Do I Need Tech Skills to Own a Website?

Owning a website might initially seem like a venture for tech experts only. You may wonder if it requires extensive technical skills to manage successfully. Is that truly necessary?

In this week's edition of Whiskers of Wisdom, you will discover:

• Tech skills are not essential for owning a website.
• The critical step you must take before booking a website.
• Your next steps towards a successful web presence.

Let’s delve into how accessible and manageable owning a website can truly be for everyone.

Understanding Website Management

The term "website management" might conjure up images of complex coding and intricate technical backend operations. If that thought makes you wary, rest assured, you're not alone. Many feel overwhelmed at first. But here’s a comforting fact: you only need basic computer skills—like clicking links and sending emails—to own a website.

One Essential Thing For Website Owners to Know

Think of your website as a vital business asset. Ownership of this asset is paramount. If someone else controls your domain name, you could find yourself unable to sell your business along with the website. It's a common pitfall many unwitting business owners fall into.

Always ensure you own your own website domain name.

You can acquire domain names at reasonable prices from providers like NameCheap. You don’t need to do anything technical with your domain at the start. Just secure ownership, and you can delegate the technical tasks later. Owning your domain name is simple, but it’s the most crucial step.

Domain Name? Check! What Now?

Once you’ve secured your domain name, the next step is to bring on board a web specialist. This person becomes an integral part of your team, so compatibility is key.

Communicate clearly with potential web specialists. If you prefer phone calls and they prefer emails, tensions could arise. Find someone whose communication style aligns with yours.

Once you’ve found the right person, discuss design and budget. Decide whether you will supply the website content or if they will. Understanding each other's roles in content creation will streamline the process and prevent misunderstandings. If you like to plan things in detail, you might like our website planner.

Remember to discuss updates. Websites don't update themselves, keep themselves secure, or battle hackers by themselves. They need help. This is usually in the form of a website care plan that's activated after the website is built.

Want to Chat about Websites?

Venturing into website ownership doesn’t require you to be tech-savvy. By securing your domain name and collaborating effectively with us, you can own and manage a successful website. Ready to take the next step in your web journey? Consider discussing your website's vision with us today, send me a message or give me a call on 07816 528421.

Kevin

P.S. We build website care into our hosting for one low-monthly cost. Yep, we make it easy for you to own a website. No hassle, but all the benefits!