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How to Set Up Your Own Website with Online Booking & AI Chatbot (Non-Technical Guide)

Writer: Joanne MaoJoanne Mao

You can build your own website by following this step-by-step guide. Or alternatively, you can just sit back and let us handle it for you!

Step 1: Choose a Website Builder

To make this process easy, we will use Wix, a beginner-friendly website builder that requires no coding.

1️⃣ Sign Up for Wix

  • Go to Wix.com and click “Get Started”.

  • Sign up with your email and password.

2️⃣ Select a Website Template

  • Click “Create a New Site”.

  • Choose “Business” as the category.

  • Pick a template that fits your business (e.g., cleaning, handyman, lawn care, etc.).

3️⃣ Customize Your Website

  • Click on any text, image, or button to edit.

  • Add your business name, services, and contact details.

  • Click Save & Preview to see how it looks.

🔹 Step 2: Add an Online Booking System

1️⃣ Install Wix Bookings (For Easy Scheduling)

  • In Wix Editor, click “+ Add Elements”.

  • Go to “Apps” → Search for “Wix Bookings”.

  • Click “Add to Site”.

2️⃣ Set Up Your Services

  • Go to Dashboard → Bookings → Services.

  • Click “Add a Service” and enter: ✅ Service Name (e.g., “Handyman Repair”) ✅ Duration (e.g., 1 hour) ✅ Price (or set as free for quotes) ✅ Available Time Slots

  • Click Save & Publish.

3️⃣ Add a “Book Now” Button

  • Click “+ Add Elements” → Button.

  • Label it “Book an Appointment”.

  • Link it to your Wix Bookings page.

✅ Now, customers can schedule appointments online 24/7 without calling!

🔹 Step 3: Add & Train an AI Chatbot

1️⃣ Install Wix Chat (Basic AI Chatbot)

  • Click “+ Add Elements” → Apps.

  • Search for “Wix Chat” and click “Add to Site”.

  • Click on the chatbot and select Settings.

2️⃣ Customize Your AI Chatbot

  • Set a Welcome Message (e.g., “Hi! How can I help you?”).

  • Add Automated Responses for common questions: ✅ Pricing ✅ Services ✅ Availability ✅ Booking link

  • Click Save & Publish.

3️⃣ Train Your Chatbot to Answer More Questions

For an advanced chatbot, use Chatbase AI:

  1. Go to Chatbase and sign up.

  2. Upload your FAQs, business info, or website link.

  3. Copy the embed code.

  4. In Wix, go to “+ Add Elements” → Embed → Custom Code.

  5. Paste the Chatbase code and click Apply.

✅ Now, your AI chatbot can answer customer questions instantly!

🔹 Step 4: Make Your Website Live

1️⃣ Connect a Custom Domain (Optional, but recommended)

  • Go to Dashboard → Settings → Domains.

  • Click “Buy a New Domain” or connect an existing one.

2️⃣ Publish Your Website

  • Click Preview to check your site.

  • Click Publish to make it live!

🚀 Congratulations! Your AI-powered website is ready! 🚀

🔹 Bonus Tips to Attract More Customers

✔️ Add Google My Business to show up in local searches. ✔️ Promote on Facebook & Instagram to reach more clients. ✔️ Collect reviews to build trust. ✔️ Test your chatbot and update it with new answers as needed.


🎉 Now, you’re ready to grow your business online—without needing tech skills!

 
 
 

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