Solodoer Tutorials | Website Setup

Last Updated: Oct 29, 2025

All Articles

Tutorials

Solodoer Tutorials | Website Setup

Website Setup Tutorial

The Website app is your central hub for managing and launching your business website on Solodoer. It provides a comprehensive checklist to verify that all mandatory apps are properly configured and guides you through the website activation process.

Important: Setting up your Website is the final mandatory step to complete your Solodoer business website. This app should be configured after setting up your Domain, Content Sections, and Services.

What You'll Learn

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to:

Understand what the Website app is and why it's important
Access the Website app from your dashboard
Use the guided checklist to verify all mandatory apps
Activate your website for the first time
Set or update your website launch date and time
Monitor your website status and activity
Preview your live website
Troubleshoot common website issues

Understanding the Website App

What is the Website App?

The Website App is the central control panel for your Solodoer business website. It brings together all the components you've configured (Domain, Content Sections, Services, and more) into a functional, live website.

Why is the Website App Important?

Central Control - One place to manage your entire website
Guided Setup - Checklist ensures nothing is missed
Launch Management - Control when your website goes live
Status Monitoring - Track your website's current state
Quality Assurance - Verify all components before launch

Website Statuses Explained

Your website can have different statuses depending on your setup and plan validity:

ACTIVE:

Website is activated and fully functional
All content is visible to visitors
Your business website is online and accessible
Status remains active as long as your plan is valid

EXPIRED:

Your business plan validity has ended
Website is no longer accessible to visitors
Extend your plan in Manage Billing to reactivate
All your data is preserved and website will resume once plan is extended

Before You Begin

To complete this tutorial, you must have:

Completed the Domain Setup Tutorial - Your domain and email must be configured and verified
Completed the Content Sections Setup Tutorial - All four content sections must be created
Completed the Services Setup Tutorial - At least one service must be added
Access to your business dashboard at www.solodoer.com/dashboard

Important: The Website app will not allow you to activate your website until all three mandatory apps (Domain, Content Sections, and Services) are properly configured.

Accessing the Website App

To access the Website app:

Log in to your Solodoer Dashboard
Find your business card on the dashboard
Click the "Manage Apps" button on your business card
You'll be redirected to Manage Apps page
Click on the "Website" card to open the Website app
You'll be redirected to Website page

Understanding the Website Checklist

When you first access the Website app, you'll see the Website Checklist Card if your website hasn't been activated yet.

What is the Checklist?

The Website Checklist is a guided verification system that ensures all mandatory components are properly configured before you activate your website. It checks three critical apps:

Domain - Your custom domain and email setup
Content Sections - Your website's core content
Services - Your business offerings

How the Checklist Works

Each checklist item shows:

App Icon - Visual identifier for the app
App Name - The name of the app being checked
Status - Current configuration state

Status Indicators:

All Okay (Green checkmark):

The app is properly configured
All required fields are filled
DNS records are verified (for Domain app)
Content is ready for display

Not Okay (Red warning):

The app needs attention
Configuration is incomplete or missing
Click "Go to [App Name] App" to fix issues

Step 1: Reviewing the Checklist

Before activating your website, let's review the checklist to ensure everything is ready.

Access the Checklist

Go to the Website page
Look for the "Website Checklist" card
Review each of the three checklist items

Domain Checklist Item

What it checks:

Domain address is configured
Email address is configured and verified
DNS records are properly set up and verified

If "Not Okay" is shown:

Click the "Go to Domain App" button
Follow the Domain Setup Tutorial
Ensure email is verified (click "Verify Now" if needed)
Add all DNS records to your domain provider
Click "Verify DNS" to confirm records are correct
Return to Website app to check status

Common Domain Issues:

Email not verified - Check inbox for OTP code
DNS records not added - Log in to your domain provider
DNS not propagated - Wait 10-30 minutes and verify again

Content Sections Checklist Item

What it checks:

Hero Section is configured with at least 1 content slide
Who We Are section is filled out
Why Choose Us section is filled out
How We Work section has 3-10 process steps

If "Not Okay" is shown:

Click the "Go to Content Sections App" button
Follow the Content Sections Setup Tutorial
Click "Manage Section" to create or update content
Fill out all four required sections
Click "Save & Submit" when complete
Return to Website app to check status

Common Content Sections Issues:

Sections not created - Click "Manage Section" and fill out all sections
Missing required fields - Ensure all fields meet character requirements
No images uploaded - Add images to each section

Services Checklist Item

What it checks:

At least one service has been created
Service includes all required information
Service has associated FAQs (1-10 required)
Service has media images (primary + 1-10 gallery images)

If "Not Okay" is shown:

Click the "Go to Services App" button
Follow the Services Setup Tutorial
Click "Add Service" to create your first service
Fill out all required fields
Add at least 1 FAQ to the service
Upload primary media and gallery images
Click "Save & Submit" when complete
Return to Website app to check status

Common Services Issues:

No services created - Create at least one service
Missing FAQs - Create FAQs first in FAQ app, then link them
Missing media - Upload at least 1 primary image and 1 gallery image

Step 2: Activating Your Website

Once all three checklist items show "All Okay" (green checkmark), you're ready to activate your website!

Activate Website Button

Go to the Website page
Verify all checklist items show "All Okay"
Click the "Activate Website" button at the top of the page

What Happens When You Activate

When you click "Activate Website":

Website is Created - Solodoer generates your business website
Default Launch Date - Website goes live immediately with current date/time
Status Changes - Website status becomes "ACTIVE"
Website Info Card Appears - Replaces the checklist with website details
Preview Card Appears - Shows iframe preview of your live site

Congratulations! Your website is now live and accessible to visitors at your custom domain!

Step 3: Understanding Website Info Card

After activation, the Website Checklist Card is replaced by the Website Info Card showing your website details.

Website Info Card Fields

Website URL:

Your full website address (e.g., www.yourcompany.com)
Click the link to open your website in a new tab
This is the URL customers use to visit your site

Website Status:

ACTIVE - Website is live and fully functional
EXPIRED - Plan validity has ended, extend plan to reactivate website

Active Till:

The date and time until which your website remains active
Based on your business plan validity
Extend your plan in Manage Billing before it expires

Launch At:

The date and time when your website was activated or when you plan to officially launch
Records when you activated your website or your planned launch date
Can be updated at any time for planning and tracking purposes
Does not affect website accessibility (website remains active based on plan validity)

Example:

If your plan is valid until December 31, 2025 and today is December 15, 2025:

Website Status: ACTIVE
Active Till: December 31, 2025
Visitors see: Full website with all content

If your plan expired on December 31, 2025 and today is January 5, 2026:

Website Status: EXPIRED
Active Till: December 31, 2025 (past date)
Visitors: Cannot access website
Action needed: Extend plan in Manage Billing to reactivate

Step 4: Setting or Updating Launch Date

You can control when your website goes live by setting a launch date and time.

Why Set a Launch Date?

The launch date records when your website was activated or when you plan to officially announce it to customers. This helps you:

Build anticipation before your official launch
Give yourself time to prepare marketing materials
Announce your launch date to customers
Create excitement with a countdown timer
Make final preparations before going live

Update Launch Date & Time

Go to the Website page
Click the "Update Launch Date" button at the top
The "Update Launch Date & Time" dialog will open

Fill Out Launch Details

Launch Date:

Click the date picker field
A calendar will appear
Select your desired launch date
You can only select dates from today onwards (no past dates)

Launch Time:

After selecting a date, the time dropdown becomes available
Click the time dropdown
Select your desired launch time from the list
Times are shown in 30-minute intervals (e.g., 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM)
Times are displayed in your local timezone

Example:

If you want to launch on November 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM:

Select "November 15, 2025" from the date picker
Select "10:00 AM" from the time dropdown
Click "Save & Update"

Save Launch Date

After selecting both date and time, click "Save & Update" button
Your launch date will be updated
The dialog will close
Website Info Card will show the new launch date

Understanding Launch Date

The launch date is primarily for your own record-keeping and planning purposes:

When Website is Activated:

Website Status becomes ACTIVE
Launch date is set to current date/time by default
Visitors immediately see your full website with:
- All content sections
- All services
- FAQs
- Contact form
- Everything you configured

Updating Launch Date:

You can update the launch date to any future date/time for planning purposes
This helps you track when you plan to officially announce or promote your website
The website remains ACTIVE and fully accessible regardless of launch date
Update it as many times as needed for your planning

Important: Unlike plan validity (Active Till), the launch date does not control website accessibility. Your website remains active as long as your plan is valid.

Step 5: Previewing Your Website

After activation, you can preview your live website directly from the Website app.

Preview Website Card

The Preview Website Card shows an embedded iframe displaying your actual website.

Features:

Live Preview - Shows your website exactly as visitors see it
Responsive View - Preview adjusts to the card size
Interactive - You can click links and navigate (within the iframe)
Real-Time - Updates immediately when you make changes to your site

View Full Website

To see your website in full size:

Click the Website URL link in the Website Info Card
Your website opens in a new browser tab
Test all functionality:
- Navigation links
- Contact forms
- Service pages
- Content sections
- FAQ sections
- Mobile responsiveness

Testing Checklist:

All content displays correctly
Images load properly
Links work as expected
Contact form can be submitted
Social media icons link correctly
Mobile view looks good (resize browser window)
Logo and branding appear correctly
Services are displayed with proper information

Best Practices

Before Launching

Content Review:

Proofread all text for spelling and grammar
Check that all images display correctly
Verify contact information is accurate
Test all social media links
Ensure service descriptions are compelling
Review FAQ answers for completeness

Technical Check:

Verify DNS records are all okay (green checkmark)
Confirm email is verified
Test contact form by submitting a test inquiry
Check website on different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile)
Test in different browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)

Launch Timing:

Choose a launch date that gives you time to prepare
Announce your launch on social media
Send emails to existing contacts
Consider launching on a Monday or Tuesday for maximum visibility
Avoid launching on holidays or weekends

After Launching

Regular Maintenance:

Check website weekly to ensure it's loading properly
Update services and content as your business evolves
Add new FAQs based on customer questions
Refresh images periodically
Monitor your plan validity in Manage Billing

Content Updates:

Add new services when available
Update pricing when it changes
Refresh content sections every 3-6 months
Add recent projects or testimonials (if using those apps)
Keep contact information current

Performance Monitoring:

Use the preview to check website appearance
Test contact forms regularly
Ensure all links still work
Monitor customer feedback about website usability

SEO and Marketing

On-Site SEO:

Use relevant keywords in your service descriptions
Include your location in content if you're a local business
Keep titles and descriptions compelling
Update content regularly to stay relevant

Off-Site Promotion:

Share your website URL on all social media platforms
Add website to Google Business Profile
Include URL in email signatures
Add to business cards and marketing materials
Submit to relevant directories

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Issue: Cannot Activate Website

Error Message: No activate button appears or checklist items show "Not Okay"

Solutions:

Review each checklist item in the Website Checklist Card
Fix any "Not Okay" items by clicking "Go to [App Name] App"
Domain Issues:
- Verify email if status shows "Not Verified"
- Add DNS records to your domain provider
- Wait 10-30 minutes for DNS propagation
- Click "Verify DNS" to recheck
Content Sections Issues:
- Click "Manage Section" in Content Sections app
- Fill out all four sections completely
- Upload images for each section
- Click "Save & Submit"
Services Issues:
- Create at least one service in Services app
- Link 1-10 FAQs to the service (create FAQs first if needed)
- Upload primary media and 1-10 gallery images
- Click "Save & Submit"
Return to Website app and verify all checklist items show "All Okay"

Issue: Website Not Loading at Domain

Error: Website URL shows error or doesn't load

Solutions:

Check DNS Records:
- Go to Domain App
- Verify DNS Record Status shows "All Okay"
- If "Not Okay", click "Verify DNS"
- If still not okay, review DNS records in your domain provider
DNS Propagation:
- DNS changes can take 5 minutes to 48 hours
- Wait longer and try again
- Clear browser cache or use incognito mode
Check Website Status:
- Go to Website App
- Ensure Website Status is ACTIVE (not EXPIRED)
- If you see a checklist instead of website info, website hasn't been activated yet
Check Plan Validity:
- Go to Manage Billing
- Ensure your plan hasn't expired
- If expired, extend validity to reactivate website

Issue: Website Status Shows "EXPIRED"

Error: Website status shows EXPIRED and website is not accessible

Solutions:

Go to Manage Billing
Check your Plan Summary card
If "Valid Until" date is in the past, your plan has expired
Click "Extend Validity" button
Select a plan (3 months, 6 months, or 12 months)
Complete payment through Razorpay
Your website will automatically reactivate once payment is successful
Website Status will change back to ACTIVE

Issue: Old Content Still Showing on Website

Error: Updated content not appearing on live website

Solutions:

Browser Cache:
- Clear your browser cache and cookies
- Try viewing in incognito/private mode
- Press Ctrl+Shift+R (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+R (Mac) to hard refresh
Wait for Updates:
- Content updates can take 1-5 minutes to propagate
- Wait a few minutes and refresh the page
Verify Updates Were Saved:
- Go to the respective app (Content Sections, Services, etc.)
- Confirm your changes are showing in the app
- If not, edit and click "Save & Submit" again
Check Different Device:
- Try viewing on a different device or network
- This helps confirm if it's a caching issue

Issue: Cannot Update Launch Date

Error: Date picker or time dropdown not working

Solutions:

Date Picker Not Opening:
- Ensure you clicked on the date field
- Try a different browser
- Clear browser cache
Time Dropdown Empty:
- Make sure you selected a date first
- Time options only appear after date is selected
- Refresh the page and try again
Cannot Select Past Dates:
- This is intentional - you can only select today or future dates
- Select today's date if you want to update to current time
Save Button Not Working:
- Ensure both date AND time are selected
- Check for error messages under the fields
- Try closing and reopening the dialog

Issue: Preview Not Showing Website

Error: Preview Website Card is blank or not loading

Solutions:

Wait for Loading:
- Website preview can take 5-10 seconds to load
- Look for a loading indicator
Website Not Activated:
- Preview only works after website is activated
- Complete checklist and click "Activate Website" first
DNS Issues:
- Ensure DNS records are verified in Domain app
- If DNS is "Not Okay", preview won't work
Browser Restrictions:
- Some browsers block iframes
- Try a different browser
- Click the Website URL to view in full tab instead
Refresh Page:
- Refresh the Website app page
- Preview should reload and display

Next Steps

Congratulations! You've successfully completed the mandatory app setup and activated your Solodoer business website.

Your Website is Live!

Your business website is now accessible to customers at your custom domain. Here's what you've accomplished:

Configured your custom domain and professional email
Created engaging content sections telling your business story
Added services showcasing what you offer
Activated your website and made it live

Continue Enhancing Your Website

Now that the mandatory apps are complete, consider adding these optional apps to provide even more value to your customers:

Optional Apps to Explore:

FAQ Tutorial - Add more general FAQs to your website
Clients Tutorial - Manage customer information from contact form submissions
Projects Tutorial - Showcase your portfolio and completed work
Testimonials Tutorial - Display customer reviews and build trust
Appointments Tutorial - Let customers schedule appointments online
Client Appointments Tutorial - Manage appointment details for individual clients
Asset Manager Tutorial - Organize all your media files in one place

Marketing Your Website

Promote Your Website:

Share your website URL on social media platforms
Add your website to your email signature
Update your business profiles with your new website
Submit your site to search engines (Google, Bing)
Add website URL to business cards and marketing materials

SEO Optimization:

Regularly update your content to stay relevant
Use relevant keywords in your service descriptions
Keep your website content fresh and engaging
Monitor which services get the most interest

Maintain Your Website

Regular Tasks:

Weekly: Check that website is loading properly and content is displaying correctly
Monthly: Update services, pricing, or content as needed
Quarterly: Review and refresh content sections, add new services or FAQs
Before Plan Expiry: Extend your plan validity in Manage Billing

Additional Resources

Getting Started Guide - Complete overview of Solodoer
Domain Setup Tutorial - Configure your domain and email
Content Sections Tutorial - Manage your website content
Services Tutorial - Update your service offerings

Need Help?

If you're having trouble with Website setup or have questions:

Contact Us: www.solodoer.com/contact-us
Help Tutorials: View all tutorials

Our support team is here to help you succeed!

Thank you for choosing Solodoer! Your business website is now live and ready to help you reach more customers and grow your business. We're excited to see what you build!

Next Tutorial: Clients Setup