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Getting Started with LimecubeA complete beginner's guide to building your website, from planning to publishing.Planning Your WebsiteA structured approach to planning your website, from defining your goals to organising assets.Starting with an AI Built WebsiteLet Limecube's AI create your website in 60 seconds, then customise it to make it yours.Adding & Duplicating PagesCreate new pages, use AI-assisted page generation, duplicate existing pages, and manage your site structure.Elements & PluginsEvery drag-and-drop element in Limecube, grouped as you'll find them in the Add Elements panel: Basic, Advanced Content, Box Layouts, Gallery and Blog.Content BlocksAdd, edit, move, and style text content blocks, the core building block of every page.Colour Palette ToolApply a consistent colour set across your entire website using Limecube's built-in palette tool.Using the Style EditorCustomise colours, fonts, button styles, and more, make your site match your brand perfectly.Image GalleriesShowcase images with banner sliders, grid galleries, before/after sliders, and more.Header: Logo, Call to Action & FaviconCustomise your site header, add your logo, set up a call-to-action button, change the layout, and add a favicon.Creating Social Media ButtonsAdd social media links to your header, footer, or floating on the page, connect visitors to your social profiles.AI WriterLearn how to use Limecube's AI Writer and AI Re-Writer to generate and improve website content quickly and affordably.Popup ManagerShow visitors a message when they arrive: an announcement, an offer, or a newsletter signup. Five layouts, email capture, styling, and per-page targeting.Settings PageExplore every option on the Limecube Settings page, forms, APIs, social, GDPR, security, and miscellaneous configuration.301 Redirect ToolSet up permanent 301 redirects in Limecube to preserve SEO rankings when migrating from an old site or removing pages.CAPTCHA: Form Spam ProtectionProtect your Limecube website forms from spam bots using Google reCAPTCHA or hCaptcha with step-by-step setup instructions.How to Log InLearn how to log into your Limecube account, reset your password, and switch from social login to email-based authentication.Managing Your ProfileUpdate your account details, enable two-factor authentication, review login history, and manage billing information in Limecube.Changing PlansUpgrade or downgrade your Limecube subscription plan at any time with pro-rated billing adjustments on your next cycle.Payment MethodsUnderstand Limecube's payment options including credit card via Stripe and PayPal, plus how to update cards and manage billing.Subscription FAQsAnswers to frequently asked questions about Limecube subscriptions, billing cycles, plan changes, and account management.Trial PeriodUnderstand what is included in Limecube's 14-day free trial, usage limitations, and what happens when your trial expires.Deleting Your SiteHow to delete your Limecube website, close your account, or cancel your subscription, including what happens after deletion.Alt Text on ImagesImprove your website's SEO and accessibility by adding descriptive alt text to images using Limecube's Image Editor.Keyword Research ToolFind the terms people actually search for using Google's keyword data, then group them into categories and map them to your pages. Business plan.Titles and HeadingsStructure your pages with proper heading hierarchy (H1-H3) to improve SEO rankings and user experience on your Limecube site.Search-Friendly Pages and URLsOptimise your Limecube page URL paths for better search engine rankings with short, keyword-rich, case-sensitive URLs.Page Speed TestingImprove your Limecube site's loading speed by optimising images, videos, and third-party scripts with free testing tools.SEO DashboardA quick health check of your site's SEO: page indexation, link status, duplicate content, meta tags, setup and images, all on the first tab of the SEO Manager.Link CheckerCrawl your whole site for broken links and dead images, then fix them from the results. The rebuilt Link checker runs in the background and saves your results.DashboardNavigate the Limecube Dashboard to manage your sites, view subscription status, access blog articles, and create new websites.The Navigation ManagerManage your site's menus, header, footer and navigation styling in one place, build the header and footer menus, create dropdowns and mega menus, choose a header layout, and hide the menu on individual pages.The Page EditorYour central workspace for building pages: page settings (Settings, SEO, Open Graph, Blog Post), the sidebar, previewing, and how editing in two tabs is protected.Footer EditingCustomise your site-wide footer with different layouts, colours, background images, and spacing to match your brand.Banners and SlidersCreate eye-catching hero banners and image sliders with parallax effects, call-to-action buttons, and responsive sizing.Grid GalleryDisplay a wall of photos visitors can enlarge and filter by category, with masonry or grid layouts, per-image titles and descriptions, tagging, and lightbox styling.ButtonsAdd call-to-action buttons to your pages with custom sizes, links, hover animations, and Google Analytics event tracking.Form ElementsBuild contact forms, surveys, and signup forms with custom fields, email routing, spam protection, and third-party integrations.Blog: Creating and EditingSet up your blog summary page, create posts with AI or manually, manage categories and tags, and enable comments.Box LayoutsCombine text and images in stylised boxes, choose from text over, under, or beside images with carousel and icon options.Maps on Your SiteShow visitors where you are with an interactive Google map: set your address, add multiple locations, style the map, and display your live Google star rating.Adding and Editing VideosAdd video to a page three ways: inside a content block, as a banner, or with the dedicated Video element and its full playback controls.Testimonials ElementShow customer testimonials as a carousel, grid, featured spotlight or video wall, with star ratings, per-layout settings and full styling in the element's own panel.Image ElementAdd single images with advanced cropping, responsive sizing, corner styling, animations, and automatic WebP optimisation.Separators and DividersAdd a horizontal line or a clean gap between sections, with line styles, spacing, width, thickness, colour, and a hide-on-mobile option.Notification BarAdd a site-wide announcement bar for promotions, notices, or calls to action, with scheduling and custom styling.Sections Management: Page LayoutsLearn how to create, customise, and manage page sections in Limecube using pre-filled templates, empty layouts, flex sections, and saved sections.Creating Internal, External and Anchor LinksLearn how to add internal page links, external URLs, and anchor links in your Limecube website content and elements.Adding and Editing Images and FilesUpload images, add background images, insert downloadable files, and convert HEIC photos for your Limecube website.The File ManagerManage every image and file on your site: upload, organise into folders, rename, move, edit images, add alt text, and see which pages use a file before deleting it.Going Live: Publishing Your SiteFollow these steps to publish your Limecube website, from subscribing to a plan through to connecting your domain and clicking Publish.Connecting Your DomainStep-by-step instructions for pointing your external domain to Limecube by updating DNS A records or CNAME records.Making Your Site Live on LimecubeLearn how to publish your website on Limecube including adding your domain, pointing DNS, and troubleshooting common issues.Buying a DomainSearch, buy and manage a domain in Limecube. Setup is fully automated (Cloudflare, nameservers, SSL) with live status, plus transfers, renewals and DNS.Meta Tags: Bulk EditingEdit meta titles and descriptions across your whole site from one screen: the SEO Manager's Meta tags tab, with a table, a per-record editor, AI generation and CSV import.Getting Your Site Found in GoogleSix essential actions to help Google and Bing discover, index, and rank your Limecube website in search results.Meta Titles and Meta DescriptionsHow to write and edit meta titles and meta descriptions in Limecube to improve your search engine rankings and click-through rates.Google Search ConsoleSet up Google Search Console to monitor your site in Google: verify it (via Analytics, a meta tag in your head code, or DNS), then submit your sitemap.Adding Analytics and Other Tracking CodesAdd Google Analytics, Tag Manager, a Facebook Pixel or any script site-wide from SEO Manager > Analytics and code injection: paste the code, pick a placement, enable it.SEO Checklist for BeginnersA comprehensive SEO checklist covering keyword research, on-page SEO, technical SEO, local SEO, and analytics setup for Limecube users.XML SitemapLimecube builds and updates your XML sitemap automatically at /sitemap.xml. See where it is, how to submit it to Google, and how noindex removes a page from it.Advanced Content ElementsOrganise information with four separate elements: Accordion, Tabs, List and Definition List. Add and style items, and turn on FAQ schema to earn rich results in Google.Image AccordionPair photos with expandable text: click a heading and the matching picture cross-fades in. Set it up, style it, and get the best results from it.AI ChatbotAnswer visitors' questions automatically using your own website's content. Choose Anthropic or OpenAI, train it on your pages, style it, and review conversations.AnimationAdd scroll-triggered animation effects to sections and elements, choose styles, directions, and per-section overrides.Before and After Slider GalleryShow a transformation with a slider visitors drag between two photos. One before-and-after pair per element, with titles, alt text and layout controls.Bookings IntegrationsLet visitors book appointments, tables or tickets without leaving your site. Twelve booking providers supported, with the exact fields each one needs.BreadcrumbsEnable breadcrumb navigation trails with Schema markup to improve site hierarchy and search engine visibility.Page Indexation (Noindex & Nofollow)Tell search engines which pages to index and which links to follow, across your whole site, from the SEO Manager's Page indexation tree. Noindex also drops a page from your sitemap.CalculatorsAdd a ready-made calculator (loan repayment, ROI, savings) to a page: choose one, set your own labels and rates, and it does the maths. Business plan.ChartsTurn your numbers into a clear chart without a spreadsheet or any code: pick a ready-made chart, add your figures and labels, and it draws itself. Business plan.Call to Action on MobileAdd a floating call-to-action button on mobile screens for instant phone calls, emails, or page links.Canonical TagsLimecube sets a canonical tag on every page automatically to prevent duplicate-URL issues. There's nothing to configure; this explains what they do.Changing or Adding a DomainHow to change your primary domain or add additional domains to your Limecube website after initial setup.Cloudflare: DNS SettingsConfigure your Cloudflare DNS records to point your domain to Limecube, including proxy mode and A record setup.Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS)Understand what Cumulative Layout Shift is, why it matters for Core Web Vitals, and how to diagnose and improve your CLS scores.Coming Soon PageDisplay a 'coming soon' holding page on your live domain while you build your website behind the scenes.Content Toolbar Item GlossaryA complete reference for every toolbar icon and function available when editing content blocks and text elements.Crazy Domains: DNS SettingsStep-by-step instructions for updating your Crazy Domains DNS A records to point your domain to Limecube.Domain Central: DNS SettingsHow to configure your Domain Central DNS records to point your domain to your Limecube website.Duplicate Content CheckerFind pages with similar wording that compete in Google, scored by similarity, then fix them by rewriting, merging or noindexing. Business plan or trial.Ecwid on LimecubeIntegrate the Ecwid e-commerce platform with your Limecube website to add a fully featured online store in three simple steps.Email SetupSet up a professional custom email address that matches your domain name, compare Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace to choose the right fit.Food/Drink MenuDisplay a menu with names, prices, descriptions and optional photos, in four layouts, styled to match your site, with menu schema to help Google show your dishes.GoDaddy: DNS SettingsStep-by-step guide to updating your GoDaddy DNS A records so your domain points to your Limecube website.Google Domains: DNS SettingsHow to update your Google Domains DNS records to point your domain to Limecube using custom resource records.Google Ranking Drops: Troubleshooting GuideDiagnose why your Google rankings have dropped with this step-by-step guide covering algorithm updates, content quality, backlinks, and technical SEO.Google Rankings Drops & ChangesUnderstand why Google rankings fluctuate, from algorithm experiments to competitor activity, and learn when to act versus when to wait.Google Reviews (GBP) WidgetConnect your Google Business Profile reviews to a Limecube widget by setting up a Google Cloud project, Apps Script proxy, and OAuth credentials.Google Sheets IntegrationAutomatically push form submissions to Google Sheets for record-keeping and CRM compatibility, authentication, setup, and formatting tips.Google Workspace: Domain VerificationVerify your domain for Google Workspace by adding a CNAME record through Limecube's DNS management panel.Hosting Your Domain DNS through CloudflareSet up Cloudflare as your DNS host for a domain purchased through Limecube, including nameserver configuration.How to Write Content for Your WebsitePractical guidance on planning, structuring, and writing effective website copy that engages visitors and ranks well in search engines.Integrations with Third-Party ToolsEmbed another company's tool into a page: HubSpot Forms, Mailchimp, Job Adder, or Custom Code for anything else, plus when to use site-wide Code Injection instead.InvoicesAccess, download, and print your Limecube invoices from your account dashboard, including tips for locating past payment records.Keyword Density CheckerSee how often a keyword appears on a page, as a percentage, against a sweet-spot band (0.5 to 2.5%). Pick a page, type a keyword, and check. Business plan or trial.Logo GeneratorsA curated list of free and affordable AI-powered logo makers to help you design a professional logo for your website.Marketing ToolsUse Limecube's A/B testing tool to compare landing pages, split traffic evenly, and analyse results with Google Analytics for better campaigns.Moving Your Site Over to LimecubeA complete guide to transitioning your website from SquareSpace, Weebly, or Wix to Limecube with minimal SEO impact.Adding a Customised Multilingual Widget to Your WebsiteMake your Limecube site multilingual with the Google Translate widget or Weglot, step-by-step setup for both free and premium options.Music/PodcastsAdd a player for your podcast, album, playlist or single track. Nine platforms supported, plus Other for anything with an embed code.My Website Is DownTroubleshooting steps when your Limecube website is not loading, covering DNS issues, hosting, and subscriptions.Open Graph (Social Sharing)Control how each page looks when it's shared on social media and messaging apps. Set the Open Graph title, description and image per page in Page Settings.Page LayoutsChoose and customise page layouts in Limecube to create the right design foundation for each page on your website.PayPal Payment ButtonsTake a one-off payment from a page (a deposit, booking fee or single product) with a PayPal button. Set it up, style it, test in sandbox, and go live.Powered by LimecubeLearn how to show or hide the 'Powered by Limecube' footer attribution and why keeping it visible helps support the platform.Refund PolicyUnderstand Limecube's refund policy for subscriptions and domain purchases, including trial period terms and cancellation rules.robots.txtEdit your robots.txt in the SEO Manager to control which parts of your site search engines crawl. A plain-text editor with ready-made examples, served at /robots.txt.Structured Data (Schema)Help Google show rich results for your site: an automatic Organization tag, a LocalBusiness builder, a services list, and per-page JSON-LD. No code needed for the basics.Site Search FunctionAdd a search box to any page or your header. Choose or auto-create a results page, then tune results count, excerpt, scope (pages/blog/shop) and styling.Search Results PageSet up and customise the dedicated search results page that displays when visitors use your site search function.Limecube ShopSet up and manage your Limecube shop: products and variants, stock control, card, invoice and in-store payments, the Xero integration, orders, and customer accounts.Showcase GridBuild an interactive image grid with hover-reveal titles, descriptions, and background images, perfect for team or portfolio pages.HeroBuild the big banner at the top of a page: choose from six layout presets and ten background types, add a headline and buttons, and tune it for every screen size.SpotlightTurn a grid of photos into an interactive showcase: click a tile to expand it full-screen with the full story. Ideal for team profiles, case studies and portfolios.The Image EditorCrop, straighten, adjust, filter, resize and add text to any image without leaving Limecube. Your original is never changed; edits save as a new file.Creating images with AIGenerate an original image from a description in the File Manager: choose a category and style, describe the scene, and get two images to use on your site.Table of contentsAdd a clickable list of your page's headings so visitors can jump to any section. Works on any page, not just blog posts, with a whole-page scan option.llms.txt: helping AI assistants understand your siteAn llms.txt file tells AI assistants (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews) which pages on your site matter and what they're about. Set it up in the SEO Manager.SiteGround: DNS SettingsConfigure your SiteGround DNS zone editor to point your domain to Limecube with A and CNAME records.SMTP SettingsConfigure custom SMTP settings in Limecube to bypass hourly email limits, authenticate with secure mail servers, and use third-party providers.Social Logins for Blog CommentsEnable Google or Facebook sign-in for blog comments, step-by-step guides for setting up OAuth credentials and connecting them to Limecube.Support RequestsHow to log a support request with Limecube, including where to find your support code and what requires account verification.TablesInsert, configure, and style tables within content elements, adjust columns, rows, cell widths, and responsive behaviour.Adding Contact DetailsLearn how to add clickable email addresses, click-to-call phone numbers, and WhatsApp links to your Limecube website pages.Website AccessibilityEvaluate and improve your site's accessibility compliance with WCAG guidelines using free tools like WAVE, accessScan, and Siteimprove.Wix: DNS SettingsHow to update your Wix DNS records to point your domain to Limecube, including A record and CNAME configuration.Working on Your PagesA comprehensive guide to building and editing pages in Limecube, from planning your content to testing across devices.
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