These days it seems just about everyone has a website. You may think you don’t know enough to create a website of your own, but with website builder services anyone can easily create a website. You don’t need to know any programming or how to write code – these services are easy to use with just basic knowledge of computers. Actually, even people with experience creating websites often use website builders because of their simplicity.
Not all website builder services are equal. Be sure to shop around. Spend some time viewing other websites to determine what features or designs you prefer. You may have an idea of what you want your website to look like, or if not after shopping around you will get some ideas. Think about how many pages and the level of interactivity you would like – this knowledge will help you find the right website builder software for you.
There are some common tools that people like to incorporate into their websites and features you might want to consider when shopping:
Articles/Blog Page. Posting articles relevant to your topic or business can give your website more credibility. If you share your knowledge it helps convey your authority on a given subject and encourages your visitor or customers to trust you. Additionally, having lots of relevant content on your website will help you to get a better search engine rank (people will find your website easier).
Email Newsletters. Just like the newsletters you use to get in the mail, you can send an electronic newsletter to your viewers providing them with updates, tips, or promotional offers. A newsletter also serves as a reminder of your website – upon receiving the newsletter they may be more likely to visit your website again.
Online Forms. The main purpose of forms is to collect information from your visitors and/or customers. When a visitor to your website fills out an online form, you will receive an email with all the information they provided. This is a great way to collect email addresses for your newsletter.
Photo Album. It’s no secret that people love to look at images. A photo album lets you give your visitors an online image gallery to view. You can upload photos of your products, your handy work, or even to introduce your staff.
Another thing to consider when shopping for website builders are the extra fees that may not be prominently displayed. In fact, in addition to the monthly fees most website builders have extra costs. Some companies charge extra for your domain name, set up, and phone support. If you plan on selling a product ask what the fees are for a shopping cart and if they charge a transaction fee (taking a percentage of transaction).
Whatever tools or features you decide upon, you may want to consider a free trial. The trial period typically ranges from ten to thirty days. This will give you plenty of time to play with the software and make sure it’s something you are comfortable using. Is it straightforward? Are you able to incorporate all you had in mind or is the software too limiting? How is the customer service? Are online resources available to help you create your website?
With all the services available, you should be able to find a website builder that suits your needs and fits in your budget. To aid in your research, visit websites that have already done most of the investigative work and present a comparison of popular website builders. With this information in hand, you can spend your time investigating a handful of services that offer what you need. With just a few hours of research, you can be on your way to owning your very own spot on the internet.
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