A simple guide to website platforms
If you want a website, you’ll need to decide which website platform to use. This should be decided based on what you need your website for, your budget and your technical skills.
When we have our 15-minute complimentary call we will discuss your needs and the website platform options that best suit your needs.
Some popular website building platforms.
E-commerce website building platforms
E-commerce website building platforms are great for people who want to sell products online. They allow you to create an online store front that includes helpful features for selling your products.
E-commerce website platforms include:
Shopify
Wix
BigCommerse
Squarespace
WordPress (with plugins)
Drag and drop website building platforms
Drag and drop website builders are great for people who don’t have much coding experience. They are easy to use but your design style is restricted to the templates the platform offers. These platforms can be more expensive than other options but they are a great all-in-one option.
Drag and drop website platforms include:
Squarespace
Wix
Go Daddy website builder
All of these options are great for small businesses.
Blogging and portfolio website building platforms
Blogging websites and portfolio websites can be a part of a website or a website in their own right.
Blogging and portfolio website builders include:
WordPress
Squarespace
Wix
