Frequently Asked Questions About Web Design

Do I need a web developer or a web designer?

You need a website designed by someone who knows what they are doing period.

How much does a website cost?

There are quite a few factors that are going to affect the ultimate cost of your website. These factors include how many pages you are going to have, if you will sell products on your website, the graphic work involved, and how interactive your future website will be. You will also need web hosting and domain name registration. Search Engine Optimization is another web design tool that is optional but is a good idea to do anyway.

Do I need to hire a local website designer?

PixelHabits.com Web Design creates websites for clients who are local as well as global. By using the Internet, email and the telephone, it is possible to communicate effectively with clients no matter where you are in the world..

How long does it take to have a website designed?

The time frame is determined by the size of your website, the complexity of your website design, and our current client design schedule.

What is a URL?

It stands for universal resource locator. This is the address typed in to view your web page on the Internet. For example, you would type in http://www.pixelhabits.com to access our website.

What is a domain name?

A domain name is a specific website address that you choose and register with a  domain company (the official registrar of domain names ending in .com, .edu, and .gov). Our domain name is pixelhabits.com.

I am currently hosted with another company and would like to switch over to pixelhabits Web Design and Hosting. How do I do this?

Just fill out an inquiry and we will take care of everything. We will transfer your domain name along with all of your existing websites content.

Can I choose you to design my website and use my own web hosting?

Yes, you can use any web host you like. Once your website has been completed you will have to provide us with your web hosting ftp login username as password so that we can upload your website for you.

What is web hosting?

Web hosting is a monthly fee that you pay to have your website accessible on the Internet. PixelHabits has web hosting for our clients.

What is site maintenance?

Site maintenance is a fee paid monthly to keep your website updated with new content that you provide. Most good websites have new content updated regularly. Fresh content is what will keep your visitors coming back. This is an optional service that we provide for our customers. If you want to maintain your website yourself you can do so.

Do you offer any type of discounts?

Yes, we offer discounts for schools and non profit organizations.

Why can't I find my web site in the search engines?

Once your website has been submitted to the top Search Engines they may require several weeks, or even months to actually spider and list your website in their directory. How fast your website is listed depends on each individual Search Engines database update schedule. Watch your server traffic logs for visiting spiders. We suggest you submit your website so your website can be listed on AOL, MSN, Oveture.

What do I put on my website?

That would depend on the goals of your website. If you run a business website you would include as much information about your products or services that your customers would need to purchase from you.

I've made my decision and I want you to design my website. Now what do I do?

If you have decided you want a website or have any questions, simply fill out our contact form to get a quote.