Bespoke Websites vs. WordPress - Why to Go Bespoke.
In the realm of web development, the choice between bespoke websites and WordPress stands as a pivotal decision for small businesses. Crafted with precision, bespoke websites offer tailored solutions, while WordPress presents a versatile platform with pre-designed options.
Why are bespoke sites faster than WordPress sites?
One of the most important aspects of your website ranking on Google is how fast it loads and performs - especially on mobile. The problem with template services (SquareSpace, WordPress, Wix, etc) is that they come with a lot of bloat - any plugins and extra stuff you have on your site the more you will only slow it down.
This is critical because studies have shown that majority of users will abandon a website if it takes more than 3 seconds to load. So if your website is taking more than 3 seconds to load, what’s the point in even having it if a majority of the users won’t even view it? That’s one the BIGGEST drawbacks that I see with WordPress and Wix sites - they can take too long to load and cost you customers.
Bespoke sites, however, can load up to 10 times faster than a WordPress site because they don't come with any of the bloat. Everything is already prebuilt, so all the browser has to do is load it and throw it at your browser. There are no plugins, no databases, no wasted space or bloat. Every line of code that I write in my sites is done with purpose, and written in an organized manner that’s easy for Google to read and understand.Sites like WordPress have TONS of bloated and messy code that only further bog down the load times.
Why are bespoke sites more secure than WordPress sites?
One of the problems with WordPress sites is the amount of plugins you have to use. Each of those plugins is made by someone you're placing the trust of your site in. There are so many new security vulnerabilities discovered in the web every day that each plugin is a gamble - you need to trust whoever made the plugin to keep on top of security, and trust yourself to keep on top of updating those plugins.
And since WordPress is the most popular content management system (CMS) for website building, hackers will specifically target WordPress sites to exploit known vulnerabilities and target websites with out-of-date versions and plugins. Your website has a target on its back. By going the bespoke site route, we remove that target from your back and your website can live freely without worrying about being abducted off the internet streets.
Bespoke sites however have nothing to attack - There's no plugins, each line of code is hand crafted to keep your site secure.
Conclusion.
In the end, whether you go for a bespoke or WordPress site it all comes down to your budget and priorities. If you just need something out there then it’s okay to use WordPress or Wix, but it doesn't take much more to get something done that’s a step up, and can maximize your online presence. Bespoke websites can cost more, but not with Leon Web Design. I specialise in affordable bespoke design for small businesses. If I've captured your interest with this article, why not get in touch?
