Nearly 20 years ago*, WordPress appeared on the programming horizon as a user-friendly content management system (CMS) and has been continuously developed as an open-source project ever since.
WordPress is great – and with Elbnetz on board, it gets even better!
As a WordPress agency, we have the experience and know-how to expertly steer you through your (new) website project. With us, you save time and avoid unnecessary stress – and once your website is live, we are happy to provide optional WordPress training. After that, you will be able to navigate the web independently with your website.
* 20 years in human terms correspond to a dinosaur age in internet time – and in this case, that is a good thing: WordPress is well-established, experienced, and backed by a large community available 24/7 to handle even unique requirement.
A Quick Look: Why Choose a WordPress Website?
- WordPress powers 37% of all websites worldwide (and its large community ensures … almost everything: quick solutions, collaboration, ongoing development, future-proofing, user-friendliness, and more).
- WordPress itself is free to use and comes with ready-made design templates (themes) that can be customized and extended to your unique needs.
- WordPress is simple and intuitive, requires only a short learning curve, and quickly rewards website beginners with success.
- WordPress gives you independence, as websites can be designed, filled with content, and maintained on your own.
- WordPress websites are suitable for both small, simple projects and large, complex ones.
- WordPress ensures both visibility and security with built-in SEO features and ongoing updates.
So, what is WordPress?
WordPress is the top dog among website systems – and it’s recognized worldwide. Since 2003, this free content management system (CMS) started as simple blogging software and has grown into a flexible platform capable of everything: from a small hobby blog to a highly complex corporate website. Particularly impressive are the constant updates and the massive WordPress community, which is so quick to help with any questions or problems that you can’t help but wonder if they have a secret support HQ somewhere.
And then there’s WordPress’ ‘little sister’: WooCommerce. This powerful e-commerce extension packs a punch and can turn any website into a high-performing online shop – whether you’re selling five or five thousand products. Just like WordPress, WooCommerce benefits from a strong community and the open-source mentality, meaning solutions are often found faster than a customer can click ‘Add to Cart.’”
Why WordPress Specialists?
Elbnetz is an agency specialized in WordPress. While WordPress is simple, it’s not something you can just handle on the side. That’s probably why we often get inquiries asking if we can rescue failed WordPress projects. ‘My developer isn’t responding anymore’ or ‘The designer won’t answer the phone’ are complaints we hear all too often as a WordPress agency. Because of its apparent simplicity, WordPress can easily be underestimated.
That’s why we focus exclusively on WordPress and, over the years and numerous projects, have developed into true WordPress specialists.
Services of a specialized WordPress agency
A website is more than just design and technical content. As a WordPress agency, we guide and support you through the entire process of bringing your website to life.
To make a visit to your website a complete success for everyone involved, we’ve put our heads together and compiled all the key aspects for you below.
Content
The first step is figuring out what content your website actually needs. In other words: Who (the target audience) should be addressed, and how? What messages need to be communicated – and in what form? How can the website be structured and organized for maximum impact? The clearer and more compelling your content, the better your website will perform.
Features
The features of a wensite are tailored to the requirements at hand. We create everything from simple sites to those with online shops, sliders, blogs, vlogs, contact forms, project and portfolio showcases, and much more – everything you need for a compelling online presence.
Design
Equally important for a website’s effectiveness is the right design. Visual presentation and layout are what visitors notice first – something often underestimated. The perfect website design is modern, clear, unique, and fully responsive.
Security
It is what it is: no website can ever be 100% secure. However, since WordPress is constantly being optimized, we can put your mind at ease: regular updates and minimal plugin usage ensure a very high level of security. We will show you how to maintain it yourself – or, if you prefer, we are happy to handle ongoing maintenance for you.”
Legal
From image usage to a full privacy policy and the website’s legal notice, there are a number of legal requirements that must be observed when creating and running a website. In addition, we ensure GDPR compliance and keep you updated on any new regulations.
Marketing
To ensure your website is noticed by search engines worldwide and achieves a high Google ranking, search engine optimization (SEO) with high-quality content is essential. In addition, effective marketing strategies, such as social media or affiliate links, support a website’s overall efficiency. For all of this, we have specialists in the engine room of our WordPress agency who truly know their craft.
WordPress Training Courses
As a WordPress agency, we ensure your website meets all your requirements. It can help you achieve your (business) goals, and you might be amazed by some of the features and possibilities your WordPress website offers.
Once your website has finally launched and is live, we’re happy to offer our clients an exclusive Captain’s crash course, giving you the skills to navigate your site confidently and effortlessly on your own. Alternatively, we’re also glad to stay on board as your guides, supporting you every step of the way.
If you’re reading this, you’re either extremely curious or a search engine.
We are happy about both!
A functional, appealing online presence is a must nowadays.
Having your own website has long become standard for businesses, freelancers, other self-employed professionals, and even private individuals. And: a website should be more than just an online business card. The number of products and services being ordered online continues to grow every day.
The Value of a WordPress Website
Every WordPress website should be designed to engage its target audience — whether that is a company, a freelancer, or a private individual running their own website. For potential clients or decision-makers, the content, design, and functionality of a WordPress website create real value. Security and legal compliance are just as important for a functional WordPress website as SEO (search engine optimization). And all of these factors — functionality, text, and overall content —make up the content that Google and other search engines love.
A Tool for Customer Acquisition
Ultimately, a well-functioning WordPress website serves as an effective tool for customer acquisition, generating a growing number of inquiries from interested clients — and therefore new business opportunities. At best, a WordPress website encourages users to stay and explore. It does so by working smoothly and offering an attractive design. Website design is often perceived subconsciously by visitors. Statistics show that the more appealing a website’s design is, the longer users stay on individual pages — and the more clicks they make. Congratulations on a great click-through rate, thanks to a perfectly functioning WordPress website!
Features of a WordPress Website
Back to the possible features of a WordPress website: websites can serve as a simple blog, a more or less complex online presence, or anything in between. For example, a website can help potential clients or customers find you, showcase a few references, or generate inquiries through a contact form. Increasingly popular, however, are WordPress websites with integrated online shops (– these are known as WooCommerce shops, but more on that elsewhere). On this website, you can find an overview under the “WooCommerce Shops” menu item in the dropdown under “Expertise.” Search engines also love crawling SEO-rich text embedded under the main content, helping your website perform better in search results.
GDPR and Protection Against Hacking
Last but not least, legal compliance and security are essential when running a WordPress website. Elbnetz, as one of the leading WordPress agencies, supports website owners with privacy policies and legal disclaimers that comply with current regulations and meet GDPR requirements. When it comes to WordPress and security, there’s a strong community providing regular security updates and plugins — but hackers are always lurking. WordPress websites, being the world’s most popular content management system, are frequent targets. Regular maintenance and updates are an effective defense against attacks. And don’t worry — if you’d rather not handle website maintenance yourself, Elbnetz is happy to take care of it for you.