Frequently Asked Questions
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You don't need to be tech-savvy to work with me — that's exactly what I'm here for. Once your website is built, I include a 2-hour training session where I walk you through everything in plain, simple language — no jargon, no rushing. We'll cover exactly what you need to know to feel confident making basic updates on your own.
If something comes up down the road that you'd rather not tackle yourself, I'm always just a message away — ongoing support is available on an hourly basis whenever you need it.
And if you'd simply rather not manage the site at all, that's completely okay too — my Monthly Website Care package means I handle updates, security, and maintenance for you every month, so you never have to worry about it. Whichever option feels right for you, you'll never be left figuring things out alone.
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Most websites take a few weeks from our first conversation to launch, depending on how much content you already have ready (photos, text, branding) and how quickly we can meet to go over your vision. I'll give you a clear timeline before we start so there are no surprises.
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Website design starts from $1,200 CAD, with social media setup and Google/AI search setup available separately or bundled in. Beyond the build, Squarespace has its own monthly hosting fee. From there, it's up to you: manage updates yourself after training, pay hourly if you need occasional help, or choose Monthly Website Care (from $200 CAD/month) if you'd rather I keep everything running for you. I'll always be upfront about costs before we begin.
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Yes, absolutely. I can review your existing site and recommend updates, refresh the design, or rebuild specific pages — you don't always need to start from scratch. I build exclusively on Squarespace, so if your current site is on a different platform, I'll handle moving your existing content, like text and photos, over to your new Squarespace site, so you don't have to worry about the technical side of it. Once we've talked through what's working and what isn't, you can choose to have me handle the improvements as a one-time project, or fold ongoing updates into my Monthly Website Care package if you'd like things kept fresh going forward.
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Your website is your home base — where customers learn about your business and decide to reach out. But social media is often what brings them there in the first place, driving traffic to your site and turning followers into customers. The two work best together, which is why I offer both — though we can absolutely start with just one and add the other later.
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SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is the classic way of helping your website show up when someone searches on Google — think of it as getting your business into the top results people click on.
AIO (AI Optimization) is newer, and just as important: it's about making sure tools like ChatGPT and Google's AI search results can easily find, understand, and recommend your business — even without someone visiting your website first.
More and more people are asking AI tools for recommendations instead of typing into Google, so I design every website with both in mind — helping you show up in traditional search results and get recommended by AI tools, so you're covered no matter how someone finds you.
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Your website is the full picture of your business — your story, services, and how to reach you. Your Google Business Profile is what helps people find you when they search on Google or Google Maps, especially locally. I set both up so they work together, helping customers on the Sunshine Coast find you faster.
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You can absolutely make simple updates yourself — that's exactly what your 2-hour training session is for. I'll walk you through everything you need to know for things like updating text or swapping photos, so you feel confident handling the basics on your own. If you'd rather not deal with it at all, my Monthly Website Care package means I take care of everything for you — the choice is yours.