Getting Started With WordPress

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Using WordPress to create your online portfolio is pretty straightforward. If you already have an account with WordPress.com, consider switching (or at least adding a new site) to the self-hosted WordPress.org – it’s far more versatile in terms of customization, and you’ll have far greater control over how your site looks and works.

Even if you’re completely new to WordPress, we recommend starting out with self-hosting. There is a small monthly hosting fee and an annual domain registration fee, but the added cost and responsibility are worth having full control over your portfolio site. There’s also a bonus aspect: Registering your domain name means that you won’t have the .wordpress.com subdomain, so your web address will look more professional.

Cost can be a huge factor for students, so as you Country Email List research hosting companies, check to see if they have special pricing for students. Bluehost and SiteGround are two that offer student plans.

When choosing your domain name (the name of your site), using your own name is best – it’ll be more likely to show up in searches. You may want to consider using a tagline as well, to make it very clear what your site is about.




Selecting a Portfolio WordPress Theme
Next, choose a theme for your site. A basic blog theme will probably meet your needs, but if you want to make your portfolio stand out you should have a theme that is designed to showcase portfolio content. We have a list of some of our favorite portfolio themes portfolio WordPress themes.

Free themes are a great way to start, but they generally don’t have the extra features or customization options you’ll find in a premium theme. If you’re looking to create a professional online portfolio then you should consider upgrading to your theme’s pro version (if applicable) or buying a premium theme, which can vary in price from $2 to $199. Themes can be purchased from several online marketplaces, such as ThemeForest, Creative Market, StudioPress, Theme Beans, Elegant Themes and so many others.