Website Builder

A website builder is a tool that lets you create and design a website using a visual editor.

With Truehost Website Builder, for example:

• You choose a template
• Drag in elements like images, forms, or videos
• Add your content
• Click publish

It’s like Canva for websites. Perfect for beginners, freelancers, startups, and anyone who wants a site today.

Yes, you don’t need any technical skills.

Truehost’s Website Builder is 100% drag-and-drop. You just click, type, drag, and save. It’s like editing a Word document.

No HTML. No CSS. No installing plugins.

• Choose from professionally designed templates
• Add text, images, videos, forms, buttons
• Rearrange sections by dragging
• Customize fonts, colours, and layouts
• Preview before publishing

If you can use PowerPoint or Canva, you can build your site in minutes.

Yes. Every website is automatically mobile-responsive.

Your site will look great on all screen sizes — phones, tablets, laptops, desktops. You don’t need to create a separate mobile version.

• Templates adjust content layout based on screen
• Images resize automatically
• Menus collapse into mobile-friendly icons
• Fonts and spacing scale correctly
• Customize layout for any device or view

Mobile-friendliness is also a Google ranking factor —so this helps your SEO too.

Yes, you can build an online shop with our website builder

The Premium Website Builder includes eCommerce tools, so you can:

• Add unlimited products
• Set prices in ZAR
• Track stock
• Accept Mobile payments via PayFast, Ozow, Yoco
• Offer discounts or promo codes
• Get automated order emails

It’s ideal for small to mid-sized online shops—without needing Shopify or WooCommerce.

Your website will be suspended but not deleted immediately.

Here’s how it works:

1. Your site goes into “expired” mode after the billing period ends
2. We hold your content for 30 days
3. If no payment is made, the site is deleted from the system
4. You can reactivate it anytime during that grace period by making payment

We also send you email reminders before expiry.

Yes. You get:

• Editable page titles and meta descriptions
• Clean, fast-loading code
• Mobile responsiveness
• Free SSL
• Built-in sitemap and Google Search Console integration

These features help your site rank better on Google.

Yes. You can:

• Choose from 100+ fonts
• Apply your brand colours
• Upload your logo
• Customize layout styles

It’s your website — make it look the way you want.

No, the website builder is a paid product, but compared to other website builders in the market, ours is reasonably priced.

Yes. You get:

• Editable page titles and meta descriptions
• Clean, fast-loading code
• Mobile responsiveness
• Free SSL
• Built-in sitemap and Google Search Console integration

These features help your site rank better on Google

You can launch a one-page website in under 30 minutes with a website builder like OLITT.

Just pick a template, add your content, connect your domain, and publish. No coding, no delays.

If you’re using WordPress or custom code, it may take a few hours to several days, depending on your design, content, and setup.

Picking the right website builder depends on what you need your site to do.

Here’s how to narrow it down:

Be clear about your website goals
Are you creating a business website, an online store, a portfolio, or a blog?

✔ For business: Look for SEO tools, contact forms, and WhatsApp integrations.

✔ For eCommerce: You’ll need product listings, payment gateways, and shipping options.

✔ For personal use or portfolios: Go with a builder that supports media and custom layouts.
Prioritize ease of use
You shouldn’t need to touch code. Look for drag-and-drop editors like OLITT, where you can update images, text, and layout with just clicks.
Features: The best website builder will have all of the features that you need in order for you to build your site quickly and easily.
Choose a builder with mobile-friendly templates

Your site should look good on both desktop and mobile. Pick a builder that offers clean, responsive templates that you can customize freely.
Compare costs
Check if the builder is free, freemium, or paid. Some charge monthly or yearly. Make sure it fits your budget and offers value (e.g. free SSL, domain, or email).
Look for support and local relevance
A platform with local hosting means faster speeds in SA. Also, go for builders with local customer support or helpful tutorials.
Test before you commit
Use the free version or free trial. This helps you know if it feels right before upgrading to a premium plan.

We recommend starting with a free trial or the cheapest plan of one of the popular website builders like Olitt from truehost before you make your decision. 

Once you’ve used it a few times, you will likely want to make a purchase, but there’s no cost or obligation to try out a free version first.

OLITT is a beginner-friendly website builder that lets you launch your site without writing a single line of code.

Here’s how to get started:

1) Create an account

Get one of our website builder plans on this page, and create an account.

2) Choose a template
Browse over 100 professionally designed templates. These cover everything from business and portfolio sites to landing pages and personal blogs.

3) Customize your website
Once you’ve selected a template, you can tweak almost everything:

• Text – Change headlines, paragraphs, buttons, and labels
• Images – Upload your own or use the free library
• Layout – Add or remove sections, adjust spacing
• Colors and fonts – Match your brand’s style
• Extras – Add contact forms, maps, social icons, or even HTML embeds

The editor is visual and drag-and-drop, so there’s zero coding involved.

4) Connect your domain
You can use a free OLITT subdomain like yourname.olitt.com or connect your own custom domain. You can buy one from Truehost or use an existing domain.

5) Publish your site
Once you’re happy with the design and content, click Publish. Your site will go live instantly.

What makes OLITT better for beginners?

• No technical skills required
• Takes less than 10 minutes to go live
• Built-in SEO tools and free SSL
• Mobile-friendly designs
• Integrated domain and hosting
• No installation or setup hassles

With OLITT, you can go from idea to a live website faster than anywhere else — perfect for small businesses, freelancers, students, and side projects.

Here’s the blunt truth: You should use a website builder unless you absolutely need full custom control and have coding experience.

Let’s break it down clearly so you can decide:

✅ Use a Website Builder if:

1. You don’t code
   • Builders like Truehost Website Builder are made for non-techies.
   • Drag-and-drop sections. No HTML, no CSS, no installations.
     
2. You need speed
   • You can launch a full site in under 30 minutes.
   • Pre-designed templates, mobile responsive, and hosting included.
     
3. You’re on a tight budget
   • No need to hire developers or buy themes/plugins.
   • Pricing starts from R56/month, with hosting + SSL + templates bundled.
     
4. You’re building a small business site
   • Perfect for portfolios, business landing pages, service pages, blogs, or product showcases.
   • Even eCommerce is possible on Premium plans.
     
5. You want all-in-one simplicity
   • Domain, email, website, SSL, SEO tools — all in one dashboard.

Code a site (or hire a developer) if:

1. You need full control
   • Want complex features, custom APIs, or advanced animations?
   • Coding gives you limitless customization — but comes with more responsibility.
     
2. You’re building a web application
   • Website builders are for content-focused sites.
   • If you’re building a dashboard, SaaS product, or online tool — go with code.
     
3. You’re familiar with HTML/CSS/JS
   • If you already know how to code, you’ll find builders limiting.
   • Frameworks like React, Next.js, or Laravel give full power and flexibility.
     
4. You have a big budget
   • Custom-coded sites can cost anywhere from R10,000 to R100,000+.
   • You’ll need to pay for hosting, email, security, updates — separately.
     

👨‍⚖️ The Verdict?

Final Thought

Website builders are now so good that 90% of websites (especially in South Africa) don’t need to be coded from scratch anymore.

Use Truehost Website Builder if you want to go live today, with zero stress.

Want help choosing a plan or comparing builder features vs coding frameworks? Just ask.

Both tools help you build visually — but they serve slightly different purposes:

Not always—but it makes your life 10x easier.

You can code a site from scratch using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, or build one with WordPress, which still requires setup, plugins, and some technical knowledge.

A website builder, on the other hand:

• Simplifies everything into drag-and-drop blocks
• Handles hosting, design, and content layout
• Lets you launch a site within hours—not weeks
• Requires zero technical skills

If speed, ease, and affordability matter, a builder is the best option.

Yes. Our team is available via:

• Live chat
• Email tickets
• Onboarding guides
• Help articles

Support hours are aligned with South African time zones, and we typically respond within minutes during business hours.