So you have a new business, or maybe a well established-business, and you want to make a website for it. That’s great, but you may not know where to start. Here are five things we need to know before designing your website.
 
Functionality
Before you even begin to design the site of your dreams, you need to make sure that you understand how to actually make it functional. Coding is the number one thing that dictates how your site will work. If you don’t know anything about coding, hiring a professional is your best bet.
 
Aesthetic Appeal
The aesthetic of your site is what will draw in your clients and get them to stay on your site. Site aesthetic includes a wide variety of things. The actual text, the design, use of color, and even the white space are important for you to focus on so your site is as visually appealing as possible.
 
Search Engine Optimization
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is what will help you get your website on the map. When someone is searching for your site or a topic that is relevant to your site, you want them to be able to find it on a search engine. There are many tactics that help SEO, and professionals are the best people to consult for those tactics.
 
Mobile-Friendliness
Having a website that is mobile friendly is critical in today’s world. Almost half (48%) of users say the business does not care about their consumer if they are on a site that isn’t working well on their mobile device. Your customers should believe that you actually care about them. It will certainly be worth the extra time and resources to make your web design versatile for both mobile and desktop shoppers.
 
Purpose
It’s crucial to know the purpose of your site before you even think about buying a domain or writing a line of code. Web designers will tell you that having a central idea is almost always the first step in building a successful website. It kick starts the process as well as keeps you on track for the overall theme of the site.
 
There you have it. The five things we need to know before designing your website. Keep these in mind so that your business can be as successful as possible!