5 Things to Demand From Your Web Developer
You're hiring a pro to build your website, so you have every right to demand certain things. Don't settle for a developer who just builds something that looks nice. Your website needs to be a tool that helps your business grow.
Your Must-Have Checklist:
- Mobile-First Design: Don't just ask if it's "mobile-friendly." Ask if they design for mobile first. Most of your customers will find you on their phones.
- You Own Everything: You should own your domain name, your website files, and all your content. Be careful of any developer who registers things in their own name.
- Analytics and Reports: The developer should set up analytics (like Google Analytics) and show you how to use it. You need to be able to see how many people are visiting your site and where they're coming from.
- Fast Load Times: A slow website will annoy visitors and hurt your Google ranking. A good developer knows how to make your site load fast.
- Training: Once the site is built, the developer should teach you how to make basic updates yourself.
Holding your developer to these standards makes sure you get a powerful business tool, not just a pretty online pamphlet.