Back in the day, it was customary to have a ‘static’ website. Your developer builds it, and if you need a change, you need them to do it. Since the inception of CMS like WordPress, those days have faded. The ability to edit your website’s content can be crucial to the growth of a business.

We care just as much about the editing experience as the front end. A website is only genuinely useful if the people using it day to day can update it without needing to understand code, layouts or design rules.

Below are five reasons why your next website should be editable –

1. Flexibility

An editable website allows you to make changes to your website easily and quickly. You can add new pages, update content, and make layout changes without starting from scratch.

2. Scalability

An editable website is paramount if you plan to grow over time. Then, as your business expands, you can add new content and information to your website without building a new one.

3. Cost-effectiveness

Although an editable website may cost more upfront, it will be more cost-effective in the long run. You won’t have to pay a web developer whenever you want to change your website.

4. Search engine optimisation (SEO)

An editable website allows you to optimize your content for search engines quickly. You can add meta tags, descriptions, and keywords to your content, which can help your website rank higher in search engine results.

5. User experience

An editable website can provide a better user experience for your visitors. You can make ad-hoc changes to your website based on customer feedback, which can improve the overall user experience.

In summary

Overall, an editable website will give you more control over your website, greater flexibility, and a better user experience. Here at Eldo, the quality and ease of use of the backend editing is as important as the front end. We build bespoke admin setups to allow you to add your content without coding or design knowledge quickly.

If it’s a no-brainer for your next website to be editable, give us a shout. We’d love to chat through your options with you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should my website be editable?

An editable website lets you update content, add pages, publish news, change images and keep information accurate without needing a developer for every small change.

Can every part of a website be editable?

Most important content can be made editable, but not every design element should necessarily be changed freely. A good editing setup gives control without making it easy to break the layout.

Will an editable website cost more?

It can cost more than a static site because the editing system needs planning and setup. However, it often saves money over time because you can make many updates yourself.

Is WordPress good for editable websites?

Yes. WordPress is a strong choice for editable websites, especially when the admin area is set up clearly around the content the business needs to manage.

Date Posted

May 8th, 2023

Time to Read

2m 31s

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Web Design & Development

Scott

Written by Scott

Hi, I’m Scott, founder of Eldo Web Design. I’ve been designing, building and supporting websites for businesses across Hampshire and beyond for over 15 years. Through these articles, I share practical advice, industry insights and lessons learned from creating hundreds of websites for real businesses.
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