The most common mistakes when building websites. How can you avoid them?

1. Page elements becoming misaligned

   Nothing irritates users more than a website that does not work properly on different devices. Overlapping elements, misaligned margins or incorrect display of graphics are common problems resulting from a lack of responsiveness testing. To prevent this, test your site on different screen resolutions and use tools such as Google Mobile-Friendly Test.

2. Outdated content

   Users visiting your website expect reliable and up-to-date information. A website featuring outdated offers, out-of-date contact details or old blog posts may discourage visitors from continuing to use it. Regularly reviewing and updating your content should be a priority – this will help build trust with potential customers.

3. Unrealistic AI-generated images

   A rather popular topic of late! Artificial intelligence helps us with many tasks; there’s no point in hiding that. However, let’s remember that images created by artificial intelligence can look unnatural or simply be out of place in the context of the website. Users often notice a lack of authenticity, which affects trust in the brand. Instead, opt for realistic, high-quality photos, ideally taken specifically for your website. I think we all remember the salmon in the river generated by AI

4. Lack of visual and navigational consistency

   Websites that lack consistency in terms of style, fonts or layout give the impression of being poorly designed – you need to be careful about this. Users may feel lost if the navigation looks different on every subpage. It is worth opting for a consistent visual identity and a clear navigation structure, which will make it easier to navigate the site.

5. Slow page loading

   Nothing is more off-putting than a long wait for a website to load – we know this all too well. Optimising loading times should involve reducing image sizes, limiting the number of scripts and choosing a fast hosting server. A fast website means greater user satisfaction and better Google rankings!

6. Incorrect internal linking

   Broken or non-existent links on a website can frustrate users and negatively impact SEO. Ensure that all links are up to date and lead to the correct pages. Regularly checking and updating links is essential!

7. Lack of backup mechanisms

   Unfortunately, this is still a common mistake! A website without regular backups is at risk of data loss in the event of a crash or a cyberattack. Set up automatic backups so that you can quickly restore your site if necessary!

Creating a website isn’t difficult; what is difficult is coding a good website that works effectively and looks professional. That’s where we come in! Please fill in the contact form and we will get in touch with you to discuss the details and help bring your dream website to life. Remember that the key to success is regularly testing and updating your website so that it always meets the needs of its users!