Small business website builder: no code required

A business website builder is a tool or platform that enables businesses to create and launch professional websites without requiring extensive technical knowledge or coding skills. It typically provides templates, design tools, and features specifically tailored for business needs such as contact forms, product showcases, booking systems, and e-commerce capabilities. Business website builders help companies establish their online presence quickly and cost-effectively.

Manus is fundamentally different from traditional website builders like Wix and Shopify. It is an AI Developer, not a drag-and-drop editor. Instead of spending hours fighting with rigid templates, you simply describe your business, and Manus generates the code for you.

Key differences:
Speed: Build a live, transactable website in minutes via chat, versus hours or days of manual design on traditional platforms.
Ownership (Crucial): With Manus, you own the code (React/Tailwind) and can export it anytime. Wix and Shopify lock you into their ecosystem forever—if you stop paying, you lose your site.
No Plugin: Features like Stripe payments, databases, and booking systems are built-in natively. You don't need to pay extra for expensive third-party plugins to get basic business functionality.
Customization: Templates limit you to what the designer decided. Manus generates custom code based on your exact needs, offering unlimited design flexibility.

Summary: Traditional builders like Wix are great if you want to "rent" a generic template. Manus is for business owners who want to own a professional, full-stack web application.

Zero. Manus is a true no-code website builder designed specifically for non-technical entrepreneurs. You simply describe your business in plain English—like "I'm a fitness trainer needing a booking page" or "I sell handmade jewelry."

The AI acts as your personal developer, converting your text into production-ready code (HTML/React) instantly. If you want to change a color or move a button, just say "Make it blue" or "Move this up," and Manus updates the design in real-time. No HTML, CSS, or design experience required.

Manus is optimized for entrepreneurs who need functional web apps, not just static pages. It is ideal for:
Retail & E-commerce Entrepreneurs: Startups launching online boutiques or dropshipping brands that need secure Stripe checkout and inventory management without monthly platform fees.
Service-Based Businesses: Consultants, salons, and dentists requiring automated appointment booking systems and Local SEO to capture clients from Google Maps.
Startups & Tech Founders: Innovators building No-code MVPs, SaaS landing pages, or internal business dashboards with real database functionality.
Creators & Coaches: Experts selling online courses, digital downloads (eBooks), or running membership sites with gated content.
Restaurants & Hospitality: Venues needing mobile-friendly digital menus and online ordering systems to avoid high delivery app commissions.

You can build almost anything, from simple landing pages to complex web applications:
Service & Booking Sites: Perfect for consultants, coaches, and trainers needing automated appointment scheduling and lead capture forms.
Ecommerce Stores: Sell physical or digital products with a built-in secure Stripe checkout and shopping cart.
Dynamic Portfolios: Showcase high-resolution work for photographers and designers with responsive masonry layouts.
SEO Blogs: Publish content to attract organic traffic with auto-generated schema markup for better Google rankings.
Business Landing Pages: Professional company sites with contact forms, maps, and team sections.
Custom Web Apps: Go beyond templates to build membership areas, internal dashboards, or event registration systems with real database logic.

Bottom line: Because Manus is AI-powered, you aren't limited to pre-built templates. If you can describe it, Manus can likely build it.

With Manus, you can go from idea to live URL in minutes. Start by describing your business, and the AI generates a complete website with professional design, layout, and content instantly.

Most users launch a fully functional version within 20 minutes. This is significantly faster than traditional builders that require hours of manual drag-and-drop adjustment or weeks of waiting for an agency to deliver.

Hosting is included with Manus—you don't need to worry about managing servers or technical infrastructure. For your domain, you can either register a new one through Manus or connect a domain you already own. We handle all the technical setup automatically, including SSL security certificates. Your website is live on your domain with secure hosting included.

Absolutely. You can customize your website by describing what you want to change. Don't like the color scheme? Tell Manus "change the colors to blue and white." Want a different layout? Say "make the hero section bigger" or "move the contact form to the top." You can also upload your own logo, images, and videos. Manus integrates your brand elements into the design automatically. The more you describe, the more customized your website becomes.

Yes. Your website includes automatic SSL encryption to protect all data in transit. Payment data is processed through Stripe, which meets PCI compliance standards. Your customer data is stored in a secure database. We provide regular backups and security monitoring. However, you're responsible for your own data security practices—like choosing strong passwords and protecting your login credentials.

Manus automatically handles technical SEO for you. We ensure your website has:
• Fast loading speeds (important for Google rankings)
• Mobile-responsive design (required by Google)
• Clean, semantic HTML code
• Automatic SSL security
• Structured data markup

However, SEO success also depends on you. You need to:
• Create quality, relevant content about your business
• Use appropriate keywords naturally in your content
• Get backlinks from other websites
• Keep your website updated regularly

Manus provides the technical foundation for SEO success, but content quality and business reputation are equally important.

Manus offers transparent, credit-based plans starting at $20/month. With annual billing, you can save 17%. All plans include professional website building, in-depth research, and insightful slides. Visit our pricing page for more details.