Want to stand out as a UI/UX designer? A well-designed portfolio is a gateway to interesting projects and clients. In this post, I’ll explain how to create an awesome portfolio site with Hostinger and give you some alternatives.

Why do you need a portfolio website?

You can host your UI/UX designer portfolio on free platforms like Behance. This is a great option if you’re new and want to showcase your work, get feedback, and join the creative community.

However, your website is more suitable for building and developing your brand.

Why choose your website?

• Full control: you determine your site’s structure, style and content.
• Unique URL: Customers will easily remember the site’s name and return to it to leave a request or recommend it to their friends.
• Individuality: your site will fully reflect your style and professionalism.

Also, a personal website is a plus work in your portfolio that speaks for itself.

What is Hostinger?

Creating a portfolio website has become easier than ever, even if you don’t have technical skills. Hostinger tools is aimed at beginners, so you can use it to create a portfolio site quickly and easily.

Where do I start working on my website?

First, choose a plan from the available options. This can be a business plan. It includes hosting, a free domain, unlimited bandwidth and an SSL certificate.

Then, use AI-based tools to build your site. The built-in AI website builder allows you to create a professional design in just a few steps.

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Alternatives to Hostinger: which builders can I use?

Excellent alternatives to Behance and Dribble for a UX designer’s portfolio

If Hostinger doesn’t suit you, consider the following platforms:

1. Wix — a simple and easy-to-use website builder with a rich selection of templates. Great for beginners.
2. Squarespace — a stylish builder for those who want to create a minimalistic and aesthetically pleasing website.
3. Webflow is an advanced platform for designers that allows you to control every site element.
4. WordPress — a versatile solution with many themes and plugins, ideal for portfolios.
5. Tilda is a popular tool with flexible functionality and the ability to create modern adaptive websites.

A step-by-step guide to creating a portfolio website

This guide is actually suitable no matter which builder you choose for your website.

Steps:

1. Set up the site. After choosing a plan, use the AI builder’s functionality to create a professional design. Select the Portfolio template and customise it to your liking: specify a name, preferred style and colour palette.
2. Add content. Use drag-and-drop to add text, images, buttons and menus. Create a separate page for each project, upload a preview, and provide details of your work.
3. Work on branding. Make the website design consistent by choosing all pages’ styles, fonts and colour palettes.
4. Add important pages. Make sure the site has a home page, project pages, a link to your CV, and a contact section so potential clients can easily reach out to you.
5. Optimise the site. Adjust SEO and make sure your site looks good on mobile devices.

Create project previews for a website in Figma

Project previews are a key element that draws attention to your work. Here’s how to create an eye-catching preview for a mobile app:

1. Use a 16:9 layout in Figma.
2. Add screenshots. Place your app screenshots next to each other and round their edges for a neat look.
3. Choose a suitable background. Take a colour from the app interface for harmony.
4. Add shadows. A soft shadow will give depth to your design.

The preview should be clean, visually appealing and reflect the style of the project.

Don’t forget the trends, and use them

5 New UX/UI Trends for Apps and Websites

Recommendations for a perfect portfolio

What you should publish on the site first and how:

1. Showcase only the best projects. Let it be 5–7 works that reflect your professionalism.
2. Tell the story of each project. Describe the problem, the work process, and the result.
3. Keep it up to date. Update your site regularly and add new projects.
4. Be yourself. Your personality is your brand. Let the site convey your uniqueness.

Final touches

• Test the site: Review how it looks on computers and mobile devices.
• Publish the site: Connect your domain and make the site publicly available.

A well-designed portfolio makes a lasting impression on potential clients. With Hostinger and Figma tools, you can create a professional and stylish website that showcases your work and emphasises your unique style.

Do you have your portfolio website? Which website builder did you use to create it?

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