Posted by Building site in WordPress is easy but making it with quality is not that much, if you compromise or forget to consider some factors in terms of secrurity , performance , ui and ux. In this artice I am gonna try to put some light on some of those vital points , overlooking what can lead your site to a nightmere to the consumers. So, without further let’s dig in.
Ignoring Mobile Responsiveness:
In this days, mobile should be the first consideration when you are desinging a website. most of the traffic will come from mobile rathen than a laptop or desktop. Cause, having a mobile phone and browsing it when they are working or in travel in a bus or even a lift is a very common scenerio. So, if you design a site with a laptop first or laptop only approach and ignore the design for mobile, chance is high, the design will be clutterd for mobile screen. And as a result traffic drop will happen which possible you or your client won’t want.
Neglecting mobile responsiveness can lead to a poor user experience, as visitors on smaller screens may struggle to navigate or view content properly. Always test your website on various devices to ensure it adapts seamlessly to different screen sizes.
Overlooking Page Loading Speed:
A glossy and WOW looking retains the traffic in your site longer. But what will be the use of it if the site’s page is slow to load ? People’s patience level is not that much and in average it’s not more than 5 seconds to wait for a pageload. So, if you site doesn’t perform well chance is high they would cancel visiting you site and close the tab, not that ?
So, always make sure with all the quality design and features, the performance is not compromised. This or this article might be interesting for you where I have discussed about how to speed up you WordPress site.
Cluttered and Complicated Layouts:
Simplicity is the key. Always try avaoiding cluttered layouts and the attention distracting designs and animations in you site. People needs to keep focus on your main content. Don’t let them be distracted with unnecessary information. Try not to dump all the info in less spaces cause that’s not eye soothing for the audience. Do not use many colors in your site, rather use a combo of maximum 3 colors. Font size, line height, font family and color should be points to consider when desigin a website.
Ignoring SEO Best Practices:
You develop a site and google and other search engings don’t find it to list in people’s search result, that’s obviously is not what you want, right ? No use of a high quality site if that is not discovered by the search engines. And that’s why search engine optimization (SEO) is needed. Failing to optimize your content, meta tags, and images for relevant keywords can impact your site’s ranking. So, consider that thing. Install an SEO plugin, such as Yoast SEO or Rank Math to help guide you in optimizing your WordPress site for better search engine results.
Neglecting Security Measures:
Security should be the first concern for any website. The more valuable your site will be , the more primary target it will be for hackers. So, watch on it. Keep your WordPress core, themes, and plugins updated regularly, use strong passwords, and consider employing a reputable security plugin to fortify your website against potential threats.
Inconsistent Branding:
Building a solid online identity requires consistent branding. Make sure that every page has the same version of your logo, color scheme, and overall branding. Inconsistencies might make visitors feel lost and detract from the authority of your website.
Lack of Call-to-Action (CTA):
A website must to have a distinct objective, be it education, commerce, or interaction. Missed chances may arise from the absence of strong and obvious calls to action. Use CTAs wisely to direct users to take desired activities on your website, like as buying something, signing up for a subscription, or getting in touch with you.
Building and maintaining a successful WordPress site demands meticulous attention to detail and a dedication to user experience. By avoiding these common design blunders, you can create a website that not only looks good but also works well, giving your visitors a favorable experience and reaching your online objectives. Regularly examine and update your site to stay current with design trends and technological improvements, ensuring that your WordPress site remains relevant and effective.
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