Choose one primary outcome
A service brochure, an enquiry page and an online store require different information and functions. Define what a visitor should do, then list what they need to make that decision. A focused service page is easier to scope than a site full of unprepared features.
Compare templates, builders and custom work
Templates suit projects with ready copy and images and mostly presentational changes. A website builder suits someone who wants ongoing control within platform limits. Custom work suits defined workflows or integrations. If the brief is unclear, prototype before requesting a final quote.
Clarify ownership and recurring costs
Ask who owns the domain, hosting, source code and admin accounts. Confirm export options and paid plugin dependencies. Specify who handles updates, backups and maintenance. Separate setup fees from ongoing costs so you can compare the total commitment.
Accept the work through a real user journey
Complete the primary task on mobile and desktop. Check form delivery, link destinations, errors and final copy. Login, payments, email and storage require working services behind the page. A visible button alone does not prove that an integration is complete.
A brief you can use
Complete these fields and ask a provider to confirm which items are included in the quote.
- Business and audience:
- Primary visitor action:
- Pages, copy and available assets:
- Forms, payments or other integrations:
- Domain, hosting and source ownership:
- Budget, deadline and maintenance scope:
Do it yourself or hire help?
| Route | When it fits | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Prepare the brief | The goal is still evolving and scope is unclear. | Use the checklist |
| Professional service | The goal and budget are defined and you need help delivering. | Explore the platform |
| HaoWord tools & services | You need a prototype, storyboard or editable template. | See related resources |
Where can you find providers?
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