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@ladyprowess · 05 Dec 2021

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How to make a website

Technological advancement is sweeping through every area of life, Businesses, instructions, government agencies, Humanitarian groups, and lots more, aim at having a functional online presence and website happens to be one of the most reliable mediums to reach out and convey your message to a wider audience on the internet. For Business owners, most customers will expect to be able to find your business, your products/services, your contact information on the internet.

Having a clear and well-defined purpose for a website should be the first step to creating one. It's a good idea to think about what you hope to achieve with your website before you start, also researching your competitors' websites can help you get a clear idea of what may work best for you.

Essential facts you need to know for creating a website.

• Consider what your customers want to know, not just what you want to tell them or sell.
• Hire to help you: An unprofessional website can potentially put customers off.
• Update your website regularly, especially if you include information about your prices.
• Ensure your contact details are correct and easy for your customers to find.
• Promote your website in your marketing material and include it on your business cards.
• Learn how to optimize your website so it can be seen easily on search engines, such as Google, to find.

• Get your domain name Registered: The domain name you choose to use should reflect your products or services. This will enable your customers to find your business through a search engine. your domain name to be similar to your business name, this will make your customers trust your brand more. To register your domain name, you will need to find an accredited registrar and pay a fee. Remember to note when your domain name will need renewing so it doesn't expire. Letting your domain name expire could leave your business vulnerable to cyber-criminals.
• Get a web hosting company: Find and pay a web hosting company to get your domain name on the internet. In most cases, major internet service providers offer web hosting services. They can also provide you with multiple email addresses. Also note, Monthly fees for web hosting vary depending on how large your website is and how many visits you get.
• Prepare your content: Preparing an outline of what you want your customers to be able to do via your website, will help you work out what sections or pages you want to include. Consider what information or transactions your customers will want and make sure the site is structured to make it easy for them to find and do the things they need.
• Hiring a professional to design your site or to write and structure your content should be considered especially if you're not well trained to handle such a task. You know, a website that is well designed and easy for customers to use will help your business stand out and will increase customers engagement.