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Web Design & Build Stockport
Your website is the first chance you get to make an impression, so make sure it stands out with an engaging design, simple UX and content that has impact. Our developers and designers deliver technical expertise and design flair to every single project. That’s why our web design team keeps picking up awards (Not that we’re boasting).
Coding Capabilities
Manage Your Content
We love WordPress, and so will you when you see how simple it is to update your content and images from anywhere in the world.
Fully Responsive
Device compatibility is a must. Whether your customer uses a desktop, a mobile or a tablet, they’ll reap the rewards of our accessible, user-focused designs.
Selling Made Simple
We use WooCommerce and Magento to make buying and selling simple for you and your customers. From landing page to checkout in just a few clicks. That’s our goal.
Cross Browser Compatibility
Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Internet Explorer. No matter the browsers you or your customers use, we’ll test and test again to make sure your site looks the part and functions correctly at all times.
Bespoke Development
We don’t believe in “one size fits all”. Your website will be designed from scratch to meet your exact specifications and objectives.
Cutting Edge Tech
Our Stockport based developers never stand still. If new technology will make your website better, or our agency’s processes slicker, you can bet we’ll already have implemented it.
The Sugar Coating
Web Hosting
Our sister company, WebHost81, will host your site on a fully monitored and protected UK-based server. Speed, security and reliability are guaranteed.
Maintenance
Publishing your site is only the beginning. We also offer structured support contracts to give you peace of mind that your site is always up to date and functioning in the best possible way.
Optimisation
Building a responsive, eye-catching website isn’t enough to get found. If you want to ensure growth, your site needs to be seen by the right people. That’s where our search engine optimisation services come in.
WEB DESIGN & BUILD
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to build a new website with Platform81?
Most of our websites take between 8-12 weeks from kick-off to launch, depending on the complexity and how quickly you can provide feedback. We don’t rush the important bits like planning and testing, because cutting corners at the start means headaches down the line. That said, if you’re in a proper hurry, we can discuss faster timelines for simpler projects.
What's your approach to making websites that actually convert visitors?
We start with understanding what makes your customers tick, not just making something that looks nice but doesn’t perform. Our design process combines your business objectives with user experience best practices and data-driven insights from previous projects we’ve delivered for similar businesses. The result is a website that not only looks the business but actually brings in the business too.
Do you build websites that we can update ourselves?
Aye, we build most of our sites on user-friendly content management systems that give you control without needing to be a tech whizz. We’ll provide training for your team so you can confidently make day-to-day updates, but we’re always on hand if you need help with the trickier bits.
What's the difference between your websites and cheaper options like Wix or Squarespace?
Our websites are custom-built around your specific business needs rather than forcing you into templates that thousands of other companies are using. We focus on creating unique, high-performance sites that are properly optimized for search engines, load quickly, and give you much more flexibility to grow and adapt as your business evolves.
How do you make sure our website works properly on mobile phones?
Every website we build is designed with a mobile-first approach, meaning we start by making sure it works brilliantly on smaller screens before scaling up. We test extensively across different devices and screen sizes to ensure your customers get a proper good experience whether they’re on their phone on the train or sat at their desk.
What happens if something goes wrong after our website launches?
We don’t just build your site and scarper – we offer ongoing support packages to keep everything running smoothly after launch. Our team responds quickly to sort any issues that crop up, and we proactively monitor site performance to catch potential problems before they affect your customers.
Can you integrate our website with other systems like our CRM or booking software?
We’ve got loads of experience connecting websites with all sorts of business systems to create seamless workflows and avoid double-handling of data. Whether it’s Salesforce, HubSpot, booking systems, payment gateways, or bespoke internal software, we’ll find a way to make everything talk to each other properly.
Will our new website be secure?
Security isn’t an afterthought for us – we build it into every site from day one with proper encryption, secure hosting, and regular updates. We follow industry best practices for data protection and can advise on GDPR compliance to make sure your customers’ information stays safe and sound.
How much input will we have during the design process?
You’ll be involved at every stage, from initial concepts through to the finished product, with plenty of opportunities to give your two cents. We believe the best websites come from proper collaboration between our expertise and your knowledge of your business, so we’ll never disappear for weeks and then present you with a finished site you’ve never seen before.
What ongoing costs should we expect after our website launches?
You’ll need to budget for hosting, domain renewal, and any premium plugin licenses that your site requires. We recommend setting aside a bit for ongoing maintenance and improvements too, as websites that don’t evolve tend to fall behind the competition before long.
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