During recent years technology has evolved a lot. Nowadays you can find step-by-step tutorials for almost everything and it gets easier and easier to use the Internet in ways you wouldn’t have expected before.
Let’s take website building as an example. Ten years ago everybody thought that only specialists can do it. This process is considered complicated, so people without knowledge and experience had to turn to web designers if they wanted to enjoy all the benefits of online promotion.
On the other hand, self-educators have been looking for tools or other online resources which allow them to build their own websites for free. Today, we have the possibility to create a website at home even if we don’t have experience in this area.
Website builders are not just for Pros
Most people who want to fully customize their website choose WordPress. However, you should know that there are free tools which give the same result for HTML5 platforms. These resources are easy to use and come with the same facilities: you can upload images, select your favourite layout, update content and others.
- IM Creator
This is the most user-friendly tool available for free site building. You have the possibility to start with the default template or choose your favourite. After a few clicks, you can type the content and start using your website.
- Site123
This tool is dedicated to beginners. Since it provides ready-made styles and customized layouts, you can easily design a website from scratch even if coding is not your educational background. Have a look at it!
- WIX
This is one of the most popular tools from the list. Millions of people are already using it. The first thing you have to do is click the Start now button, set up an account by using an email address and password. After registration is complete, you can start building your website.
- Breezi Nitrogen
When you use this tool, UI is very simple. The Try Me button is the first step towards writing content and designing your website.
- Doodlekit
Doodlekit seems to be the most professional free tool for HTML5 site building. It has almost all the features necessary for this process. Although it might take longer than in other cases, its use is not complicated. All you have to do is select your favourite template, edit some information, add content and customize the website. A Premium version is also available.
- Dunked
This website builder requires three steps:
- Choose a template;
- Edit content
- Customize design
- Jigsy
The coolest thing about this tool is that it comes with drag and drop features. As a result, design and customization are ”easy-breezy”.
- Webs
It has a user-friendly interface. You will find everything you need on a single page. Website creating is as easy as dragging and dropping items form the bottom bar and putting them everywhere you want.
- Strikingly
You can start by using your Facebook or usual email ID and password. Once you access it, you’ll start using one of the most appreciated HTML5 website builders. Every high-end tech magazine or website mentions this tool.
- WebEden
This HTML builder allows the user to build a website with 15 pages. If you want more, you’ll have to pay. The free version cannot be accessed on smartphones; it will on work on tablet.
- Cabanova
Cabanova has a good MS Word user interface, so the text customization is better than in any of the cases mentioned before. The coolest part about this tool is that you can add Google Analytics and other features which are available for paid versions to your website.
- Tripod
The tool comes with interesting add-ons and other features. The add-ons help the user bring extra design elements and functionality.
The last tool from the list is Zyro. You can start using it if you create an account. Look for more information on each and decide which one can work for you.
Henry Lares is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including Tech Crunch and the Huffington Post. In regards to academics, Henry earned an engineering degree from Apex Technical School. Henry has a passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.