Everyone should have their own website. Most clients don’t need a thing from us after we configure, and turn the keys over to you, the rightful owner. Here’s a basic introduction to what the entire purpose of a web site might be.
FOR BUSINESSES:
- Sites remain open 24/7 to a global audience. Yep.
- Most commerce is happening online.
- The Digital Age is changing to the Quantum Age. No worries.
- Websites / Web Sites are different from social media platforms.
- A web site is easier, and takes less time to deliver your message.
- Daily Backups. Restored sites.
- Analytics for Instant Business Prowess.
- Does your site display “Not Secure” in every browser? Mmmhmm.
FOR PERSONAL SITES:
- All of the stuff above included.
- Also, a site is technically yours. You’re renting / leasing it.
- You are the owner of your own content. Use it wisely.
- Search Engines will spread your info around really fast.
- They are inexpensive, sometimes free.
- Awesome sites are very inexpensive, good companies understand.
- Consider being your own boss, and jumping back to the Business area.
PRICING A WEB SITE SOLUTION:
Don’t even worry about it. Ultimately, we want these for free – and you can do it yourself. How much time are you willing to invest in learning a quick skill like deploying a secured web site? Here’s the easy-cheat-sheet.
- Domain Name – You get to be creative here. Get a few of them and see which marketing plan works best. They are inexpensive, and cost per-year is usually under $30 / Year. Choose one that is memorable, easy to speak, and easy to spell. It does not have to be your company name, silly…
- Web Hosting – This is by far the most important part of your online operation or personal site. This Web Hosting you hear so much about is the core of your business. It controls your emails, your storage space, backups, restorations, and databases of information which your site and software are built on. There are anti-spam features, and FTP (File Transfer Protocol) info, and it’s so important to go with a reputable, professional, business-class company. Put your money here for Managed or Dedicated servers, cloud computing, and all that fancy stuff you honestly don’t want to think about 24/7. Prices vary depending on company size and online traffic / resources needed. Estimated costs can be $30 / Month – $400,000 / Month – it’s past the year 2022, don’t be shocked.
- SSL Certificate – A necessary Secured Socket Layer for your site, since you’re passing private information (credit cards, personal information, passwords, account data, metadata, etc.). It’s no longer optional, your site will display as “NOT SECURE” for the world to see. Look to your web hosting company to apply an SSL Certificate. There are multiple levels and types, just ask them or call us—we’re happy to talk the lingo. Pricing varies depending on demand. Estimate between $40 / Year – $400 / Year
- The Web Site Itself – Design pricing can vary. Design it yourself, or pay a reasonable price to have someone else do all the graphics, DPI’s and photographs. Pros can also configure your site, secure it, and often times save you tons of money. Streamlining a eCommerce business is fast and easy. Estimate between $1000 – $100,000 for a pro site these days, all the perks included.
We cannot stress the importance of human trust enough. No technology can replace a smile, a promise kept, or a relationship with another human being.