Building Your First Website
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Chariot is an AI website builder that turns a single prompt into a live, professional-looking site in minutes. Follow these quick steps to get online fast.
1. Start a New Site
- Go to chariotai.com and navigate to the home page.
- In the chat box, describe your vision in one clear sentence. Examples:
- "A modern portfolio for a freelance photographer targeting couples."
- "A one-page menu site for a New York taco truck."
- Hit Enter. Chariot's AI will begin building and show you a preview of the site on the right.
2. Review & Refine
- Watch the live preview update as the AI designs each section.
- Ask for changes in plain language:
- "Add a page for my menu."
- "Make the primary button red."
- "Replace the hero text with 'Hand-crafted tacos since 2018.'"
- Repeat until everything looks perfect.
3. Publish & Launch
- Click Publish (top-right of the chat window).
- Use a free chariotai.app URL or connect your custom domain.
- Your site is live within minutes — no extra setup needed.
4. Update or Unpublish Anytime
- Need edits after launch? Make changes in the chat and press Publish > Update.
- To take the site offline, select Publish > Unpublish.
Tips for a Smooth First Build
- Be specific. The clearer your initial prompt, the closer the first draft will be.
- Think pages. List any extra pages (e.g., About, Menu, Contact) up front.
- Use plain English. No coding or design jargon required — Chariot understands everyday language.
- Iterate fast. Small tweaks keep your AI-built website aligned with your brand as you grow.
Need help? Check out our other guides or contact us anytime at support@chariotai.com.