What to Ask Your Website Company

If you’re a small business owner looking to build or improve your website, you might not know where to start. With so many web design companies, platforms and pricing models, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—or worse, to make an expensive mistake.

This guide is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to make an informed decision when choosing a website provider. Whether you’re setting up a new site or revamping an existing one, these articles will walk you through the key things to consider, the questions to ask, and the red flags to watch out for. By the end, you’ll be ready to hire a website company that delivers a site that works for your business, your budget, and your long-term success.

  1. Introduction
  2. Defining your website goals
  3. Choosing the right platform
  4. SEO & performance
  5. Security & ongoing maintenance
  6. Content & user experience
  7. E-commerce & payment systems
  8. Integrations & automation
  9. Pricing & ownership
  10. Red flags & how to spot a bad website company
  11. Conclusion & final checklist