Creating A Minted Wedding Website: A Step-By-Step Guide

Minted's wedding website builder offers a range of features to help you create a personalised website to share with your guests. From custom URLs to photo and video galleries, you can design a website that matches your wedding's style and provides guests with all the information they need.

Minted's website builder allows you to browse wedding website designs, customise the look and feel, add wedding details, and share your website with guests. You can also take advantage of free features like password protection, custom pages, and more.

If you're looking for a stylish and user-friendly way to create your wedding website, Minted's platform provides a comprehensive guide and set of tools to help you get started.

Choose a website design

Minted's wedding websites are designed to match your wedding invitations and coordinating stationery, so your guests experience a cohesive look from start to finish. The first step in creating your wedding website is to choose a website design that complements your wedding's overall style and vibe.

Minted offers hundreds of designs from their marketplace of independent artists. You can choose from recommended styles that are appropriate for spring, summer, fall, or winter weddings. You can also filter designs by color schemes, design themes (like bohemian, geometric, rustic, etc.), and location themes (like the beach or a specific city).

Once you've found a design that captures the look you're aiming for, you can adjust the color options to match your wedding color scheme. You can also edit the text and change the layout of your homepage. Minted offers numerous layouts to preview, including options to feature a full-bleed hero shot or side-by-side images of the couple. Each layout option includes a live link to a functioning demo version, so you can see what your chosen design will look like in action.

After finalizing the overall look and feel of your website, you can update the additional details pages, such as the events page, wedding party page, travel page, and gift registry page.

Minted's free website package includes all these design features. For a slight additional charge of $15, you can also create a custom URL to make your website even more unique.

Customise the look and feel

Customising the look and feel of your wedding website is a fun and important step in the process of creating your wedding website. This is where you can really make your website your own and give your guests a taste of what's to come.

Choosing a Colour Palette

Firstly, you'll want to choose a colour palette that matches your overall wedding theme. This will help to create a cohesive look and feel for your website. You can easily adjust the colour options on your chosen website design to match your wedding colour scheme.

Selecting a Layout

Next, you'll want to select a website layout that you like. Most companies offer multiple image and text layouts to choose from, so take some time to browse and find one that suits your style. If you're using Minted, you can use the Pages editor to scroll through the editing menu on the left-hand side and select "Edit Design". Here, you'll find various drop-down menus that allow you to select your colour scheme, page layout, font elements, and more.

Adding Personal Touches

You can also add personal touches to your website, such as a photo gallery or video content. If you have engagement photos, this is a great place to display them. You can also share a special message for your guests or even your proposal video.

Finalising the Details

Once you're happy with the overall look and feel of your website, it's time to finalise the details. This includes adding all the important information your guests will need, such as event times, travel information, accommodation options, and RSVP instructions.

Remember, your wedding website is a reflection of your unique style and personality, so have fun with the customisation process and don't be afraid to get creative!

Create a custom URL

Creating a custom URL for your wedding website is a great way to make your special day more personalised and memorable. Here are some tips and steps to help you create a custom URL for your Minted wedding website:

Understand the Benefits of a Custom URL

A custom URL for your wedding website offers several advantages. Firstly, it adds a unique and personalised touch to your website, making your wedding stand out. Secondly, a shorter and customised web address is easier to include on printed materials like save-the-date cards and invitations. Finally, a catchy custom domain name will be easier for your guests to remember, reducing the chances of them having to contact you for the address.

Choose a Domain Name

Selecting a domain name for your wedding website can be fun and creative. Here are some tips to guide you:

• Keep it concise and easy to remember.
• Avoid unusual spellings or purposeful misspellings as they may cause confusion.
• Include your first and/or last names to keep it succinct.
• Consider using nicknames, especially if your names are long or difficult to spell.
• Play with puns, alliteration, or rhyming words to add a touch of whimsy.
• Avoid using symbols, ampersands, hyphens, and numbers as they can be confusing.
• If a "dot com" extension is unavailable, explore other extensions like .net, .date, .wedding, or .love.

Purchase a Custom Domain

If you want a completely personalised URL, you'll need to purchase a custom domain. You can do this through a domain registrar like GoDaddy or directly through your wedding website platform, such as Minted. Brainstorm a few domain name ideas and check their availability before finalising your choice.

Create a Free Custom URL on Minted

Minted offers a free option to personalise your wedding website URL. Here's how to do it:

• Select "Settings" from the main navigation bar of Minted's wedding website builder.
• Replace the auto-populated URL with your desired custom URL, combining your names (e.g., "MarkandAnna.minted.us").
• Click "Save" to finalise your custom URL.

Upgrade to a Premium Custom URL

For an even more personalised experience, you can upgrade to a premium custom URL on Minted for $15. This option allows you to create a fully custom URL like "couplename.com". Here's how:

• Select "Upgrade to Get Custom URL" within the editor to purchase the upgrade.
• Ensure the domain is available before finalising your choice.
• If desired, purchase the domain from a service like GoDaddy and forward it to your Minted wedding website.

Share Your Wedding Website

Once you've created your custom URL, it's time to share your wedding website with your guests. Include the URL on your save-the-date cards, invitations, or send it via email. Don't forget to inform your immediate family and wedding attendants as well, in case any guests inquire.

Add your wedding details

Adding your wedding details to your wedding website is a crucial step in ensuring your guests have all the information they need to prepare for your big day. Here are some detailed instructions on how to add your wedding details to your Minted wedding website:

Basic Information:

• Start by adding essential details such as your names, wedding date, and a welcome message. You can also include a photo or two from your engagement session to add a personal touch.
• Consider including a countdown to the wedding date on your homepage to build excitement.

"Our Story" Section:

The "Our Story" section is a great place to share your love story and proposal. Keep it warm, light-hearted, and playful. Include memorable moments, how you met, your first date, and what you love about each other.

Event Information:

• Provide clear and concise information about event times, including the ceremony, reception, and any additional activities like a welcome party or brunch.
• Enable the "Private RSVP" function for exclusive events, such as a rehearsal dinner, to ensure only invited guests can RSVP.

Travel and Accommodation:

Offer travel tips and lodging suggestions to make it convenient for your guests. Include information such as lodging options, transportation options, maps, directions, and venue parking instructions.

RSVP Management:

• Choose a wedding website template with built-in RSVP management to make it easier for your guests to respond.
• Include a Wedding Website RSVP Enclosure Card with your invitation, directing guests to respond by scanning a QR code.

FAQ Page:

Anticipate your guests' questions and create an FAQ page to provide answers. Include information on dress code suggestions, local weather, child attendance policy, transportation, an "unplugged" ceremony explanation, and any other relevant details.

Wedding Party Bios:

Include a section introducing your wedding party members and their relationship to you. This adds a personal touch and helps guests get to know your bridal party ahead of the wedding.

Gift Registry:

Instead of printing registry information on your invitations, include it on your wedding website. You can link your registry accounts from different retailers or create a cash registry for honeymoon funds or a down payment on a home.

Sightseeing Suggestions:

If you're hosting a destination wedding or have guests travelling from out of town, provide a list of local attractions, restaurants, and activities they can enjoy during their stay.

Photo and Video Gallery:

Share your engagement photos and a few cherished snapshots or videos with your fiancé, but don't overload the gallery. A balanced selection will keep your guests engaged.

Remember, you don't need to have all the details finalized before starting your wedding website. You can add and update information as you go, ensuring your website remains a helpful and up-to-date resource for your guests.

Share your wedding website with guests

Sharing your wedding website with guests is the easiest, most efficient way to disseminate information. It is important to make sure your immediate family members and wedding attendants know about your website in case other guests inquire.

• Print the wedding website URL or a QR code on your save-the-date cards, invitations, or other wedding stationery.
• Send the link via email to your guests.
• Collect your guests' email addresses and phone numbers to add them to a wedding photo-sharing app or chat app. Many apps let you send invitations and reminders straight from the app, while others require manual entry.
• Mention how to download your app(s) of choice so everyone can use them on your wedding day.
• If you decide to password-protect your wedding website, be sure to include the password in all wedding communications and especially on your save-the-dates and invitations.
• If details change, be sure to add them to the site and notify guests about the update via email. Remember, the more up-to-date your wedding website is, the more helpful it will be to your guests, and this will ultimately mean fewer questions for you to answer!

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