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Website Design & Management

Websites help small businesses and nonprofit organizations engage more customers and grow—without breaking the bank.

Approximately 80% of consumers and potential clients use online searches to find local businesses before visiting in person, scheduling an appointment, or making a purchase.

For small businesses, a modest investment in a website delivers convenience, an information hub, and an open invitation for customers to find and choose you.

I love creating new or revamping outdated websites, making them engaging and mobile friendly. Dark Squirrel Designs can help you get set up with affordable web hosting on a simple WordPress or Squarespace platform, and build a clear and easy to navigate website customized to what your business needs.

When your website is ready to be published, we can help manage the site to keep it fresh and current, or we can turn the reigns over to you.

    • Claiming your domain name

    • Choosing the web hosting platform and options that work best for you

    • Designing your site to fit your vision and goals

    • Managing your site to keep information current and engaging, or teach you how to do this for yourself

    • Advising on other ways to increase your web presence and engagement

  • Here are a couple examples of websites I have built and managed over the years.

    This is a simple website I built for a small bookstore in Elma, Washington.

    This is an example of a complex website built for a large non profit in San Jose, California.

    Looking for inspiration? Here are some ideas for your website:

    example layout 1

    example layout 2

  • The needs and desires of your business will affect the work and support that you need. Claiming your domain and purchasing an annual web hosting plan can cost upwards of $250, and that is just the base cost to get a website online through platforms like WordPress and Squarespace.

    The fee for design and management support depends entirely on what you are looking for—from initial design, one-time fixes, and basic consults to monthly retainers and full-service assistance.

    Tell me your goals and preferred support level, and I’ll provide you with a clear estimate based on our current rates. We’ll work together to determine the budget and services that work best for you, so you only pay for the time and expertise you need.

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