Step-by-step Guide • 2025

create website page free

How to build a high-converting page for free — with SEO basics, content structure, images and checklist.

This practical guide walks you through creating a website page for free and optimising it to rank in Google. No developer needed — just follow the steps, use free tools, and launch a page that drives real enquiries.

$0
Cost to create the page (free tools)
1–2 hrs
Time to draft, optimise and publish
Mobile-first
Design for phones first — most visitors are mobile

Step-by-step: Create a website page free (practical)

This section gives a compact, actionable workflow you can complete in 60–120 minutes using free tools (GitHub Pages, Netlify, Google Sites, or your existing CMS). If you already have a site, apply these steps to add a new page.

1. Plan the page — one clear goal

  • Decide the primary action: call, form submission, booking or direction to store.
  • Pick a single focus per page (e.g., "Bathroom tap repair" or "Mobile car detailing near me").
  • Write a 1-sentence value proposition: who you help, what you do, and the benefit.

2. Quick keyword research (free)

Tools: Google Search, Google Autocomplete, AnswerThePublic, Google Keyword Planner (free with account), Keywords Everywhere (free trial).

  • Search your main idea in Google. Note autocomplete suggestions and "People also ask".
  • Pick one primary keyword (short phrase) and 3–6 supporting keywords (longer, localised or service variants).
  • Example: Primary = "shower screen repairs", Supporting = "shower screen repair near me", "shower glass replacement", "shower door scratch repair".

3. Write SEO-friendly content structure

Use headings and short paragraphs. Aim for 700–1,200 words for a service page but prioritize clarity over length.

  • URL: short and keyword-rich — /shower-screen-repairs
  • Title (H1): include the primary keyword near the start. Example: "Shower Screen Repairs — Fast, Local Service"
  • Intro (first 50–100 words): include the keyword and clear call-to-action
  • H2 sections: Services offered, Why choose us, Pricing or Typical costs, FAQs, Locations served
  • Use bullet lists for benefits and steps — they improve readability

4. Meta tags & basic schema (free SEO boost)

Meta tags help search engines understand and display your page in results.

  • Title tag (60–70 chars): include primary keyword and location if local. Example: Shower Screen Repairs | Sydney
  • Meta description (120–160 chars): benefit-driven, include keyword. Example: Fast shower screen repairs in Sydney. Same-week service, fixed pricing — call for a free quote.
  • H tags: only one H1, use H2/H3 for subheadings
  • Basic schema: add LocalBusiness or Service schema via JSON-LD (copy/paste). This helps rich results for local queries.

5. Images: source, optimize and add alt text

Images make pages convert. Use at least one hero image and 2–4 supporting photos.

  • Source: your photos first. If not available, use free sites (Unsplash, Pexels) but customise with your branding.
  • Optimize: resize to appropriate width (1200px for hero, 800px for content). Use WebP when possible.
  • Compression: use Squoosh or TinyPNG (free) to reduce file size under 200–300KB.
  • Alt text: descriptive and include keyword naturally, e.g., alt="technician repairing shower screen in Sydney".

6. Mobile & accessibility checks

  • View the page on a phone — the CTA should be visible without scrolling.
  • Text size: >=16px on mobile, buttons large enough to tap.
  • Colors: ensure contrast for readability (WCAG AA). Use semantic HTML for screen readers.

7. Local SEO and citations (if you serve a local area)

Local behaviours drive discovery for trades and services.

  • Create or claim Google Business Profile and add consistent NAP (name, address, phone).
  • Add structured LocalBusiness schema on your page with correct phone, opening hours and serviceArea.
  • Get listed on local directories (TrueLocal, Yellow Pages, local chamber) — keep details identical.

8. Add analytics and verify

  • Install Google Analytics 4 and Google Search Console (both free).
  • Submit your sitemap to Search Console and request indexing for the new URL.
  • Use Search Console to review which queries show your page and fix any crawl issues.

9. Publish checklist — final pre-launch tests

  • Title tag and meta description present and unique
  • One H1, logical H2/H3 structure
  • Image alt text and compressed files
  • Mobile test passed, CTA visible
  • GA4 + Search Console connected
  • Sitemap submitted and page requested for indexing

10. Measure, iterate and promote

  • Check Search Console impressions/clicks weekly for 4–8 weeks.
  • Improve pages with low CTR by editing title/meta to be more benefit-oriented.
  • Share the page in local Facebook groups, on Google Business posts, and in email signatures to begin generating traffic.

Free templates & quick examples

Service page template

Use this structure when creating a service page
H1: [Service name] — [Primary benefit]
Intro: 2–3 lines + CTA
H2: What we do
H2: Typical price / transparent info
H2: FAQs
H2: Where we serve + contact

Blog / How-to page

Good for SEO and long-tail traffic
H1: How to [solve problem] (2025 guide)
Intro + Featured image
H2: Step 1, Step 2, Step 3
H2: Tools needed
H2: Final tips + CTA

Local landing page

Target city + service
URL: /service-city
Title: Service in City | Fast & Local
Add LocalBusiness schema + map

Free tools we recommend

Google Search Console
Google Analytics 4
Google Sites / GitHub Pages / Netlify
Squoosh (image compression)
Unsplash / Pexels (images)
AnswerThePublic (content ideas)

Speed & accessibility: quick wins

Search and users reward fast, accessible pages. You can make big improvements quickly:

  • Enable lazy loading for below-the-fold images (native loading="lazy").
  • Use a CDN for assets; GitHub Pages and Netlify provide free CDN delivery.
  • Minify CSS/JS — most static hosts do this automatically when you deploy.
  • Prefer system fonts or a single web font weight to reduce payload.
  • Run Lighthouse or PageSpeed Insights and fix the top 3 issues first.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Keyword stuffing — write for users, not robots.
  • Huge, uncompressed images that slow loading times.
  • No clear CTA — visitors need a next step.
  • Ignoring mobile layout — check buttons and text sizes.
  • Missing analytics — you can't improve what you don't measure.

Frequently asked questions

Can I really publish a page for free?
Yes. Use Google Sites, GitHub Pages, or Netlify to host static pages without cost. If you have an existing CMS (WordPress, Wix), you can add a page there for free as well.
How long until the page appears in Google?
Once published, request indexing in Google Search Console. It often takes a few hours to a few days. For new domains it can take longer; promote the page to generate faster discovery.
Is free hosting reliable?
Free hosting from GitHub Pages, Netlify or Google Sites is reliable for many small businesses. For high-traffic sites or advanced features, consider low-cost managed hosting.

Want it built for you (fast)?

If you'd rather not spend time on DIY, Congero can build a professional, SEO-optimised page and get it live in under 24 hours. Start with a free demo or continue using the free workflow above.

Congero provides mobile-first, local SEO-ready pages for a flat monthly fee — unlimited updates, hosting and analytics included. No lock-in.

Printable checklist — ready to use

  • Primary keyword selected
  • URL created and short
  • H1 with keyword
  • Meta title & description added
  • Images compressed + alt text
  • Mobile tested and CTA visible
  • GA4 + Search Console installed
  • Schema: LocalBusiness or Service added
  • Sitemap submitted + indexing requested

Tip: Save this page and re-run the checklist after 30 days of live traffic to iterate on content and meta tags based on real queries.

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