Website designer

Can it run on Subdomain / Domain Alias?
The website designer only works on the primary domain and cannot be used on a subdomain or domain alias.
Can you change the font?
Yes, you can change the font for the whole website under Settings → Design → Website fonts.
Can you have a video background?
Yes, you can add a video background to a section by inserting a YouTube or Vimeo link via the section's background settings.
Can you have multiple languages?
Yes – with Pro‑suite you get two languages, and with Enterprise‑suite an unlimited number, which you add via the Language settings in the website designer.
Can you insert code such as HTML or Scripts in the Website Builder?
Yes, add an empty section, click the + icon and select the HTML field, then you can insert your code.
Hide page from visitors while the page is being developed
Hide pages from visitors by enabling member registration in the website designer's settings (requires Standard, Pro or Enterprise Suite).
How do I disable the website designer?
Deactivate the website designer by selecting ‘Delete and remove website designer’ in the control panel – it permanently deletes the site.
How does the website designer work with backup?
No automatic backup is performed – you must create and restore backups yourself in Settings → Backup & Restore, otherwise the site cannot be restored.
How many pages can I create on my website?
The number of pages varies from 1 page in Basic to 5 in Standard and unlimited in Pro and Enterprise.
Insert files
How to insert a PDF file into the website designer so it can be downloaded on your site.
Optimising Mobile/Tablet View?
Mobile and tablet view cannot be customised, it follows the selected template’s default settings.
Section links
How to create a section link in the website designer so you can link directly to a specific page section from the menu.
SEO, Analytics and search engine optimisation in the Website Designer
How to enable Google indexing, Analytics, AdSense and Tag Manager in the Website Designer – indicating which plans support each feature.
What happens to my current website when I activate the website designer?
Activating the Simply.com website designer shows the designer's content but does not delete your files, and you can deactivate at any time to view the old site again.
Why can't I publish?
You cannot publish if your site exceeds your Suite limit – upgrade to a larger Suite to be able to publish.

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