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Looking for a web designer?

I have written numerous articles on the different facets of web design, usability, accessibility, SEO, etc. The one topic I have not whipped to date is selecting a web designer. There are many ins and outs regarding a website. The same goes for selecting a designer. Be careful in what you get for your money. Here are some things you might look for in your search.

What do you get for your money?

What is included? Design, content, search engine submission and optimization, graphic design and updates? You need to get these details so you can compare your quotes against each other.

Ongoing cost?

All websites have ongoing costs. Hosting, domain names and updates are the main three. Some companies offer lower up front costs to lock you into higher ongoing costs that end up costing you more such as; bandwidth, storage and email addresses.

Reliability?

With hosting and email, too much down time can make the whole experience a complete nightmare. You do not want to have to change hosts after six months because your designer has provided you with a poor host. Some people rely heavily on email and these are the people that need to choose carefully so their business is not impacted.

What about updates?

Updates and maintenance on your site is something that will eventually happen, even if you do not change the content frequently you will eventually change some content and so you need to know what it will cost over a year. It is all about the end result. Remember to choose a designer with the right skills, but also one that you can work with long term.

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