Noob question: How can I host and build my own website for free/cheap and keep my photography safe from AI-data scraping?

As the title states, I am a noob, and maybe I am out of touch with reality in the modern age, so just let me know if so.

I've messed around with godaddysites, wordpress, etc. and built several sites with the toolbox and interface provided by the website builder. I currently know very little code, but I am open to learning how to deal with basics.

All I want is a simple site to share my photography/photo essays that keeps AI scrapers out. To be frank, I don't work hard on my photography for the purpose of having it be scraped, mutilated, and regurgitated into someone else's AI-generated hobby lobby wall art. I don't need google visibility or complex features. It may be beneficial to have shopify incorporated eventually, but not necessary.

Any help appreciated. Thanks!