WIX WEBSITES & SHOPIFY WEBSITE DESIGNER
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What services does Flow Cre8tive offer for website design?Flow Cre8tive provides a full suite of website design services tailored to meet your unique needs. Our offerings include custom design solutions, Wix and Shopify website development, responsive design for optimal viewing on all devices, SEO optimization to enhance search engine visibility, comprehensive e-commerce solutions, and ongoing website maintenance to ensure your site remains in peak condition.
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How do I get started with Flow Cre8tive for my website project?Getting started with Flow Cre8tive is simple. You can schedule a discovery call through our website or send us an email at contact@flowcre8tive.com. During the call, we’ll discuss your project in detail and create a custom quote tailored to your specific needs. This ensures that every aspect of your vision is captured and planned for.
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Can Flow Cre8tive help with SEO for my website?Absolutely! We offer dedicated SEO services designed to boost your website’s visibility on search engines. Our team of SEO experts will optimise your site’s content, structure, and performance, helping to attract more organic traffic and improve your search engine rankings.
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What platforms do you design websites on?We specialise in designing websites on two leading platforms: Wix and Shopify. These platforms are chosen based on their versatility, user-friendliness, and powerful features that cater to various business needs and preferences.
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Why do you recommend Wix?After extensive experience with multiple platforms, we find Wix to be the superior choice for small business owners due to its flexibility and all-in-one solution. Wix allows you to manage your site without the need for a developer, eliminating monthly maintenance fees typically associated with WordPress. It includes essential features such as online stores, booking systems, blogs, and subscriptions without extra costs, making it a cost-effective choice. With Wix, you can easily customise and scale your website, enhancing your online presence while saving time and money.
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Why do you recommend Shopify?Shopify is our top choice for advanced e-commerce needs due to its reputation as a leading e-commerce platform. It offers an extensive app marketplace with add-ons and integrations that enhance your store's functionality. Shopify excels in mobile commerce, ensuring a seamless shopping experience on all devices. Its robust inventory management tools and customizable themes make it ideal for creating and managing a professional online store, providing everything needed to support your business growth.
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How long does it take to design and launch a website with Flow Cre8tive?The timeline for designing and launching a website varies based on the project's complexity and scope. Typically, a standard website can be completed within 1-2 weeks from start to launch. More complex projects may require additional time, which will be discussed during the planning phase.
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Can you redesign my existing website?Yes, we can redesign your existing website to improve its appearance, functionality, and performance. We’ll work closely with you to understand your goals and create a fresh, modern design that aligns with your vision and business objectives.
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What is responsive design and why is it important?Responsive design ensures that your website looks and functions well on all devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones. It’s crucial for providing a seamless user experience, improving your site's SEO, and ensuring that your visitors have a positive experience regardless of the device they use to access your site.
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Do you offer e-commerce solutions?Yes, we offer comprehensive e-commerce solutions that include online store setup, product management, secure payment processing, and SEO optimization for online shops. Our goal is to create a smooth and efficient shopping experience for your customers, helping you maximise your online sales.
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What ongoing support do you offer after my website is launched?We provide complementary training as part of our website packages to ensure you feel comfortable updating your site. Additionally, we offer lifetime support and maintenance packages to keep your website running smoothly and securely. This includes troubleshooting any issues that arise, ensuring your website continues to meet your business goals.
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Can you help with content creation for my website?Yes, we offer a range of content creation services, including logo design, copywriting, graphic design, and video production. Our team ensures your website has high-quality, engaging content that resonates with your audience and enhances your brand’s online presence.
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How do I update my website content after it’s launched?As part of our website packages, we provide post-launch training and lifetime support to ensure you feel comfortable managing your site. This training covers everything you need to know to update and maintain your website content effectively.
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Can you create custom functionalities for my website?Yes, we can develop custom functionalities using platforms like Wix Velo to meet specific requirements and enhance your website’s capabilities. Whether you need custom forms, unique interactive elements, or specialised e-commerce features, we can tailor solutions to fit your needs.
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Should I hire a web designer or build the website myself?If you're on a tight budget and have the time to learn, DIY platforms like Wix and Shopify can work. However, if you prioritise a professional look and optimal user experience or lack the technical skills, hiring a web designer is a wise investment. A professional website can give you a competitive edge and free up your time to focus on growing your business.
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What is the most important part of a website?While a well-designed homepage is essential for grabbing attention, the most important part of a website is its content. High-quality content informs, educates, and convinces visitors that your website is a valuable resource. It keeps them engaged, coming back for more, and helps establish your brand as an authority in your field.
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What are the best practices for creating website content?Write clear, concise, and engaging content that speaks directly to your audience. Use headings, subheadings, bullet points, and images to break up text and make it easier to read. Ensure your content is SEO-friendly by incorporating relevant keywords naturally.
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What is the importance of having a privacy policy on my website?A privacy policy informs visitors about how their data is collected, used, and protected. It is legally required in many jurisdictions and helps build trust with your audience by demonstrating transparency and a commitment to data protection.
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How much does it cost to build a Wix website?The cost of building a Wix website varies depending on whether you do it yourself or hire a professional. Using Wix yourself can range from free (with Wix branding) to around $24/month for premium plans. Hiring a designer can cost anywhere from $1,000, depending on the size, complexity, and customization needed.
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What is SEO and why is it important for my Wix or Shopify website?SEO means Search Engine Optimization. It's crucial for your Wix or Shopify website because it helps improve your site's visibility on search engines like Google, making it easier for potential customers to find you online.
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How do you optimise Wix websites for SEO?We optimise Wix websites by ensuring that all content is properly structured with relevant keywords, optimising meta tags, ensuring fast loading times, and making the site mobile-friendly. We also focus on creating high-quality content that engages users and encourages sharing.
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Can you optimise Shopify websites for SEO?Yes, we optimise Shopify websites by implementing SEO best practices such as optimising product descriptions and titles, improving site speed and mobile responsiveness, setting up canonical URLs, and creating an SEO-friendly site structure.
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Will my Wix or Shopify website rank on the first page of Google immediately after SEO optimization?SEO is an ongoing process, and it takes time to see significant results. While we employ effective strategies to improve your website's ranking, the timeline for achieving top rankings can vary depending on competition and other factors.
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Do you perform keyword research for Wix and Shopify websites?Yes, we conduct thorough keyword research to identify relevant keywords and phrases that potential customers are searching for. This helps us optimise your website's content and improve its visibility in search engine results.
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How do you measure the success of SEO efforts for Wix and Shopify websites?We use various tools and analytics to track key metrics such as organic traffic, keyword rankings, conversion rates, and engagement metrics. This allows us to assess the effectiveness of our SEO strategies and make necessary adjustments.
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Can you help with local SEO for my Wix or Shopify website?Absolutely, we specialise in local SEO strategies to help businesses attract local customers. This includes optimising your website for local keywords, creating and managing Google My Business profiles, and building local citations.
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Do you offer SEO audits for Wix and Shopify websites?Yes, we conduct comprehensive SEO audits to evaluate your website's current SEO performance. This includes analysing on-page SEO factors, technical SEO issues, backlink profiles, and overall site health to identify areas for improvement.
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How do you handle SEO for e-commerce websites on Shopify?For Shopify ecommerce websites, we focus on optimising product pages with unique, compelling content, optimising product images and descriptions, improving site speed and mobile responsiveness, and implementing structured data markup for rich snippets.
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Can you provide ongoing SEO maintenance for my Wix or Shopify website?Yes, we offer ongoing SEO maintenance services to ensure your website continues to perform well in search engine rankings. This includes monitoring performance, updating content, optimising for new keywords, and adapting to algorithm changes.
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What is branding, and why is it important for my business?Branding is more than just a logo; it encompasses the entire perception and experience that customers have with your business. It includes visual elements like logos, colours, and fonts, and your brand's voice and values. Strong branding builds recognition, trust, and loyalty among your audience, setting you apart from competitors.
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How can effective branding benefit my website design?Effective branding ensures consistency and coherence across your website design. It helps convey your brand's personality and values through visuals and messaging, creating a memorable and cohesive user experience that resonates with your target audience.
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Can you help define my brand identity?Yes, we specialise in defining brand identities that reflect your unique business values and resonate with your target audience. This includes creating brand guidelines that cover visual elements, tone of voice, and brand positioning.
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What is included in a branding package?Our branding packages are tailored to your business needs and may include logo design, brand colours and fonts, brand messaging, business card design, social media graphics, and brand guidelines. Each package is designed to establish a cohesive and professional brand presence across all platforms.
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How do you ensure my brand stands out in a competitive market?We conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis to identify your unique selling propositions (USPs). We then create a distinctive brand identity that communicates these USPs effectively to your target audience, helping your business stand out from competitors.
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Can you update my existing brand identity without losing brand equity?Yes, we offer brand refresh services that retain elements of your existing brand identity while updating them to align with current market trends and audience preferences. This ensures continuity while enhancing your brand's relevance and appeal.
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Can you create branding that resonates with my target audience?Absolutely, our branding process begins with understanding your target audience, their preferences, and their needs. We then craft a brand identity that speaks directly to your audience, fostering a strong emotional connection and driving engagement.
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How long does it take to develop a brand identity?The timeline for developing a brand identity varies depending on project scope and client feedback. Typically, the process includes initial consultations, concept development, revisions, and final delivery. We strive to deliver high-quality results within a reasonable timeframe.
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Do you offer consulting services to help implement our brand strategy?Yes, we provide consulting services to help implement your brand strategy effectively across various touchpoints, including website design, marketing materials, and customer communications. Our goal is to ensure consistent brand messaging and visual identity across all platforms.
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How do you measure the success of a branding project?Success in branding is measured through various metrics, including brand awareness, customer perception, brand loyalty, and ultimately, business growth. We track these metrics over time to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of our branding strategies.
While there's no one-size-fits-all answer, my advice is to choose what fits your current business needs. If you're just starting out and figuring out your direction, a website template can be a good start. However, it comes with some risks.
DIY websites may seem cost-effective, but skipping a professional designer can hurt your business. A poorly designed site can harm your brand image, turn away potential customers, and cost you valuable opportunities.
A professional website designer will create you a unique, user-friendly, and attractive websites that represent your brand.
DIY websites often struggle with search engine visibility, making it harder for potential customers to find you online. Furthermore, technical issues such as slow loading times, broken links, or security vulnerabilities can frustrate visitors and damage your reputation.
Investing in a professional designer will end up saving you countless hours, allowing you to focus on your business.
On Wix and Wix Studio, we custom design all our websites, creating a highly bespoke designs that align with our client’s brand.
On Shopify, we recommend using one of their amazing themes as a starting point, as this heavily reduces the time needed to set up the basics. We then customise these to suit our clients brand and needs.
For our custom websites we will either work with Wix or Shopify depending on your needs.
You will have full access and ownership of the website once we go live and we provide comprehensive website training so you can easily maintain and update your site with confidence.
However, if you prefer our expert assistance to preserve your design's integrity, we're always happy to help our valued clients.
Yes, we do because we know a fully custom website is an amazing return on investment. Your project can be divided into 2, 3 or 4 payments spread out over the project's timeline.
The quoted amount covers everything that is outlined in the scope of work. Any third party apps or platform subscriptions will be additional.
We are a small team, so your main point of contact will be Danielle, who will be supported by one of her designers on the project.
All our websites are designed with search engines in mind. We implement on-page SEO (also known as on-site SEO) to optimise web pages and their content for both search engines and users. This process helps improve your pages' rankings on Google and drives more organic traffic. Key on-page SEO tasks include optimising for search intent, title tags, internal links, and URLs.
However, SEO is an ongoing effort that requires continuous optimisation of your website and content to build authority and backlinks.
Of course. We will provide you with a very comprehensive Website Content Guideline Template which breaks out each page into recommended sections with content prompts and suggestions.
However, we recommend getting your copy professionally written as copywriters possess the expertise to craft compelling and effective marketing materials that resonate with your target audience. They understand how to convey your message clearly and persuasively, while also optimising your content for search engines.
Creating website copy that is clear, concise, and easy to read is crucial for engaging visitors and conveying your message effectively. This involves using simple language, logical structure, and visual elements to break up text. Hiring a skilled copywriter ensures that your website content is optimised for readability, leaving a positive impression on potential customers and ultimately driving conversions.
If you decide that you want to have someone write your website content for you, we provide website packages that include copywriting.