Micro Website Templates (Free + Paid) for 2025
Copy-ready templates for the pages that matter: Home, Pillar, Best, VS, and How-to. Publish faster, keep intent tight, and build internal relevance that ranks.
Free vs Paid Templates (Comparison)
| Feature | Free Templates | Starter Kit (Paid) |
|---|---|---|
| Copy-ready blocks (H1–H3, CTAs) | Yes (basic) | Yes (optimized + examples) |
| Internal link prompts | Checklist | Pre-mapped anchors + routes |
| SEO checklist per page | Short | Full page-level checklist |
| Download formats | Inline | PDF + Doc + Notion |
| Support & updates | — | Included |
Home Template
- H1 = clear promise (benefit + audience)
- Short intro → primary CTA
- 3 quick “What you’ll get” bullets
- Links to Pillar • Tools • Start Guide
Copy block
H1: Build Small, Rank Fast – Micro Websites for [Audience] Intro: One focused problem. Lean pages. Clear monetization. CTA: Get the Starter Kit Blocks: - What we cover (Pillar • How-to • Best/VS) - Tools we use (link) - Latest guides (3 links)
Pillar Template
- Define the topic (include “microsite” as synonym once)
- When it’s ideal vs not
- Examples / simple diagram
- Internal links to Best/VS/How-to
Copy block
H1: What Is a Micro Website? (Microsite Explained) Intro: Clear definition + primary use-cases. H2: Benefits (speed, relevance, conversion) H2: Microsite vs Landing Page vs Website (table) H2: Examples (5 short) CTA: Start Guide • Tools
“Best” Roundup Template
- H1 includes modifier: “best [tool] for [use-case]”
- Top pick first + quick verdict
- Criteria table, pros/cons bullets
- Alternatives + who should pick what
Copy block
H1: Best [Tool] for [Audience] (2025) Intro: 2-sentence context + how we test Top Pick: [Brand] — 1-sentence why (CTA) Table: Brand • Price • Standout feature • Best for H2: Runner-ups (short cards) H2: How to choose (criteria) CTA: Tools page
“VS” Comparison Template
- H1: “[Brand] vs [Brand] — Which is better for [use-case]?”
- Verdict above the fold (who should pick which)
- Side-by-side table (features/pricing)
- Decision flow in bullets
Copy block
H1: [Brand] vs [Brand] — Which Is Better for [Use-case]? Verdict: Pick A if [X]; Pick B if [Y]. Table: Area • A • B H2: Key differences (3–5 bullets) H2: Who should choose A/B CTA: Start Guide • Tools
How-to Template
- H1 = query phrasing (“How to… in [time]”)
- Short intro, then steps H2/H3
- Screenshots/diagrams minimal but clear
- Mid-page CTA to Tools/Offer
Copy block
H1: How to [Outcome] in [Time] Intro: one-paragraph promise + prerequisites H2: Step 1 — ... H2: Step 2 — ... H2: Step 3 — ... CTA: Starter Kit
Internal Link Map (use this today)
- Every template → Tools • Start Guide • Orbit Blog
- Best/VS ↔ relevant How-to • all support pages → Pillar
- Homepage highlights: Pillar • Tools • Templates
FAQ
Do I need paid templates to start?
No. The free outlines above are enough to publish. Paid templates just reduce friction and add structure.
How many pages should I launch with?
Often 5–7 is plenty: Home, Pillar, 2× How-to, Best, VS, Tools.
How do I avoid thin content?
Match the query’s intent, add examples/tables, and link internally to related pages.