Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before we build your site.

How do I get a domain name for my new website?

I recommend purchasing your domain through Porkbun or Namecheap — both are affordable, user-friendly, and give you full ownership.

My recommendation: Buy it yourself so you retain complete ownership. You'll just need to point the domain's DNS records to the hosting server I provide during setup.

Need help? I can walk you through the purchase step-by-step, or if you prefer, you can share your login credentials securely and I can handle it on your behalf.

How do I set up hosting for my website?

For most small business sites, I recommend Vercel (for static sites) or a managed provider like Hostinger or SiteGround for traditional server environments.

My process:

  1. I build and test your site on my staging environment
  2. Once approved, I deploy it to your hosting account
  3. I connect your domain and configure SSL (the HTTPS padlock)

You can either: set up the hosting account yourself and provide me access, or I can recommend the right plan and guide you through signup. I do not resell hosting — this keeps costs transparent and ensures you own your account outright.

What are your payment terms?

50% upfront, 50% upon completion.

Milestone Payment When
Project kickoff 50% deposit Before work begins
Site launch 50% final payment Upon your approval

Payment method: PayPal (invoiced to your email)

What "completion" means: The site is live, all agreed-upon features are functional, and you've signed off on the final review. Minor tweaks (font changes, copy edits) within 30 days of launch are included at no extra charge.

How long will it take to build my website?

Typical timeline: 2–6 weeks depending on project scope.

  • Simple brochure site (5 pages, no custom features): 2–3 weeks
  • Small business site (blog, forms, galleries): 3–4 weeks
  • E-commerce or advanced features (payments, booking, portals): 4–6+ weeks

The clock starts once I receive your deposit, content, and brand assets. Delays in providing feedback or content will extend the timeline.

What do I need to provide before we start?

To keep things moving smoothly, I'll need:

  • Written content for each page (or a detailed outline)
  • Logo and brand assets (or I can design a simple logo for an additional fee)
  • High-quality photos (your own, stock photos I can source, or I can recommend a photographer)
  • Any specific examples of websites you like (and what you like about them)

Don't have everything ready? No problem — I can work with placeholder content and refine together, or I offer copywriting assistance as an add-on service.

Will my website work on mobile phones?

Absolutely. Every site I build is fully responsive, meaning it automatically adapts to look great on desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

I test across common screen sizes and browsers before launch. Mobile-first design is standard — not an upsell.

Can I update the website myself after it's built?

I handle content updates for you, so you can focus on running your business rather than learning web tools. For minor changes — text edits, swapping images, adding blog posts — I offer two flexible options:

  • Pay-as-you-go: Billed at my hourly rate for individual updates as you need them.
  • Monthly maintenance package: A flat monthly fee covering regular content updates, security patches, and priority support — no surprise bills.

If your site grows to need frequent updates, we can always revisit adding editable sections or a CMS later. For now, I've got you covered.

Do you offer ongoing support or maintenance after launch?

Yes. I offer flexible maintenance options:

Plan What's Included
Pay-as-you-go Hourly rate for updates as needed
Monthly retainer Priority support, regular backups, security updates, minor content changes

I also provide a 30-day warranty after launch for any bugs or issues related to the original build.

What if I need changes after the site is live?

Minor tweaks are included. For the first 30 days after launch, small adjustments (text edits, image swaps, color tweaks) are covered at no charge.

Larger changes or new features (adding pages, new functionality, redesigns) are quoted separately or billed at my hourly rate.

What platform or technologies do you use?

I specialize in React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern CSS — the same technologies used by companies like Netflix, Stripe, and Vercel.

This means your site will be:

  • Fast — optimized performance
  • Secure — modern security practices
  • Scalable — easy to grow with your business
  • SEO-friendly — search engines can find you

I don't use restrictive page-builder platforms that lock you into monthly subscriptions or limit customization.

What happens if I want to move my site to another developer later?

You own everything. Because you purchased your own domain and hosting, and I use standard, widely-supported technologies, any qualified developer can pick up where I left off.

I provide clean, well-documented code and can hand off all files, credentials, and documentation upon request.

What if I don't like the design?

We iterate together. Before I write any code, I create a design mockup for your review and approval. This is the time to share honest feedback — major changes are much easier (and cheaper) at the design stage than after development.

I include 2 rounds of revisions in my base pricing. Additional revision rounds are billed at my hourly rate.

Do you offer e-commerce or online store functionality?

Yes. I can integrate secure payment processing (Stripe, PayPal) for product sales, service bookings, donation collection, or membership subscriptions.

E-commerce projects require additional planning for product catalogs, inventory, shipping, and tax considerations — we'll discuss these during our initial consultation.

Can you help with SEO (getting found on Google)?

Yes. Every site I build includes technical SEO best practices:

  • Clean URL structures
  • Fast loading speeds
  • Mobile optimization
  • Proper meta tags and structured data
  • XML sitemaps submitted to search engines

For ongoing SEO strategy (keyword research, content optimization, link building), I can recommend trusted specialists or handle basic on-page SEO as an add-on.

Still have questions?

I'm happy to chat — no pressure, no obligation.

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