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Consider this scenario
before creating a website. You went to a website and saw something that piqued
your interest so much that you decided to stay and look for more on that
website. Most of us have had similar experiences, don't you think? Was it the
website's color scheme? Or was it the homepage image? Was it simple to navigate
and answer questions? The reason could be anything or many, but the underlying
fact is, what makes your website interesting enough for a visitor to stay and
scan the content? It is website design – the key to developing a website that
is not only captivating to visitors but also user-friendly.
1.
Website's URL
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This is also referred
to as WEBSITE/SITE NAME/DOMAIN NAME.
This is one of the
most important aspects to consider when planning and building it. This must be
done in such a way that it makes sense for your business. A bad
address would be simply your name or a random name that does not describe the
business.
Website structure
or map
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This will decide the
appearance of your website.
Before you initiate
your design, It is important to formulate the formal structure for it. It is
critical to creating a good structure so that viewers who visit it are not
confused by content and topic. The map should be branched pyramidally or
tree-like from the top (home page) to other categories so that everything has
a logical meaning and the information on the site flows in a logical order.
Important information:
Google places a higher value on a site's well-designed hierarchy. As a result,
it is critical to creating the proper map and structure for easy navigation.
Dependable hosting
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Avoid free hosting
services in favor of hosting with good customer support that is available 24
hours a day.
Poor hosting has several negative effects on the site, including slow loading, which can be
aggravating to your visitors, and the frequent and non-availability of severe
errors, which harm SEO optimization.
Critical Business
Information/Service
The biggest
misconception people make is that they build a website based on their own
desires and what they like, instead of what others want.
Getting In Touch
Contact information is
crucial in the business world. And this requires its own section. This contains
information such as a phone number, email address, contact forms, and an
address, all of which should be easily accessible and visible.
Security
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Sensitive material on
the internet can be lost in the blink of an eye if proper care is not taken, so
make sure to obtain or obtain a valid SSL certificate for your site. This is
preferable because an encryption system protects your and your client's data
even if hackers gain access to it. Including personal stories and reviews on
your website will build brand loyalty.
Mobile-friendly/mobile-version
Since these gadgets,
tables, and mobile devices are overwhelmingly being used for internet access,
it is important to ensure that it is adaptable and easy to navigate on these
types of small screens.
Use of social media.
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The advancement of
social media networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok is great
for driving traffic to a website, but keep in mind that there is no need to be
on every platform possible; instead, choose one that suits your audience.
Conducting research on your audience target makes it easy to make your
decision.
Other factors
- Website budgeting
- Effective color and
theme
- Designing language
- Specific branding
- Compatibility with
most browsers
- Captcha tests
- Customers reviews and testimonials
Conclusion
I believe you have gained
an understanding of the importance of having a website in today's world, as
well as the most significant factors to consider, from this article. Also, keep
in mind that looks can be deceiving.
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