It’s true that there are many DIY options for websites these days. If you have a limited budget, you can try to build one yourself. However, there are many advantages to hiring a professional web designer, and taking the cheap route is often a false economy.  A good web developer will take the time to learn about your business, your target audience, your goals, and what you need your website to achieve. They will create a beautiful custom web design that is tailored to your business, and not only looks good (including on mobile devices), but also brings more traffic to your site and converts your visitors into clients. They will consider: Branding: Making sure your web design is consistent with your brand – both visually and in tone. SEO: Optimising your site for search engines, helping you rank higher and attract more traffic. CRO: Designing your site to convert visitors into customers Responsive Design: Making sure your site looks and functions well on all devices. UX Design: Creating an intuitive and enjoyable user experience. Performance: Optimising website speed for fast load times.