When building your first website, you may encounter technical terms that seem complex. You don't need to memorize this list; simply refer back to it whenever you come across a term you don't understand.
Each entry explains two things: the plain-English meaning and the context in which you will encounter it within Kanorio.
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| Website | All pages and content visible to others via your URL. | The object you select, edit, and publish in the dashboard. |
| Page | A single content page within your website, such as Home, About Us, or Services. | Managed in the "Pages" feature of the website editor. |
| Homepage | The primary page visitors see first after entering your main URL (/). | Listed first in the "Pages" feature of the website editor. |
| Module | A content block on a webpage that can be combined like building blocks. | Hero sections, text/image blocks, FAQs, headers, and footers are all modules. |
| Layout | The arrangement of a module, such as image on the left and text on the right. | Switched within the edit panel of certain modules. |
| Draft | A version you are currently modifying that is not yet visible to visitors. | Drafts are automatically saved when editing existing modules and posts. |
| Version History |
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| Edit Site | The workspace for modifying website content. | Enter "Edit Site" from the sidebar. |
| Topbar | The main toolbar at the top of the website editor screen. | Used to add modules, manage pages, open settings, and publish. |
| Edit Panel | The settings area that appears after clicking on content, allowing you to change text, images, and links. | Opens after clicking on a module in the central preview. |
| Device Preview | Simulates how the website looks on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. | The device switching feature in the website editor toolbar. |
| AI (Artificial Intelligence) | A tool that helps generate website drafts or copy based on the information you provide. | Site creation flow, AI-generated pages, module generation, and AI writing. |
| AI Credits | The AI usage quota provided by your plan; each AI action consumes a fixed number of credits (e.g., 10 credits for generating a page, 1 credit for AI writing). | Shared among all free websites in your account for the Free plan; Pro and Business plans have monthly credits per website. |
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| URL | The complete address of a webpage, e.g., https://yourbrand.com/about. | When sharing your website, setting button links, or checking live pages. |
| Domain | The main address of your website, e.g., yourbrand.com. | When purchasing or connecting your own website address. |
| Subdomain | A name added before the main domain, e.g., mellowcoffee.kanorio.com. | The free URL set during the first publish. |
| Custom Domain | A domain you own and connect to Kanorio. | Can be connected in publishing settings for Pro or Business plans. |
| DNS | The navigation system for URLs that tells the browser where the website is actually hosted. | Must be configured when connecting an externally purchased domain to Kanorio. |
| CNAME Record | A type of DNS record that points one URL to another domain. | Used for some custom domain connections. |
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| SEO (Search Engine Optimization) | Practices that make it easier for search engines like Google to understand and index your website content. | The "SEO" section in the sidebar (Overview, Health Check, Site Speed, Pages, Structure, Settings) and the SEO panel for each page. |
| Site Search | Allows visitors to search for pages, blog posts, or products directly within your website (unrelated to external search engines like Google). | Configured in Header settings under "Function Buttons → Search" and the /search results page on the live site; to hide a page from site search, check "Exclude from site search" in the page's SEO panel under "Advanced." See . |
| AEO / GEO (AI Search Optimization) | Allows AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews to understand your website and recommend your brand directly in their answers. | The system automatically generates /llms.txt and a knowledge graph; see . |
| SEO Health Score | A 0–100 health metric calculated based on whether publicly indexable pages have severe or minor issues. | The "SEO › Health Check" tab. |
| Fix with AI | AI automatically fills in or rewrites missing meta titles, descriptions, and image alt text in the background; reversible within 7 days. | The "SEO › Health Check" tab and the individual page health check panel. |
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| SaaS | Software services used directly via the internet without the need for self-installation or server maintenance. | Kanorio's service model. |
| Passwordless | No traditional password; identity is confirmed via Google account, email verification code, or Passkey. | Kanorio login page. |
| Passkey | A login key stored on your phone or computer, unlocked via fingerprint, facial recognition, or device passcode, protecting against phishing sites. Called "Passkey" in Chrome and iPhone. | The "Sign in with Passkey" option on the login page; can be set up in prompts after login or in account settings. |
| OTP (One-Time Password) | A numeric verification code that can only be used once for a short period. | The 6-digit verification code in your email login message. |
| Magic Link | A one-time link that completes the login process when clicked. | A quick login method provided in some email login messages. |
| OAuth | An authorization method that allows one service to act on your behalf with your consent, without sharing your password. | When clicking "Sign in with Google"; or when connecting Kanorio to tools like ChatGPT or Claude and clicking "Allow" (see ). |
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| Store | A feature for selling digital or physical products on your website. The help center is divided into , , , and . The old term "Online Store" is still searchable. | The "Store" section in the sidebar. |
| Digital Product | Delivered as a file or online content after payment. | Select "Digital Product" when creating a product. See . |
| Physical Product | Products that require shipping. Shipping methods must be selected. | Select "Physical Product" when creating a product. See . |
| Shopping Cart | Allows buyers to check out multiple fixed-price items at once. Enabled by default for new websites. | “Store › Settings › General” → "Enable Shopping Cart"; the header button is in Header settings under "Function Buttons." See . |
| Multi-Payment | A payment gateway that includes multiple tools like credit cards and ATM transfers. Only one gateway can be used on the checkout page at a time; another can be used as a backup. | Payment management. See . |
| Mobile Payment | A single wallet, such as LINE Pay or JKOPAY. Can appear on the checkout page simultaneously with multi-payment gateways. | Payment management. |
| Term | Definition | Where to find it in Kanorio |
|---|---|---|
| Contact | Anyone who has left an email or phone number, including those who filled out forms, made purchases, or were added manually; used as a mailing list. | "Customers › Contacts"; see . |
| Buyer | A contact who has made a payment in your store; displays cumulative spending, order count, and recent orders. | "Customers › Contacts" and select "Show buyers only"; see . |
| Segment | A group of contacts automatically filtered based on conditions; people who meet the criteria are automatically added or removed. | "Segment Management" in "Customers › Contacts"; select who to send newsletters to; see . |
| Automated Notification | Emails automatically sent by the system when a buyer places an order or a visitor submits a form, such as order confirmation, shipping updates, or form confirmation. These are always sent, do not require subscription, and have no unsubscribe link. | "Store › Settings › Shopping Notifications" and "Marketing › Online Forms › Form Confirmation Emails"; see and . |
| Newsletter | Emails you write and send to a selected list of recipients, such as new arrivals, promotions, or event invitations. Only sent to subscribers, and must include an unsubscribe link; many countries have regulations requiring prior consent. | "Marketing › Newsletter"; see and . |
If you are building your first website, the most common terms you will use are "Module, Draft, Publish, Subdomain, and CTA." Understanding these is enough to get started; you can always look up other terms as needed.
A draft is an internal version you are currently editing, which is not visible to visitors. Publishing syncs your draft to the live version, making it visible to anyone with the URL.
A subdomain is a free URL provided by Kanorio, such as yourbrand.kanorio.com. A custom domain is a URL you purchase and own yourself, such as yourbrand.com. See Custom Domains for details.
No. Domain forwarding manages which domain acts as the primary entry point (e.g., pointing a secondary domain to your main domain), while redirect rules manage which specific paths should redirect elsewhere. See URL Redirects for details.
No. SEO is the foundational work that helps search engines understand your website content. Search rankings are also influenced by content quality, competition, website history, and other factors.
No. If you use a free subdomain, you don't need to configure DNS for your first publish. You only need to adjust DNS settings according to our instructions when connecting a domain purchased elsewhere. Please read Connecting an Existing Domain.
No. AI credits are the quota for using AI generation features, while platform fees are the transaction fees calculated based on your plan when a sale occurs.
| The system automatically retains a 30-day history for website drafts and blog posts (including auto-saves every 10 minutes, published versions, and backups before AI edits or restores), which you can preview and restore to draft. |
| Top left of the website and post editor toolbars (bottom navigation on mobile devices). |
| Publish | Sync your draft to the live website. | Click "Publish" in the top toolbar after editing is complete. |
| Preview | View how your website will look before publishing. | The central area of the website editor provides a real-time preview. |
| Global Section | A module that, when modified, updates across all pages where it appears. | Headers and footers are typically global sections. |
| Link in bio | A secondary landing page that consolidates links to social media, bookings, and portfolios. | Can be selected as a Link in bio or brand website at the end of the site creation flow; can also be added to an existing brand website via "Pages". |
| RWD / Responsive Web Design | The website automatically adjusts its layout based on the screen size of mobile devices, tablets, and computers. | Switch between device previews in the website editor to check the effect. |
| Content Language |
| The language AI uses to generate website text. |
| Selected in the first step of the site creation flow; can differ from the interface language. |
| UI Language | The language you see for buttons, menus, and operating instructions. | The 6 languages available in the Kanorio interface. |
| CTA (Call to Action) | Buttons that guide visitors on what to do next. | Examples include "Book Now," "Contact Us," or "View Products." |
| WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) | The ability to see an effect close to the live website while editing. | The real-time preview operation mode in the center of the website editor. |
| A Record |
| A type of DNS record that points a URL to a server's IP address. |
| Used for some domain provider configurations. |
| DNS Propagation Time | The time required for global networks to read new settings after a DNS modification. | May need to wait for settings to take effect after connecting a domain. |
| HTTPS / SSL | The lock icon and encrypted connection before a URL that protects data transmitted between the browser and the website. | Usually appears in the browser address bar after the website goes live. |
| CDN | A distributed network of servers that helps load the website faster for visitors. | Used by the platform infrastructure; no manual setup required. |
| Redirect Rules | Tells the system to automatically send visitors to a new address when they open an old one. | The redirect rules section in "Site Settings → Domain". |
| 301 Permanent Redirect | A long-term move; also tells search engines to "remember the new address." | A redirect method option; also used for domain forwarding. |
| 302 Temporary Redirect | A short-term detour; may change back later. | A redirect method option, suitable for maintenance or short-term traffic routing. |
| When visitors go to | The path after the domain, e.g., about. | When adding a redirect rule, the domain is already displayed on the left; you only need to fill in the path. |
| Redirect all pages underneath | Redirects all sub-pages under a specific path. The system still processes this via range matching. | A toggle in redirect rules; can be combined with "Keep sub-path" if needed. |
| Meta Title | The page title often displayed in Google search results and browser tabs. | The "Meta Title" in page SEO settings. |
| Meta Description | A short summary text below the meta title in search results. | The "Meta Description" in page SEO settings. |
| Open Graph (Share Image / Share Title / Share Description) | Data used to determine the preview image, title, and description when sharing links on social media. | The "Social Sharing" section in page SEO settings. |
| Noindex | A tag that tells search engines not to include this page (or the entire website) in search results. | The "Allow search engines to index this page" toggle in page SEO settings and the global indexing toggle in "SEO › Settings." |
| Canonical URL | Specifies the official URL that search engines should prioritize when similar content exists at multiple URLs. | The "Advanced → Canonical URL" setting in page SEO (automatically generated by default). |
| Sitemap | A list of website pages for search engines to read, not a map for human visitors. | Automatically generated at /sitemap.xml; can be viewed in "SEO › Settings › Advanced." |
| Robots.txt | A rule file that tells search engines or other crawlers which content can be accessed. | The robot rule file in "SEO › Settings › Advanced," and blocking rules in "Analytics › AI Robots." |
| LLMs.txt / LLMs-full.txt | A website guide and full-text Markdown file provided for AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity to read. | Automatically generated at /llms.txt; can be viewed in "SEO › Settings › Advanced." |
| IndexNow | A protocol that proactively notifies search engines like Bing, Naver, and Yandex to crawl your site when content is updated. | Automatically triggered by the system when page, post, or product URLs are added, updated, or removed. |
| Google Search Console (GSC) | A free tool provided by Google to verify your site, submit sitemaps, and view search clicks, impressions, and indexing status. | View data in "SEO › Overview" after connecting in "SEO › Settings." |
| GTM (Google Tag Manager) | A Google tool for centrally managing tracking codes. | Used in "Site Settings › Tracking Codes." |
| GA4 (Google Analytics 4) | Google's traffic analysis tool to help you understand visitor sources and behavior. | Can be connected via third-party tracking tools. |
| Meta Pixel | A tracking tool used for Meta ads to understand conversions driven by ads. | Can be connected via third-party tracking tools. |
| Cookie | Small data files temporarily stored in the browser to remember settings or support analytics. | Set up a cookie consent banner in "Site Settings › Tracking Codes." |
| API Key | A password starting with knr_pat_ that, when given to an AI assistant or program, allows them to operate your website within your specified permissions. | The "API Access" section in account settings (see ). |
| MCP (Model Context Protocol) | A universal standard for AI assistants to connect to external services. Once connected to the Kanorio MCP server, AI can build sites, edit pages, and publish for you. | When connecting to AI assistants like Cursor, Claude Code, or ChatGPT (see ). |
| 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) | Requires entering a 6-digit code from an authenticator app in addition to your primary login method. | Enabled in "Login & Security" within account settings. |
| Backup Code | A backup security code used to log in if your phone or authenticator app is lost; each code can only be used once. | Must be saved securely after enabling 2FA; can be regenerated in account settings when running low. |
| Payment Management | The panel for deciding which payment methods appear on the checkout page, their order, and switching to backup gateways. | “Site Settings › Payments.” See . |
| Product Catalog | An e-commerce module that lists multiple products, making it easy for visitors to browse and purchase. | Edit website store categories; see . |
| Quick Buy | A purchase panel that opens after a visitor clicks a product from the catalog, allowing them to select options and proceed to checkout. | When the product catalog does not have independent product pages. |
| Independent Product Page | A dedicated public page for each product, allowing for more complete descriptions and purchase blocks. | The "Pages › Store" tab in the website editor; see . |
| Stripe | An international payment service provider that handles credit card payments and transaction flows. | When setting up payment methods. |
| Stripe Connect | A platform payment architecture provided by Stripe that allows platforms to help merchants integrate payments. | May be encountered when starting to use the Kanorio store; see . |
| Embedded Checkout | Buyers can pay without leaving your website; distinct from Hosted Checkout, which redirects to a payment page. | When checking out with Stripe / PAYUNi / SHOPLINE Payments; see . |
| Payment Element | A payment component embedded in the checkout page by Stripe where buyers enter card numbers or select payment methods. | When receiving payments with Stripe Connect. |
| UNiEmbed | A method for embedding card payments directly into the checkout page using the PAYUNi unified gateway. | When using PAYUNi unified gateway for payments. |
| Platform Fee | The store transaction fee charged by Kanorio based on your website plan, calculated separately from payment processing fees. | 9% for Free, 3% for Pro, 0% for Business. See . |
| Payment Processing Fee | Fees charged by payment service providers (e.g., Stripe, PAYUNi) based on the payment method used. | Payment settings, order details, and . |
| Chargeback | A buyer disputes a payment with their card-issuing bank, requesting a reversal or refund. | Store orders and . |
Allows emails sent to customers to originate from your own domain, e.g., hello@yourbrand.com. |
| "Site Settings › Email"; see . |
| Inbox | The button in the bottom right of the dashboard that centralizes site notifications and customer support conversations from Kanorio. | See . |