A practical website checklist for small businesses.

There is no fixed number. A business with one simple service may start with one focused page. Separate pages become useful when important services, customer groups or genuine locations need distinct information. Each page should have a clear purpose rather than existing only to increase the page count.

Explain what the business does, who the website should attract and what visitors should do next. List the pages and features you believe are essential, along with any wording, photographs, branding, domain access or existing website details. A supplier can then identify gaps and price the right scope.

Ask for one-off work and recurring services to be shown separately. Domain registration, hosting, business email, paid plugins and support can renew at different times. A clear quote should state what is included, who controls each account and what happens if you move provider later.

Check contact routes and important service information whenever the business changes. Review prices, opening details, software updates, backups and search performance on a regular schedule. Customer questions are also useful prompts for improving existing pages or adding genuinely helpful new content.