Church Websites

Church Websites

What Should You Pay for a Church Website: The Hidden Costs

You might think that church websites would be so ubiquitous that a relatively standardized price would have evolved over time. The truth is, though, that there are just too many factors to consider. In this series of articles, I'll talk about the various costs of a church website. While the stated prices can vary widely, I want to focus in this time on the hidden costs you won't find on a sales page and how you can avoid or minimize them.

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Great church websites start with a great domain name

Your domain is your web address or URL, such as "http://mychurch.org". Having a good domain is essential--and you definitely aren't stuck with the one you have if you don't like it. A great domain name makes it easier for people to both find and remember your church website. It affects your official email addresses as well, seeing that the addresses end with the same domain, "you@mychurch.org". This article will hope you choose the best domain for your church.

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How Technical Literacy Influences Church Website Elements

After building and consulting on dozens of church websites, and reviewing hundreds more, I can tell you with certainty that there is no magic formula for how to structure your church website; it becomes a moving target in the face of rapid technological change. This is why you should consider revamping your church website as a continual process. Having said that, there are still some components you would expect to find in a church website. Articles like this tend to focus on a one-sized fits all approach. Other's will give you different layouts based on size. I'm to buck the trend by giving you layouts based on technical literacy. This often times mirrors church size, but not always.

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