STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

business website setup

Everything small businesses need to plan, launch and optimise a professional website — fast, affordable and built for local search.

START A FREE 60‑SECOND DEMO
No technical skills • Free demo • $49/month all‑in
OVERVIEW

What does a complete business website setup include?

A full setup gets your business online with a professional, mobile-friendly site, domain, hosting, security, local SEO and the tools you need to convert visitors into customers — without the usual time and cost.

A proper business website setup covers planning, content, design, technical configuration and optimisation. For many small businesses this can include service pages, contact forms (or click-to-call), image galleries, customer reviews, map & location, and analytics to measure leads.

Core components

  • Domain name & DNS setup
  • Mobile-first design & hosting with SSL
  • Local SEO (meta, schema, GBP integration)
  • Analytics & conversion tracking
  • Unlimited content updates (text-in changes)
Business owner checking website on devices
WHY IT MATTERS

Why invest time in a proper website setup?

A good setup increases visibility in "near me" searches, improves trust with customers, and makes it easier to get and track enquiries — all critical for small service businesses.

Show Up Locally

Local SEO and consistent NAP (name, address, phone) help you appear in local map packs and capture nearby customers.

Convert More Leads

Clear service pages, call-to-action buttons and click-to-call functionality turn website visitors into calls and bookings.

Measure Results

Analytics and monthly reports show which pages drive leads so you can prioritise high‑ROI services.

PRE-LAUNCH

Business Website Setup Checklist

Make sure these essentials are ready before launch to speed up the setup and improve results.

  • 1
    Business details: Company name, phone, email, address, opening hours and service areas.
  • 2
    Primary services: Short descriptions of 3–6 core services, pricing ranges and unique selling points.
  • 3
    Visuals: Logo (SVG/PNG) and 5–10 high-quality photos of work, team or projects.
  • 4
    Domain: Decide to register a new domain or transfer an existing one (Congero includes domain registration in the plan).
  • 5
    Goal tracking: Identify your primary conversion (phone call, booking, quote request) so analytics can track it.
LAUNCH MY SITE IN 60 SECONDS

Free demo • No credit card required • Cancel anytime

PROCESS

6 Steps to Set Up Your Business Website

This practical workflow gets you from idea to a live, SEO-optimised site with minimal effort.

1. Start the Demo

Text "GO" to our WhatsApp bot or click the demo link to begin. No credit card required.

≈ 5 seconds

2. Provide Business Info

Answer 3–5 quick questions (business name, services, location, preferred colours).

≈ 1–2 minutes

3. AI Designs Your Site

AI generates a professional, mobile-first layout with images, copy and meta tags tailored to your trade.

Instant

4. Review & Request Changes

Text-in changes — swap photos, tweak copy, update prices — and see updates published quickly.

Minutes

5. Connect Your Domain

Register a free domain with the plan or connect your existing domain. SSL and hosting are included.

Few minutes

6. Monitor & Improve

Receive monthly analytics, track conversions and let the AI optimise meta and schema over time.

Ongoing
SEO STRATEGY

SEO Essentials for Business Websites

A website is only useful if customers can find it. These are the key SEO elements to get right at setup.

Meta Titles & Descriptions

Unique, keyword-rich titles and descriptions for each page. Include service + location for better local ranking.

Schema & Local Data

Structured data (LocalBusiness schema) helps search engines display rich results like business hours, reviews and contact details.

Image & Speed Optimisation

Compress images, add descriptive alt text, and keep page size small to improve load times — particularly on mobile.

Internal Linking

Link between related services and posts to help users navigate and distribute page authority.

Reviews & Trust Signals

Display customer reviews and certifications to increase conversion and local search credibility.

Analytics & Goals

Set up conversion tracking for calls, form submissions and bookings so you can measure ROI from day one.

Congero handles SEO for you

Our AI generates meta, schema and local SEO signals automatically so your business has the best chance to appear in local searches.

GET AN SEO-READY SITE
TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Setup Problems & Quick Fixes

Quick solutions to common issues you might encounter when launching a new business website.

Site not appearing in local search

Ensure your Google Business Profile is claimed and the NAP data on your site matches the GBP exactly.

Quick fix: Text us your correct address and we'll sync schema and GBP links.

Images look generic or wrong

Replace stock photos with your own images via WhatsApp and the AI will update them site-wide.

Quick fix: Send photos and note which pages to update.

Slow page speed on mobile

Large images, external scripts or tracking tags can slow pages. Compress images and limit third‑party scripts.

Quick fix: Ask Congero support to audit page speed and remove non-essential scripts.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about business website setup with Congero.

Your website preview is generated in under 60 seconds after you provide basic details. Domain connection and final checks usually take a few extra minutes.
Everything: hosting, SSL, domain registration (or transfer), unlimited updates, local SEO optimisation, and monthly analytics. No lock-in contracts.
Yes — simply text any update and our AI publishes it within minutes at no extra cost. Add services, change images, update pricing or adjust opening hours anytime.
No — search engines reward helpful, original content. Congero's AI crafts people-first copy tailored to your business, optimised for search and local intent.

Related Articles

Get Started Today

Enter your name and number and we'll get you started immediately. Get your demo in 60 seconds.

100% FREE Demo - We text once. No spam. No payment required.

BUILD MY WEBSITE NOW