**Your website is your digital storefront. It shapes the first impression of your brand and plays a critical role in how users perceive your business. A well-designed website attracts visitors and converts them into loyal customers.**

**According to research:**

75% of users judge a company's credibility based on its website design.

88% of users are less likely to return to a site after a bad experience.

Mobile compatibility is critical, with over 50% of global website traffic coming from mobile devices.

These numbers highlight why investing in professional, **user-centric design** is a smart business move.

## Key Steps Before Building or Redesigning Your Website

Preparation is key to creating a high-performing website. These steps ensure that the foundation is strong:

1. Develop a wireframe and sitemap to structure the site.

2. Analyze your existing website (if applicable) to identify areas for improvement.

3. Set clear goals for what the website should achieve, such as lead generation or sales.

4. Create a detailed SEO strategy to ensure visibility.

5. Plan conversion paths/ journeys to guide visitors toward desired actions.

6. Define metrics and KPIs to measure the site’s success.

## Comprehensive Website Design Checklist

### 1. Design

Ensure mobile and cross-browser compatibility.

Validate HTML/CSS and optimize scripts, images, and CSS for performance.

Confirm the favicon and all text styles (headers, lists, quotes) work properly.

### 2. Functionality

Test forms, auto-responders, and links (internal and external).

Verify integrations with third-party tools.

Optimize page loading speed and implement 404 error handling.

### 3. Content

Replace placeholder content with high-quality, relevant material.

Check that images, videos, and downloadable resources work properly.

Ensure copyright and licensing are up-to-date.

### 4. SEO

Add unique H1 titles, meta descriptions, and SEO-friendly URLs.

Set up a dynamic XML sitemap and submit it to search engines.

Use 301 redirects for old URLs and implement "nofollow" tags for unnecessary links.

### 5. Analytics

Install and configure tracking tools like Google Analytics.

Set up funnels, goals, and integrate with tools like Google Ads.

### 6. Backup & Security

Regularly back up your site.

Use secure passwords and monitor for potential threats.

### 7. Compliance

Ensure accessibility for users with disabilities.

Display terms, privacy policies, and cookie usage notifications.

If applicable, ensure PCI compliance for payment processing.

## Takeaways from This Checklist

**1. Clarity of Purpose:**Your website should align with your business goals.

**2. User Experience First:** Design and functionality should make the user's journey seamless.

**3. SEO is Essential:** Optimized content and structure increase visibility.

**4. Security and Compliance Matter:** A secure, compliant site builds trust and avoids penalties.

**5. Continuous Monitoring:**Analytics and backups keep the site functional and future-ready.

## Educate Yourself to Stay Competitive

A professional website design isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about delivering measurable results. **"Like a billboard, a website is only effective if it gets traffic."**

With **EB DevTech**, your website becomes a strategic marketing tool that works for you- actionable, valuable, and focused on delivering a strong return on investment.

## **Is your website just a digital brochure or a growth engine?**

Before you start designing or redesigning your site, you need a real strategy, not just templates and guesswork. Most businesses skip critical planning steps that directly impact performance, visibility, and conversions.

**Did you know:**

- 75% of users judge your credibility based on design alone

- 88% will not return after a bad experience

- More than 50% of global web traffic comes from mobile devices

In this blog, EB DevTech reveals the 8-stage website design process that transforms your site from a basic layout into a high-performing business asset. It covers everything from wireframes and SEO strategy to conversion planning, compliance, and performance tracking.

### **Read the full blog post:**From Strategy to Launch: Inside EB DevTech’s 8-Stage Website Design Process

Watch this 5 part series covering the concepts of Digital Presence, Digital Trust, Conversion Pathways, And Digital Footprint starting from the Episode 34:

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