cat Creative to help you DIY with confidence. And when you're ready to take your website from “good enough” to “this is exactly what I needed,” reach out to Bear Design Company... I’ve got you.
So... Where Can You Design Your Website?
There are a ton of platforms out there, but Squarespace is my top pick for most service-based businesses, creatives, and small shops.
Here's why:
It’s easy to use (drag, drop, done)
No need to hire a developer to make basic edits
Mobile-responsive templates are built in
It has beautiful, modern design options that don’t look DIY
SEO tools are baked right in
If you're running a larger ecommerce store, Shopify might be the better choice. It’s more advanced and takes a little more patience, but it’s excellent for scaling product-based businesses.
Free Tools That Help You Design Like a Pro
Even if you're going the DIY route, you don’t have to do it alone. These free tools and resources will help you get the job done beautifully.
1. Google Squarespace ID Finder
Need to figure out which Squarespace template someone is using so you can find one with the same vibe? This free tool is a quick shortcut. Just enter the site and it’ll tell you.
2. Ghost Plugins
If you want to add features that aren’t built into Squarespace, Ghost Plugins offers custom add-ons that are super user-friendly. Think Instagram feeds that actually match your site or fun scrolling effects.
3. Paige Brunton
She's one of the OGs of DIY Squarespace education. Her blog and YouTube tutorials are gold for beginners who want to get their site off the ground without pulling out all their hair.
4. Big Cat Creative
Another amazing resource for Squarespace site templates and trainings, they even have code snippets to bring your website up a notch. If you want a solid foundation and a site that looks polished without starting from scratch, check them out.
When You’re Ready for a Pro Touch
You can absolutely start your site yourself... but if you're feeling stuck or you’re craving a design that reflects how serious your business has become, that’s where I come in.
At Bear Design Company, I offer custom website design services and even a Website in a Week package for women who want a beautifully strategic site without a months-long process. I design exclusively in Squarespace, and I create every site to feel like a true extension of your brand... not just a placeholder online.
