We have an outdated web site—do I have to provide you a new site map and detailed specifications before we can talk about re-designing the site?

A brief outline of what pages you wish to keep and what new pages you are adding is enough to get the dialogue started. As part of our initial design meeting, we will work with you to determime all your project requirements and to create detailed website specifications as needed.

Do you provide web site hosting?

We work with several website hosting companies and we can refer you to the right company for your website needs. We only work with hosting companies we have direct experience with, and, depending upon the complexity of your website, we match your website needs with the right company. We can also assist with moving your web site from your current hosting company if needed.

Can you help us with SEO? Our website is not coming up when searching with Google and other search engines.

Yes, we specialize in building Search Engine Optimized websites and we practice "organic" SEO so your website can rise naturally in search rankings. We build all our websites using SEO-friendly architecture so your website pages can be found by all major search engines.

How can I tell how many people are visiting my website and which pages are being viewed the most?

Our web hosting accounts include a web site analysis feature which allows you to view your web site statistics anytime. From the number of unique visitors to most popular pages, it's easy to learn how your web site is being used. We can also assist you with integrating Google Analytics, which is a great tool for understanding how your website is used by visitors, and can also offer web site strategy and periodic review of your web site statistics to make sure your web site is performing as expected.

Do you make updates to web sites?

Yes. We provide web site maintenance for several clients. Routine web site updates can be done in a few days, but if you have an emergency and need updates made quickly, we are very responsive to clients' needs. Depending upon your maintenance needs, we can set up a plan to give as much or as little time as needed.

How much does a web site cost?

There are many factors involved in determining what a website will cost to create. One factor is the total number of pages. Another major factor is the number of website features such as databases, photography, whether a client provides text or not, if a content management system is needed, and other factors.

Smaller websites with a few content pages and limited features are the least expensive to create and maintain. More complicated web sites with e-commerce or databases and administration capability will take more time to develop and test, thereby making them more costly. Once we have a chance to fully understand your website needs, we can provide a detailed proposal based on your exact requirements.

Can you update an older web site and give it a more contemporary look?

Yes. Your existing content can be combined with a brand new look and feel. In addition, we can help you analyze how your web is currently being used so the redesigned web site will be much more functional.

Can we add an email newsletter system to our website?

Yes. This is a very cost-effective marketing tool and a great way to leverage your website traffic. Many of our clients are also using email newsletters to keep in touch with existing clients in addition to providing information and news to potential customers. Design-First can provide a system which will give you unlimited lists, and unlimited emails per month as well as a custom email template.

My site has been up for a while, but I am not listed on most search engines. Can you get us listed?

Definitely. We provide a number of search engine services, from listing with search engines to Search Engine Optimization so your website can be more easily found.

What is involved in selling products through our website?

We are partners with Interspire, and most ecommerce websites can be built using the Interspire Shopping Cart system, which has built-in SEO, simple order processing and administration features for making it easy to market your products. We do all the software configuration and we help you every step of the way from initial discussion through website launch.

Can you register a domain name for me?

Yes, we can assist you with registering a domain name. It only takes a few minutes.

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