How to Build a No-Code Website (Custom Domain & Hosting) Using Framer | Ali Sola

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While I don't have access to a specific tutorial by Ali Solanki, I can provide a comprehensive guide on how to build a no-code website using Framer, including custom domain and hosting, based on the platform's standard features and documentation.

Framer is a powerful no-code website builder that has gained popularity for its design flexibility and performance. It's a great choice for designers and creators who want to build a custom, visually stunning website without writing any code.

Step 1: Design Your Website in Framer
Framer operates on a visual canvas, similar to design tools like Figma.

Start a new project: You can begin with a blank canvas or choose from one of Framer's many free templates. Templates are an excellent way to get started quickly and see how the platform works.

Use the visual editor: The drag-and-drop interface allows you to add and arrange various elements like text boxes, images, buttons, and sections.

Design for responsiveness: A key feature of Framer is its ability to handle responsive design. You can easily adjust your layout for different screen sizes (desktop, tablet, and mobile) to ensure your site looks great on any device.

Add animations and interactions: Framer makes it simple to add animations, hover effects, and other interactions to make your site more dynamic and engaging.

Step 2: Hosting and Publishing Your Site
Framer provides built-in hosting, which means you don't need to worry about external hosting providers. The platform's hosting is optimized for speed and performance.

Publish your project: Once you're happy with your design, click the "Publish" button in the top-right corner of the Framer interface.

Use the free Framer subdomain: By default, Framer will give you a free subdomain (e.g., yourname.framer.website). This is great for testing and sharing your site with others.

Step 3: Connect a Custom Domain
To give your website a professional and branded look, you'll want to connect a custom domain (e.g., yourwebsite.com). This requires a paid Framer plan.

Purchase a domain: If you don't already have one, buy a custom domain from a domain registrar like GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare, or Google Domains.

Go to your Framer project settings: In your Framer project, navigate to "Site Settings" and then the "Domains" tab.

Connect a domain you own: Select the option to "Connect a domain you own" and enter your domain name.

Update your DNS records: Framer will provide you with specific DNS records (A Records and a CNAME record). You'll need to log into your domain registrar's account and update the DNS settings to match the records provided by Framer.

A Records: You will typically be given two A records with specific IP addresses to point to Framer's servers.

CNAME Record: A CNAME record is usually used to redirect the "www" version of your domain (e.g., www.yourwebsite.com) to your Framer site.

Wait for propagation: After updating the DNS records, it can take some time (usually a few hours, but sometimes up to 48 hours) for the changes to propagate across the internet. Framer's dashboard will show you the connection status, so you can see when your domain is live.

Key Benefits of Using Framer for No-Code Websites
No coding required: Framer is a true no-code platform, allowing you to create a professional website with a visual editor.

Built-in hosting: You don't need to manage a separate hosting account. Framer's hosting is fast, reliable, and includes automatic SSL certificates for security.

Full creative control: Unlike some template-based builders, Framer offers a flexible canvas that gives you a high degree of design freedom.

Optimized for performance and SEO: Framer automatically optimizes your website's performance and includes built-in SEO tools to help you rank on search engines.

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