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Quick Start Guide - Build Your First Portfolio in 5 Minutes

Step-by-step guide to creating your first professional portfolio website with Mediaweb in just 5 minutes.

Quick Start Guide: Build Your First Website in 5 Minutes

Ready to create your first professional portfolio website? This guide will walk you through the entire process step-by-step. By the end of these 5 minutes, you'll have a beautiful website that showcases your work and connects to your social media accounts.

Think of this like following a recipe - we'll do everything together, one step at a time. No experience needed!

What You'll Need

Before we start, make sure you have:

  • An email address
  • At least one social media account (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, or Facebook)
  • A few photos or examples of your work (optional, but helpful)
  • 5 minutes of uninterrupted time

Step 1: Create Your Account (1 minute)

Let's get you signed up and ready to build!

  1. Go to Mediaweb.com and click the big "Get Started Free" button
  2. Enter your email address - this will be your login
  3. Create a password - make it something you'll remember
  4. Click "Create Account"
  5. Check your email for a verification message and click the link inside

What's happening behind the scenes: Mediaweb is setting up your personal workspace where all your websites will live. Think of it like getting the keys to your new digital studio!

Step 2: Tell Us About Yourself (30 seconds)

Now Mediaweb needs to know what kind of creator you are so it can help you better.

  1. Choose your creator type:

    • Content Creator (videos, photos, social media)
    • Artist (paintings, drawings, digital art)
    • Influencer (lifestyle, fashion, fitness)
    • Photographer (portraits, events, nature)
    • Other (we'll figure it out together!)

  2. Select your main platforms - check all that apply:

    • Instagram
    • TikTok
    • YouTube
    • Facebook

Why we ask: This helps our AI assistant understand your style and suggest the best website layout for your type of content.

Step 3: Connect Your Social Media (1 minute)

This is where the magic happens! Connecting your social accounts lets Mediaweb automatically update your website with your latest stats and content.

Connecting Instagram (Most Popular)

  1. Click "Connect Instagram"
  2. Log in to Instagram when prompted (don't worry, this is secure)
  3. Click "Authorize" to let Mediaweb access your public information
  4. Wait for the green checkmark - this means you're connected!

What Gets Connected?

  • Your follower count (updates automatically)
  • Your recent photos (you choose which ones to show)
  • Your engagement stats (likes, comments, etc.)
  • Your audience demographics (age, location, interests)

Important: Mediaweb only accesses public information and stats. We never post anything or access your private messages.

Connecting Other Platforms

The process is similar for TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook:

  1. Click the platform name
  2. Log in when prompted
  3. Authorize the connection
  4. Wait for confirmation

Pro Tip: You can always connect more platforms later, so don't worry if you only want to start with one!

Step 4: Let AI Build Your Website (2 minutes)

Now comes the fun part - watching your website get built automatically!

Talk to Your AI Assistant

You'll see a chat box with your AI assistant. Think of this like texting a really smart friend who knows everything about web design. Here are some example requests:

For Content Creators:

  • "Create a portfolio website that shows my Instagram photos and TikTok videos"
  • "I want a colorful homepage with my follower stats and a contact form"

For Artists:

  • "Build an art portfolio with a gallery of my work and an about me section"
  • "Create a professional website to show my paintings and contact information"

For Influencers:

  • "Make a media kit website with my audience demographics and collaboration info"
  • "I need a professional site for brand partnerships with my social stats"

Watch the Magic Happen

  1. Type your request in simple, everyday language
  2. Press Enter and watch as the AI starts building
  3. See your website appear in real-time on the right side of your screen
  4. Make changes by chatting with the AI: "Make the header bigger" or "Change the colors to pink and white"

What's Actually Happening: The AI is reading your request, looking at your connected social media accounts, and automatically creating a website layout that matches your style and content.

Step 5: Customize and Publish (30 seconds)

Your website is almost ready! Let's add the finishing touches.

Quick Customizations

The AI has built a great starting point, but you might want to make a few tweaks:

Change Colors:

  • "Make the background white and the text dark blue"
  • "Use my brand colors: pink and gold"

Adjust Layout:

  • "Make the photo gallery bigger"
  • "Add a section for my contact information"

Update Content:

  • "Change the headline to 'Welcome to My Creative World'"
  • "Add a section about my services and pricing"

Publish Your Website

  1. Click "Publish" in the top right corner
  2. Choose your website address - this will be something like "yourname.mediaweb.com"
  3. Click "Go Live"
  4. Celebrate! 🎉 Your website is now live on the internet

What You've Just Accomplished

In just 5 minutes, you've:

  • ✅ Created a professional portfolio website
  • ✅ Connected your social media accounts for automatic updates
  • ✅ Customized your site to match your brand
  • ✅ Published your website live on the internet
  • ✅ Got your own professional web address

Your Website is Now Working For You

Here's what's happening automatically now that your site is live:

Social Media Updates: Your follower counts and engagement stats update every day New Content: Recent photos and videos from your connected accounts appear automatically Professional Presence: You now have a professional web address to share with brands, clients, and followers

Sharing Your New Website

Now that your website is live, here's how to share it:

Add to Social Media Bios:

  • Instagram: Put your website link in your bio
  • TikTok: Add it to your profile
  • YouTube: Include it in your channel description

Share with Others:

  • Send the link to potential collaborators
  • Include it in your email signature
  • Add it to business cards or promotional materials

What's Next?

You've built an amazing foundation! Here are some next steps to make your website even better:

Immediate Next Steps (Optional)

  • Add more photos to your gallery
  • Write a longer "About Me" section to tell your story
  • Create a contact form for collaboration requests
  • Add your services and pricing if you offer paid work

Learn More Advanced Features

Troubleshooting Common Issues

"I can't connect my Instagram"

  • Make sure you're using a business or creator account (personal accounts have limited access)
  • Try logging out of Instagram and back in
  • Check that you're entering the correct username and password

"My website looks different than expected"

  • Remember, the AI creates unique designs based on your content
  • You can always ask the AI to make changes: "Make it look more like [describe what you want]"

"I made a mistake and want to start over"

  • No problem! Click "New Website" and start fresh
  • Your old website will be saved in case you want to go back to it

Getting Help

If you get stuck at any point:

  • Chat with AI: Ask your AI assistant for help - it's available 24/7
  • Check the FAQ: Common questions are answered in our FAQ section
  • Contact Support: Use the help button in the bottom right corner

Congratulations!

You've just joined thousands of creators who are using Mediaweb to build their online presence. Your website is now working for you 24/7, showcasing your work and helping you connect with new opportunities.

Remember: Building a great website is a journey, not a destination. Keep experimenting, adding content, and making improvements. Your AI assistant is always there to help you grow and evolve your online presence.

Welcome to the Mediaweb community - we can't wait to see what you create! 🚀

Next Steps

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Last updated: September 2, 2025