What pages does a small business website need?

You do not need a huge site. You need the right few pages, each with one clear job.

These are the pages a small business website needs, and the ones you can leave for later.

A new business does not need thirty pages. It needs a handful of pages that each do one job well. Here is what to build first, and what can wait.

The core pages

  • Home. Says what you do, who it is for and what to do next. See what to put on your homepage.
  • Services or products. What you offer, in plain words. If you have several services, give each its own page so people searching for one can find it.
  • About. Who is behind the business, where you are based and why customers can trust you.
  • Contact. A form, an email address and a phone number or chat link if you have one. Add your location and opening hours.

Pages that build trust

  • Reviews or case studies. Real quotes from named customers, with permission.
  • FAQ. Answers to the questions people ask before they buy: price, timing, what is included.
  • Privacy policy. Required in many places if you collect any data, including contact forms.
  • Shipping and returns, if you sell products.

Pages that can wait

  • A blog, until you can publish regularly
  • A large gallery
  • Pages with nothing real to say yet

Give each page one job

Every page should have one main action, such as call, book, buy or request a quote. If a visitor has to guess what to do, many will leave.

If you are planning a site, our packages show how many pages fit each budget, and a free consultation can help you choose the right set.

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