Is Your Current Website Limiting You? Migrate to WordPress
There are a lot of cheap website CMS platforms, but many of them have limited capabilities, lack flexibility, and are not that easy to use.
In fact, your current website CMS is limiting you and you may not even realize it.
Not the best feeling, right?
But there is a solution out there on the horizon if you’re willing to grab it. And that solution involves switching to WordPress.
WordPress is a powerful and flexible CMS that is free to use. Yes, you read that right – it’s free! And unlike other platforms like Wix and Squarespace, WordPress doesn’t have any limitations on what you can do with your website.
Whether you’re looking to create an online store, a portfolio site, a blog, or even a corporate website, WordPress has got you covered — without website limits.
But why choose WordPress over other popular platforms like Wix and Squarespace (or even migrate to WordPress)? Let’s take a closer look.
Design & Layout Limitations
Contrary to popular belief, WordPress does not impose severe restrictions on design and layout. With WordPress, the possibilities for customization are practically endless because it supports a myriad of themes and plugins.
However, it’s essential to mention that to unlock the full potential of WordPress regarding design and layout, some level of tech-savviness is required.
The platform’s flexibility and scale can be overwhelming for absolute beginners, but with a bit of time and learning, you will be able to tailor your website to your exact specifications.
This freedom to customize is where WordPress shines brightly compared to its competitors such as Wix and Squarespace. These platforms, while user-friendly, often limit users’ ability to make significant design changes to their websites.
Take this site we revamped for a client as an example. Freedom Design + Build was originally built on Wix and though offered a nice look, it lacked wow factor and was greatly restricted by the limitations imposed by the platform, as seen here:
When we took the site and migrate to WordPress, we were able to add features and hone in on the exact layout the client preferred — with calls-to-action sprinkled throughout as well:
Integration Website Limits
When it comes to integration capabilities, WordPress is a clear winner. Platforms like Wix, Squarespace, and others often have limited integration options, especially when it comes to more specific needs like calendars, custom posts, and e-commerce functionality.
For instance, integrating an event calendar or scheduling system can be a cumbersome process on these platforms, and the end result often feels tacked on rather than being a seamless part of the website.
On the other hand, WordPress provides tons of plugins that allow you to integrate almost any feature you can think of. Whether it’s a dynamic calendar for bookings, custom post types for better organization, or a fully-fledged shopping cart for your online store, it’s all within your reach with WordPress. It’s this sort of versatility that makes WordPress stand out from its competitors.
Another site we helped to migrate an update is Niles Bottle Stoppers. The original site was based on Joomla and lacked functionality and an up-to-date look:
By taking the time to migrate to WordPress, we were able to integrate full eCommerce functionality, a more cohesive design, and prominent contact info:
Importance of SEO
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a vital element when putting together a website. It enhances your website’s visibility by improving its ranking in search engine results, which ultimately drives organic traffic and potential customers to your site.
WordPress is particularly adept at facilitating SEO. Its user-friendly interface makes it easy to optimize each page and post on your site, even if you’re not an SEO expert. And WordPress supports tons of SEO plugins, the most popular being Yoast SEO and All in One SEO Pack.
These plugins guide you through the process of enhancing your content for SEO, providing real-time feedback on your keyword usage, readability, and other critical factors.
They also allow you to easily add meta tags, generate sitemaps, and link up your site with Google Search Console.
Endless Possibilities with WordPress
WordPress is an open-source platform, meaning that its source code is freely available to anyone. This allows developers and designers worldwide to contribute to WordPress’s growth and improvement continually. As a result, there are thousands of talented individuals creating new plugins, themes, and extensions for WordPress every day.
This vast community of developers offers endless possibilities for customization on your website. Whether you’re looking for a specific feature, design element, or functionality, chances are there’s already a WordPress plugin or theme available to meet your needs.
Easier to Use
Many other website-building platforms, such as Wix and Squarespace, offer drag-and-drop interfaces that claim to be user-friendly. However, they are often limited in their capabilities when it comes to customization.
WordPress, on the other hand, offers a flexible interface that allows you to create and manage a unique website without needing any coding knowledge. Plus, with the vast WordPress community, there are plenty of tutorials and resources available online to help you get started and make the most out of your website.
Take this site we worked on for a client in the past as an example. The Family Allergy Center previously had an HTML-coded website that would have required a webmaster to update each time the client needed to make a change. That’s all-around inconvenient at best. And the more likely scenario is that the site just wasn’t being updated very often:
We moved their website over to WordPress and now it’s easy for the client to update on their own should they so choose:
A Website That Can Grow Your Business
WordPress offers the flexibility to grow your website as your business grows. Gone are the days of being stuck with a static website that’s unable to keep up with your changing needs.
Whether you need more pages, new features, or a complete redesign, WordPress makes it easy to scale up and adapt your website accordingly. Plus, with its built-in SEO capabilities and various plugins available, you can optimize your website for search engines and reach a wider audience.
Ready to Migrate to WordPress?
We can rebuild your existing site in WordPress, and make it faster, work better, and easier to update. Or, we can build you a brand new website on WordPress — it’s up to you.
We’ve migrated dozens of clients from Wix, Squarespace, Joomla, and Drupal to WordPress. And it’s worth the effort every time to hand over the keys to satisfied clients every time, with more autonomy and growth potential in their hands.
Contact us for help with taking your existing site and migrate to WordPress. Let’s get started discussing your options!
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