Web Design Features for
Small Businesses
Every custom website we build comes packed with professional features designed to help your business succeed online. No hidden fees, no surprises.
What's Included with Every Website
All these features come standard. No upsells, no hidden fees, no surprises.
Lightning Fast Hosting
Speed matters for SEO and conversions. Our custom-coded sites load in under 3 seconds on any device, anywhere in the world.
Learn more →Secure Hosting with SSL
SSL certificates, automatic backups, and enterprise-grade security included. Your site stays safe, secure, and always online.
Learn more →Lead Capture Forms
Contact forms, click-to-call buttons, and quote request forms strategically designed to turn website visitors into paying customers.
Learn more →Analytics & Tracking
Google Analytics and Tag Manager setup included. Know exactly where your visitors come from and what actions they take.
SEO Optimization
On-page SEO built into every website: meta tags, schema markup, fast loading, mobile-first design, and clean code structure.
Learn more →Mobile-First Design
Every site is designed mobile-first, then enhanced for tablets and desktops. Over 60% of traffic comes from mobile.
Learn more →Regular Updates
Content updates, security patches, and platform upgrades included. We keep your site fresh, fast, and running smoothly.
Learn more →Domain Management
We handle domain registration, DNS settings, and email configuration. One less technical headache for you to worry about.
GDPR Compliance
Cookie consent banners, privacy policies, and proper data handling included. Stay legally compliant without the headache.
Learn more →Custom Design
No templates. Every website is custom-designed to match your brand, your industry, and your target customers.
Learn more →Content Management
Need a text change or new photos? We handle content updates for you, or provide simple tools if you prefer to do it yourself.
Dedicated Human Support
Real humans who answer your questions quickly. No chatbots, no ticket systems that take days. Just friendly help when you need it.
Learn more →Website Features That Grow With Your Business
At Friendly Web Designs, we don't just "launch a website." We build and manage a website that stays fast, secure, updated, and competitive as your business grows and search engines evolve.
Whether you're a local business, service provider, or online store, our approach is built for performance, conversions, and long-term visibility.
Fast, Reliable Hosting Included
High-performance website hosting included with your monthly plan. Optimized infrastructure designed for speed and stability with uptime and reliability best practices. Scales as your business grows.
- High-performance hosting included
- Optimized for speed and stability
- Uptime and reliability best practices
- Scales as your business grows
SSL + Security Updates Every Month
SSL certificate (HTTPS encryption), monthly security updates and ongoing protection. Hardening best practices to reduce vulnerabilities with monitoring for common threats and abuse patterns.
- SSL certificate (HTTPS encryption)
- Monthly security updates
- Hardening best practices
- Threat monitoring
Content & Photo Updates (24-48 Hours)
Text changes, photo swaps, service updates, new sections - all completed within 24-48 hours based on request volume and scope. "Coming Soon" sections available while you finalize content.
- Text & photo changes
- Service updates & new sections
- 24-48 hour turnaround
- Coming Soon sections available
On-Site SEO Improvements (Plan Included)
Instead of "set it and forget it," we continuously update your site for search performance. Titles, meta descriptions, headings, internal links, site structure improvements, and keyword-focused enhancements.
- Titles, meta descriptions, headings
- Internal link optimization
- Site structure improvements
- Technical cleanup & optimization
Monthly Meeting & Strategy Support
1 monthly meeting to review what's working, what to improve, and next steps. Priority support options available by plan with clear communication and realistic timelines.
- Monthly strategy meeting
- Performance review
- Priority support options
- Clear communication
Included with Friendly Web Designs Plans
Everything you need for a competitive online presence
Why a Custom React Website Beats Wix, Squarespace, GoDaddy & WordPress
Most small businesses start on a builder because it feels quick. The problem is: once your business grows, you hit limits with speed, control, SEO flexibility, and long-term costs.
| Feature / Capability | Custom React | Wix | Squarespace | GoDaddy | WordPress |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Website Speed & Performance | Very fast, optimized code | Slower as site grows | Template-limited speed | Often slow/basic | Depends on theme & plugins |
| SEO Flexibility | Full control, advanced SEO | Limited advanced SEO | SEO within platform limits | Very limited | Requires plugins & tuning |
| Custom Design Freedom | Unlimited, fully custom | Template-based | Template-based | Very limited | Theme-based |
| Scalability (Future Growth) | Built to scale long-term | Can hit limits | Can hit limits | Not scalable | Can scale but complex |
| Hosting Included | Included in your plan | Included | Included | Included | Usually separate |
| Security Management | Monthly security updates included | Platform-controlled | Platform-controlled | Platform-controlled | Your responsibility |
| Content Updates Done for You | Included (24-48 hrs) | DIY | DIY | DIY | DIY or paid dev |
| Ongoing SEO Updates Included | Included monthly | Extra apps/cost | Not included | Not included | Extra plugins/services |
| Plugin Dependency | Minimal / none | App-based | App-based | App-based | Heavy plugin reliance |
| Maintenance Required by Owner | None | Some | Some | Some | High |
| Platform Lock-In | No lock-in | Locked to Wix | Locked to Squarespace | Locked to GoDaddy | Partial lock-in |
| Best For | Growing & serious businesses | DIY beginners | Portfolio / creatives | Placeholder sites | Bloggers / WP users |
Detailed Platform Breakdowns
Wix is good for:
- •Quick DIY sites
- •Simple brochure pages
- •People who want to do everything themselves
Common Limitations:
- •You're tied to their platform, templates, and feature limitations
- •Advanced SEO and technical performance work can be restricted
- •Ongoing costs add up when you start stacking apps, upgrades, and add-ons
- •Harder to create truly custom experiences without workarounds
Why React is Better:
- •Faster loading and cleaner performance when properly built
- •Total design freedom (no template ceiling)
- •Cleaner site structure for scaling content and SEO
- •You own the build direction and can grow without "platform rules"
Features FAQ
Everything you need to know about what's included with your website.
Yes — hosting is included in all of our monthly website management plans (Bronze, Silver, Gold, and E-Commerce). You don't need to worry about separate hosting costs or managing servers.
Most content and photo updates are completed within 24–48 hours depending on scope and request volume. We also offer 'Coming Soon' sections while you finalize content for new services or pages.
React-based sites can be excellent for SEO when they're built correctly with SEO-friendly structure (clean page architecture, proper metadata, crawlable content, and performance optimization). We build with SEO as a foundation, not an afterthought.
Yes. Many clients start on Bronze or Silver and scale into Gold, E-commerce, or add-ons as they grow. Our plans are designed to grow with your business without having to rebuild your site.
Custom React websites offer faster loading speeds, total design freedom (no template limitations), better SEO flexibility, no platform lock-in, and the ability to scale without hitting platform limits. Builders like Wix and Squarespace work for DIY beginners, but growing businesses often outgrow them quickly.
WordPress can be powerful but requires ongoing maintenance — plugin conflicts, update breakages, security risks, and performance issues from heavy themes. React websites have less plugin dependency, are faster when built cleanly, and have a smaller security surface area. Most businesses don't want to manage a plugin ecosystem.
Yes! We set up Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager on every website so you can track visitors, see where traffic comes from, and measure your results. We also review performance with you during monthly strategy meetings.
Absolutely. Every website we build is mobile-first, meaning it's designed for phones and tablets first, then enhanced for larger screens. Over 60% of web traffic comes from mobile devices.
You get real human support from our team. No bots, no ticket systems that take days. Just reach out and we'll help you directly. Priority support options are available depending on your plan level.
Every website includes lightning-fast hosting, SSL security, mobile-responsive design, lead capture forms, Google Analytics, on-site SEO optimization, GDPR compliance, and dedicated human support. Content updates are completed within 24–48 hours.
Ready to Get These Features for Your Business?
All these features come standard with every website we build. Custom-coded, fast, secure, and designed to convert.
Questions? Call us: (855) 901-2365