Information for clients

When you have decided to get a web site made

This information is necessary if you want a more accurate quote. Include everything you want on your web site. It's ok if you want to add things later, but it's more cost effective for you if you have most of it decided in the beginning to be included in your package deal. Customised sites require the below information.

Doing this homework will also give you a good idea about the structure of your web site and how it will all fit together. If you didn't know where to start, this is it :)

Please ask if you need any help or further information, I am more than happy to assist you.

The form will guide you and also make a more accurate estimate possible. Alternatively, download the questionaire...

These are the questions you need to ask yourself before we can begin. The form with drop down options are below.

How many pages do you need?

To get a rough idea, check out my portfolio page, some of these sites have many pages, some just a few, it depends on your message you wish to communicate (How much you wish to say) or amount of items you wish to sell. A good guide is 300-400 words per page if top navigation is typical size.

How many images do you need?

One image per page is generally fine if content is more important. More often though people opt for 1-2 images per page and a top navigation image. If you are selling a product, then how many items are you selling? That's how many images you need.

Guestbooks are a novelty more often used on personal sites. Contact forms are necessary if specific information is required by your visitors.

Links pages are very useful if you recommend other businesses and they are prepared to link back to you. Google likes links and it helps site ranking if you have good quality links on your site. This is optional.

Email links on all BWD web sites are spam proof encoded links.

Fill in your details below or choose a package deal.

Now for the Details

• How many pages do you need?
  
  

• How many images?
  
  

• Do your images need editing and resizing for your pages?
  350px wide is usual if you wish to resize them yourself.
  Jpg is fine at a resolution of 72 dpi.
  Yes No

• Do you have a pre made logo or image you want to use for the top navigation?
  No I do not have a logo Yes I do have a logo I do not have a logo or image I have an image and/or a logo
  

• Do you need a contact form or will an email link suffice?
  I need a contact form I just want an email link

If you require specific information submitted from your visitor,
a contact form is best.

• Do you need a links page?
  Yes No   How many links?
  
  

• Do you have a domain name already or do you require one?
  I have a domain name I will need a domain name
  

• Do you have hosting already or do you require one?
  Hosting is better value for 24 months and best when domain name and hosting are bought together.
  I have hosting already I will need hosting
  

• Do you need a shopping site with paypal / credit card setup?
  Yes No
  

• Do you want a photo album or guestbook?
  Photo Album Guestbook Both Neither
  

• What is the web address of a site design you like?
  http://
  

• Anything else you would like?
  
  

• Your name
  
  

• Your email address
  

  

A statcounter is included for free though in my opinion I would keep it invisible for professional pages. It is an invaluable tool to track your visitor traffic, and you will be able to view the stats at any time.

Bunbury Web Design will optimise your pages for search engines, sort out the back end code, design your navigation, create your template, setup your email account with your hosting and domain name, include your statcounter and put all your raw information together into an awesome design!

Once we begin

Step 1

1. Decide on a domain name you want (include three variations incase they are taken). If you want a .com or a .com.au - two years.
See if your name is available here.

2. You will need hosting, I can arrange this as part of your package with your domain name. Or purchase your own hosting.

If you want a whole package with web pages, domain name and hosting for one easy price, then follow this link to the package details page...

Step 2

1. Write in a text file or email what you want your first page to say. This can either be a 'welcome' page or an 'about us' page.

Many people have both, one to welcome the visitor and give a general outline about what you are selling or service you are offering, the 'about us' page would contain information on the business, how long it's been in operation, what skills it possesses, how many staff are employed etc. Some businesses and individuals need this page, some do not.

Step 3

1. Decide what image you would like on your home page, whether it be an image you have already or one you plan on acquiring, leave a space for it if you do not have one.

A great source of stock photo's would have to be istock photo. Write down the one's you like and send to me, or purchase your own.

2. Do the above steps for each page you require.

3. Write the content into a text file, word doc or straight into an email, include the images you want and where they go.

Step 4

1. Before we proceed with the design, you will need to sign and return the contract, by fax or email. This will be given to you once we agree to begin work.

BWD Concept & Planning

We'll discuss your requirements and ideas. I'll put my ideas to you as well. I'll work with you from concept through to the completed project and you will receive regular opportunities to see how its going along the way.

Design & Functionality

From my analysis of your requirements and our recommendations, I'll provide you with a prototype website design from which you will get a 'look and feel' of what your completed website will be like.

Site Build

Once you are happy with the overall design, I'll proceed with the development of your site. You'll need to supply me with written and image content at this stage if you have not already done so. Best if you have the final copy ready before commencement.

Launch & Marketing

Launch date will be as agreed and upon balance of total cost paid.

SEO is included!

My website designs are built search engine friendly - this means your site has a much greater chance of being found on the major search engines such as Google, MSN or Yahoo.

I am dedicated to following Google's web master guidelines and ensuring web compliant site code. This makes your website favourable to the search engines, and easily searchable by potential visitors, with full keywords, descriptions, meta tags, and manual submissions to the internet.

I will advise you on how to effectively promote your online presence with search engine links and campaigns such as Google Adwords. If requested, I can assist with the setup and monitoring of Adwords for an additional cost.

Free Web Site Editor for Clients

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For a list of search engines and directory sites to submit your web site to, follow this link to the search engines link page...