Building a website sounds like a big project. Hosting, code, design decisions — it can feel overwhelming. The truth is, you don’t need any of that to get started.

With Carrd, you can create a personal website in just a few hours. No coding required, no steep learning curve. Just a clear layout, your content, and a publish button.

Here’s how to get a simple, professional-looking site live today.

Step 1: Decide What Your Website Is For

Before you dive into Carrd, think about your goal.

Do you want:

• A personal hub to link out to your socials

• A portfolio to show your work

• A resume-style page for job opportunities

• A landing page for a project or idea

Pick one focus. Keeping it simple will make your site feel clear and useful.

Step 2: Choose a Template

Carrd has a library of starter templates. They cover most basic needs and are easy to customize.

• If you need a link-in-bio style site, pick something mobile-friendly and minimal.

• If you want a portfolio, look for a design with room for images or project cards.

• If your focus is a resume or personal intro, keep it clean with space for text.

Step 3: Add the Essentials

Open your template in Carrd and start filling in the basics.

1. Add your name and a short tagline.

   • Example: “Hi, I’m Benio. I design templates that help people work and share better.”

2. Upload a photo or logo.

3. Pick your colors and fonts. Stick with two fonts and a simple color palette.

Keep things light. White space makes a site look calm and professional.

Step 4: Add Links and Content

This is where your site takes shape.

• Add the most important links — portfolio, socials, shop, or contact.

• Write a short bio. One or two sentences are enough.

• If you want, include extras like a contact form or a “featured work” section.

People skim, so write in short lines and make key points easy to see.

Step 5: Preview and Test

Check how your site looks on both desktop and mobile.

Does the layout feel balanced? Are the links working? Is the text easy to read?

Carrd makes adjustments quick. Move things around until it feels right.

Step 6: Publish Your Site

When you’re ready, hit publish.

• The free plan gives you a Carrd subdomain (like yoursite.carrd.co).

• If you want your own domain (like yourname.com), you’ll need Carrd Pro. It’s affordable and adds extra features.

Either way, you’ll have a live site in minutes.

Done in an Afternoon

That’s it. You now have a personal website, built in less time than it takes to binge a show.

The nice thing is, your site doesn’t have to be perfect today. You can keep updating it as your work or goals change.

If you’d like a shortcut, I’ve made Carrd templates that are ready to customize. Each one comes with a free video tutorial so you can follow along step by step.

Browse Carrd Templates