We at ATS Web have been working with the web since 2010 and in that time have gained a vast amount of experience and knowledge. We crafted this FAQ page to answer many of the frequently asked questions we were asked along the way.
I’m new to this whole website thing, how does it work?
Never fear, that’s why we are here. You can learn about our time proven process on our Web Design page.
How much does a website cost?
The cost of a website can vary depending on various factors, just like the cost of a house may vary. Though our website projects generally start in the $2,500 range for basic business sites and range upward depending on your unique needs.
How long does it take to design and build a website?
The time it takes to produce a website depends on the size and complexity of your site and the quality of content that you have ready to go. A basic website typically takes around 4 weeks from beginning to end.
Do I need my own domain name and web hosting?
Yes, and help you get this set up as part of the process. We provide web hosting and maintenance plans.
Will my website work on mobile devices?
Yes it will. The websites we design work on all devices. Depending on your requirements we can design and develop your site using responsive design so that the site is optimised for mobile devices.
Do you do e-commerce/Online Store websites?
Yes, we can add basic shopping cart features all the way through to a full e-commerce solution.
What is a Content Management System?
A Content Management System is a tool that allows you to maintain the pages of your website yourself, without the need for any technical skills. A CMS allows you to edit and add pages, images, products or blog entries to your website. No additional software is required – all you need is a web browser and an internet connection.
Do you provide training?
Yes we provide all our clients with training on maintaining their website.
Can you help me with Social Media and Email Marketing?
Yes. It is likely one of the areas of focus for your project will be lead generation email marketing so these are a normal part of the process.
What is Search Engine Optimization (SEO)?
Search Engine Optimization is taking steps to getting your website higher up in the search results on search engines such as Google. The higher up the results you are the more traffic (and customers) you’re likely to get.
There are many aspects that go into achieving good SEO, and one of the most important is the copy (words) on your website. Focus on well written, keyword rich and appropriate content is the key.
Do you write the content for my site?
We don’t directly write your content, however if you need help with this we can put you in contact with a copywriter who specialises in writing for the web.
Can you design my logo?
Yes. We have a graphic designer on staff who can create branding and graphics for your business and website, including logos and other custom web and print materials.
What is a domain name?
A domain name is your address on the internet. Typically this would be something like yourcompany.com
What is web hosting?
Web hosting is a service that allows your website to be viewed on the Internet. It’s basically a computer housed in a data center that runs your website and sometimes other web-based services like email and file sharing.
Ready to get started?
Get in touch today and let’s get to work on your project.