How to Create a Website from a Template

Published on 17 August, 2026
How to Create a Website from a Template

You can start from a marketplace template or copy one of your own websites. Both paths live under New website.

1. Open New website

Log in and go to Websites.

Click New website.

You will see templates by default.

2. Browse templates or your websites

To use a marketplace template, stay on the template list. Use search if you need to find one.

New website templates
Dashboard view: Start from the template gallery when you want a faster launch.

To copy a site you already own, open the split menu next to Create from scratch and click From my websites.

You can switch back with All templates.

3. Choose a design

Click the template or website you want to use.

If the template is paid, complete payment when asked. After payment you can create the site.

4. Name the new website

On Name your website, enter a Website name.

Add a short Website description. This helps with SEO.

Submit. You should see Website created successfully.

5. Customise in Studio

SDP opens the new site in Studio.

Change text, images, and colours to match your brand. Then publish.

Pro-Tip

Copying from From my websites is useful when you want the same layout for a second brand or a staging copy. Prefer an empty site? Use How to Create a Website from Scratch.