See how a new website can give your business the boost it needs!

If you've been wondering if your website is "good enough" or how you could improve things, you're not alone. In this day and age, everyone is online and a website that felt new a year or two ago can begin to feel dated quickly without proper upkeep. If you've failed to add new photos, update plugins or keep your services and prices current, your site can feel clunky or out of style, but it doesn't have to! Keep reading to see if your website is a good candidate for a redesign, or simply needs a little "tlc."

You May Need a New Website If...

1. Your Website is Not Responsive
   If your website is not responsive, it won't load properly on mobile. This means when someone pulls up your site on their iPhone or mobile device, they have to "pinch" to zoom in or out in order to see the site properly. Sites without responsive design need more than new photos or style updates - they need a new theme or a complete redesign. If you check your analytics, you'll notice the majority of users are accessing your site via mobile, so this needs to be a top priority! Many new sites offer a "mobile first" experience meaning the template or theme is actually designed to perform BEST on a phone. Regardless of your industry, we can help you find the right design to highlight your products or services.
   
   
2. Your Website is REALLY Difficult to Update
   If you can't update your site, is it serving you well? Sometimes a site looks okay on the outside, but if the backend is a total mess, it can be more of a hassle than a help to your business. If you need to update prices, pictures and information regularly, a nightmare website can cost you time and money. This is one of the reasons we offer an hour long training for all of the custom sites & Shopify sites we design. We want our clients to learn exactly how to manage things and feel confident in making basic updates or changes.
   
   
3. You Want to Add New Features that Your Site Does Not Offer
   Ready to add an online membership to your site or make the switch from a DIY ecommerce site to a professional Shopify site? Some website platforms are limited in what they can offer your business so if you're ready to upgrade, it may be a good time to consider a redesign or take the plunge to a better online shopping experience.
   
   
4. Your Website Needs a Serious Facelift
   While many cosmetic changes can be applied to the site you currently have, there are times when it's more cost effective to start fresh. A new theme or a new design platform can often provide better SEO, faster page speed and a more user-friendly experience. If your site has been neglected and it's past the point of making some easy updates to bring it up to date, let's talk about your options! My team would be happy to work with you when it comes to your web design, branding or photography needs. 

Whether you feel like you have your work cut out for you, or you're ready to start contacting web designers, I hope this checklist is helpful to you. Your website is a chance to make a great first impression with potential clients or customers, so be sure it's fast, user-friendly and up to date. If you need help with any of those things, give us a call today!

-Rachel