Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do I need a website?
- Not everyone needs to own a website. But if you own a business or are part of a group or community,
a website can be a valuable marketing and communication tool. Back to Top
- I need a website, but how do I start?
- First, focus on how you want to use your website and how that fits into your marketing
and customer relations. Then, request your Free Consultation and
we will help you put it all together. Back to Top
- How do I prepare the text for my site?
- Start by focusing on the story you want to tell about your business or art. We can assist
with organizing, editing, spelling and rewording. If you need a lot of copy for your site,
you might consider hiring a professional writer. Back to Top
- Do digital photos have to be in a specific format?
- Yes, web browsers can display JPEG, PNG, and GIF files. For photos or complex images we recommend
JPEG and for simple images, such as logos, we recommend PNG or GIF. If your images are in another format,
there are lots of ways we can convert them. Back to Top
- Can I use regular paper photos for my site?
- Yes, we can scan them and edit them as needed. Clarity is key, but we can enhance, crop and
resize scanned photos to fit your site. Back to Top
- How can I get professional photos on a budget?
- iStockphoto
offers stock photos under $5 for use on your website. There are many similar sites to choose from.
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- How do I get my website onto search engines?
- We build search engine-friendly websites and use descriptive page titles and keywords to help your ranking.
Also as part of our package, we will submit your site to major search engines, such as Google and Yahoo!.
We can also discuss other strategies, such as pay-per-click, to increase your visibility.
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- What is a shopping cart?
- A shopping cart is the software that pulls together a customer's order on your
website. You will need a shopping cart if you are selling items directly from your site.
For many small businesses, we recommend Paypal
for its no-cost startup, trusted brand recognition, and easy payment processing. Back to Top
- What is a content management system (CMS)?
- A content management system (CMS) is an application that enables the website owner to add, edit or delete content
for their site. Joomla is an example of an
open source content management system. Back to Top
- How can I accept credit cards?
- Even if you do not need the full functionality of a shopping cart,
Paypal may be a good option
for accepting credit card or other payments, through your website or email. Back to Top