Want to showcase your work online but don’t know where to start? A portfolio website is essential, but coding one from scratch can be frustrating. The good news? You don’t have to!
This guide walks you through how to create a portfolio website using Elementor in just 10 minutes.
With stunning templates and a simple drag-and-drop editor, you can create a sleek, professional portfolio that highlights your skills and projects—without any technical struggles.
Prerequisites for Creating Portfolio Website
Before diving in, make sure you have:
- A domain name and reliable hosting plan
- WordPress installed and running
- Elementor (free version) set up on your site
- Elementor Pro (optional, but worth it for advanced features)
- The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin installed
- WDesignKit plugin for quick access to ready-made templates
With these pieces in place, you’ll hit the ground running and avoid frustrating roadblocks mid-project.
How to Create Portfolio Website Using Elementor (Step-by-Step)
Now that we are all set. Let’s jump into practical steps to create our Portfolio website.
Step 1: Select Elementor Hosting for your WordPress Website
Pick the right hosting and you’ll save yourself countless headaches down the road. For websites built with Elementor, you’ve got three solid options:
Elementor Hosting is purpose-built for Elementor sites – no surprise there.
Kinsta delivers blazing-fast speeds with top-notch security perfect for donation pages.
On a tighter budget? Hostinger packs impressive performance without breaking the bank.
Step 2: Install & Set Up WDesignKit for Easy-to-Use Elementor Templates
Skip the design headaches by using WDesignKit – it’s your secret weapon for building professional websites faster with sleek, ready-to-use Elementor templates that don’t require any coding.
Just install and activate this plugin, and you’ll unlock hundreds of templates in seconds. No more starting from scratch!
Need the full walkthrough? Check out the detailed installation and activation docs for smoother onboarding.
Step 3: Select the Portfolio Template for Your Elementor Website
Let’s grab your perfect template in just a few clicks. Jump into your WordPress Dashboard > WDesignKit > Browse Templates section.
Type Portfolio in the search bar, then narrow things down by selecting Elementor from the page builder filter and Page Kits as your template type.
Scroll through the options, and click on the one that best suits your needs.
Step 4: Import the Template into Your Elementor Site
Now that you’ve found your perfect template, hit “Select All” to grab every page in the kit, then click “Download” to start the import process.
A popup will ask about installing any missing plugins needed for your template.
Click “Install All” and then “Next” to keep things moving. These plugins ensure all features work correctly.
Next popup of Import Templates will prompt you to import the templates as Posts, Pages, or My Templates.
For ease of use, keep the default option selected and click on “Import” and let WDesignKit work its magic. Within seconds, you’ll see the “Successfully Imported” message..
Just like that, you’ve got a complete website framework ready for your content.
Step 5: Customize Content & Upload Relevant Images
Now breathe life into your template with your unique story. Replace the default content with compelling headlines, engaging descriptions, and clear calls-to-action that move visitors.
Swap stock photos for authentic images that reflect your brand personality. Nothing connects with visitors like visuals that genuinely represent what you do.
Remember, consistency wins trust. Match colors to your branding and keep your tone consistent across all pages.
Recommended Actions After Importing Your Website
Now that your Portfolio website is imported. Here are the next steps you need to take care of.
1. SEO Plugins
Get found online with a solid SEO plugin. No point having a beautiful site if nobody discovers it.
RankMath delivers everything you need in a cleaner interface.
Their content analysis tool spots optimization opportunities you'd otherwise miss, and their schema markup feature is remarkably intuitive.
Yoast remains the classic choice with its traffic-light system that makes SEO simple.
Their readability checks alone can transform your writing.
Both plugins help search engines understand your content. However, just pick one and stick with it. Double SEO plugins only create conflicts.
2. Performance Plugins
Don't let a slow site kill your conversion rates. Speed matters. Visitors bounce from sites that take more than 3 seconds to load.
WP Rocket is our go-to caching plugin.
Just activate it and watch your load times drop instantly. Their image lazy loading feature is a game-changer for media-heavy pages.
On a budget? W3 Total Cache offers solid performance improvements without the price tag.
Not quite as user-friendly, but delivers impressive results once configured properly.
3. Security Plugins
Lock down your new site before hackers find it. Most websites face over 50 attack attempts daily. Don't become an easy target.
MalCare offers real-time malware scanning with automatic cleanup that saves you hours of headaches.
Their firewall blocks suspicious traffic before it even reaches your site.
WordFence brings enterprise-level protection with its live traffic monitoring and brute force protection.
Their free version outperforms most paid security plugins.
Either option gives you peace of mind. Nothing worse than rebuilding a hacked site from scratch.
Wrapping Up
That’s it! In just 10 minutes, you’ve transformed a blank canvas into a professional Portfolio website without writing a single line of code.
The magic combination of WDesignKit templates and The Plus Addons widgets lets you focus on your mission instead of wrestling with website technicalities.
Remember, a great website evolves with your organization. Schedule monthly updates, refresh your content regularly, and keep an eye on your analytics to see what resonates with visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many WDesignKit templates can I import on my site?
You can import as many templates as you want on a site. There's no limit to the number of templates you can use.
Do I Need Elementor Pro Version to use WDesignKit Templates?
No, Elementor PRO is not needed to use WDesignKit templates. They are compatible with both the free and PRO versions of Elementor.
Do I need any Elementor addon to import templates?
Yes, for Elementor templates, you may need the free or PRO version of The Plus Addons for Elementor, to further customize the templates as per your needs.
Are WDesignKit website templates customizable?
Yes, all the templates are 100% customizable. You can easily customize them to fit your brand and design preferences. Nothing is locked, giving you full creative control over your website.
