Choosing the Right Hostinger Template
TL;DR:
- Browse templates by category to find designs that match your business type
- Use the preview feature to test how your actual content looks in each template
- Check mobile responsiveness on different devices before committing
- Template customisation is limited, so pick carefully from the start
- You can switch templates later if needed, but it's better to get it right first time
Picking the right template sets your site's visual direction and determines what features you'll have available. Here's how to make the right choice from the start.
Start with Categories
Don't scroll through every template Hostinger offers. Use the category filters to narrow things down based on your business type or website purpose. This saves time and shows you designs built with your needs in mind.
The categories cover most common website types, from portfolios to online stores. If you're building a restaurant site, look at hospitality templates first. They'll have features like menu layouts and booking forms already built in.
Test with Real Content
The preview feature is your best friend here. Don't just look at the demo content and imagine how yours might fit. Add your actual text, images, and pages to see how the template handles your specific content.
Some templates work better with lots of text, others suit image-heavy sites. You won't know which category yours falls into until you test it properly. This step takes a bit longer but prevents headaches later.
Check Mobile Performance
Every Hostinger template claims to be mobile-responsive, but they don't all handle it equally well. Test your chosen template on a phone and tablet before you commit.
Look for text that's too small to read, buttons that are hard to tap, or images that don't scale properly. These issues are much easier to spot during selection than after you've built your entire site.
Consider Your Customisation Limits
Hostinger's templates have built-in restrictions on what you can change. Some let you adjust colours and fonts freely, others lock you into specific design elements. Think about what aspects of the design you'll definitely want to modify.
If you know you'll need to change the layout significantly, pick a simpler template that gives you more flexibility rather than a complex one that looks perfect but can't be adjusted.
Plan for Growth
Choose a template that can handle your site as it grows. If you're starting with a simple business site but plan to add a blog or shop later, make sure your template supports those features.
It's easier to grow into a template's capabilities than to work around its limitations.
FAQs
Can I switch templates after I've built my site?
Yes, but you'll need to rebuild your content to fit the new template's structure. It's not a simple one-click change.
Do all Hostinger templates work well on mobile?
They're all designed to be mobile-responsive, but the quality varies. Always test on actual devices before choosing.
How do I know if a template will work with my content?
Use the preview feature and add your real content. Don't rely on the demo content to make your decision.
What happens if I outgrow my template's features?
You can switch to a new template, but it requires rebuilding your site structure. Choose with future needs in mind.
Jargon Buster
Template: A pre-designed website layout you can customise with your own content and branding.
Mobile-responsive: A design that automatically adjusts to look good on phones, tablets, and desktop computers.
Customisation: The changes you can make to a template's appearance, layout, and functionality.
Preview mode: A feature that lets you see how your content will look in a template before you commit to using it.
Wrap-up
Template selection sets the foundation for your entire website. Take time to test properly with your real content and consider both your current needs and future plans. The extra effort upfront saves you from major rebuilds later.
Remember, while you can change templates later, it's much easier to get it right the first time than to migrate an established site to a new design.
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