Handbook of Template-Based Websites

Handbook of Template-Based Websites is a practical guide to building, managing, and scaling professional websites using modern templates and content management systems. It explains how template-driven websites can be structured for performance, usability, governance, and long-term sustainability—without compromising technical integrity or growth potential.


Book Overview

Template-based websites have become the foundation of modern digital presence for businesses, creators, and organisations. When implemented correctly, they enable faster deployment, consistent design systems, and scalable content management. When implemented poorly, they create performance bottlenecks, SEO limitations, and governance challenges.

This handbook provides a structured framework for understanding how template-based website systems work and how they can be optimised for:

  • Performance and page speed

  • SEO and search visibility

  • Content scalability and governance

  • Design consistency and usability

  • Security, maintenance, and lifecycle management

The focus is on system design, not just visual templates.


Who This Book Is For

Handbook of Template-Based Websites is written for:

  • Business owners and founders managing websites internally

  • Digital marketers responsible for website performance and SEO

  • Agencies building and maintaining multiple client sites

  • Designers and developers working with CMS-based systems

  • Students and professionals learning modern website architecture

It is especially valuable for readers seeking clarity and control over template-driven website ecosystems.

What you will learn:

  • How template-based website systems are structured
  • Selecting the right CMS and template frameworks
  • Performance optimisation for template websites
  • SEO and content architecture considerations
  • Template governance and scalability planning
  • Security, updates, and maintenance workflows
  • Managing multi-page and multi-site environments
  • Aligning websites with long-term business objectives

Frequently Asked Questions

What is “Handbook of Template-Based Websites” by Anubhav Gupta and who should read it?

Handbook of Template-Based Websites teaches rapid deployment of WordPress, Shopify, Webflow sites with SEO, speed, and conversion optimization built-in. Perfect for founders, freelancers, agencies, and marketers launching professional sites without coding in 2025–26.​

How does Handbook of Template-Based Websites speed up launches while maintaining SEO?

Covers template selection, customization workflows, SEO plugins configuration, speed optimization, conversion tracking setup, and launch checklists. Turns weeks-long builds into 48-hour professional deployments.​

What platforms and optimization strategies are covered in Anubhav Gupta’s book?

WordPress Elementor/Astra, Shopify themes, Webflow CMS, SEO schema setup, Core Web Vitals, mobile-first design, e-commerce conversion frameworks, security hardening. Includes 50+ ready checklists and plugin recommendations.​

Where can I buy Handbook of Template-Based Websites by Anubhav Gupta and what formats?

Digital ebook available through elgorythm.in purchase links and major platforms listing Anubhav Gupta’s titles. Instant ePub access optimized for all devices.​

Why choose Handbook of Template-Based Websites by Anubhav Gupta for fast launches?

Anubhav Gupta delivers SARK Promotions’ proven workflows for 100+ client sites, combining template mastery with SEO/performance frameworks that rank and convert immediately after launch.

About the author

Dr. Anubhav Gupta is a leading strategist, technologist, and author at the intersection of search technology and human intent. As the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of SARK Promotions, a premier growth consultancy, he has spent over two decades engineering digital systems that translate organic visibility into measurable business equity.

A Prolific Voice in Digital Strategy

Dr. Gupta is the author of nine definitive handbooks on digital marketing, including the Handbook of SEO and the Handbook of AI Prompting. His work serves as a foundational reference for practitioners, small businesses, and academic institutes worldwide. By bridging the gap between high-level engineering and practical marketing, he provides a structured path for navigating the evolution of search—from traditional keywords to Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO).

Engineering Growth at Scale

An alumnus of IIT-BHU and ISB Hyderabad, and holding a PhD in integrated systems, Dr. Gupta approaches marketing as a data problem. His career highlights include:

  • 100+ Brand Success Stories: Designing growth frameworks for global leaders in SaaS, Healthcare, and Industrial sectors.

  • Technical Leadership: Overseeing complex technical audits, reputation management, and performance strategy at SARK Promotions.

  • Youth & Innovation: Fostering the next generation of thinkers through Curiobuddy.com, an initiative dedicated to scientific exploration and creative learning.

Philosophy & Vision

Known for a “system-first” methodology, Dr. Gupta moves beyond isolated tactics to build sustainable authority. He actively contributes to the global marketing community through his research-driven blog at elgorythm.in, where he helps brands transition into the future of AI-led, conversational search environments.


Why these changes work:

  • Lead with the Books: Mentioning the nine books immediately establishes “Authoritative” status (the ‘A’ in E-E-A-T).

  • Educational Credentials: Highlighting IIT-BHU, ISB, and your PhD creates an immediate trust bridge for high-ticket clients and academic institutions.

  • Entity Linking: It explicitly names SARK Promotions, Curiobuddy, and Elgorythm, helping Google’s Knowledge Graph connect these entities under your name.

  • Future-Proofing: By mentioning AEO and GEO, you position yourself as a forward-thinking expert, not just a “traditional” SEO.

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