UK Web Site Design and Search Engine Optimisation
Web Design FAQ
Why should I get a website?
A good website establishes your presence online and brings customers to you. Many customers research the Internet before making purchases and your website can aid in their decision to do business with you. If you ignore the Internet as a communications channel you may find that your competitors steal a march on you.
I'm sold, I want a website! Where do I begin?
Great, start with dropping us a line! To reduce the time and cost of the project, you may want to consider what you want the website to achieve. Knowing that you wish to supply information about your product or service, whether you wish to sell directly, simply reach new markets, or provide customer support can help speed up the design process. Also consider the content that you would like to make available on your site and any preferences for design layouts or colour schemes.
Why should I get a domain name?
Domain names are a simple way of showing the professionalism of your website. It should be easy for your customers to remember, and your domain should form a part of your marketing strategy. On the practical side, it also means that you will not be tied to one webspace provider so that you can keep your website address while still being able to change your hosting service.
How long will it take before my web site is online?
Without trying to hedge our bets too much, it depends on your requirements and the scope of the project. Custom-built medium sized websites can be live within 4-6 weeks, with smaller projects taking quicker. However, we will endeavour to give you an accurate completion date after the design phase.
Can you get my website to the top in the search engines?
No company can guarantee a top position, and anyone that does is either employing unethical practices or is bending the truth. However, we design our websites with search engines in mind and our experience over the years means that we can provide you with good results. If you wish for more exposure, we can also advise on pay per click campaigns and other advertising avenues.
Will I retain the copyright?
Absolutely. Once a website has been paid for, full ownership will be turned over to you.
How can I update my website?
We provide templates for the site so that you have the option of doing it yourself, or hiring other developers to do it for you. Alternatively, you can keep us on retainer in order to maintain your website for whatever length of time you deem necessary.
If you have any questions that are not answered here, please feel free to contact Us.