Frequently Asked Questions



I am interested in building a website. But I am not sure what all that entails. Can you help me?

Words we live by..


Strive to do things right the first time. If you don't have time to do things right the FIRST time, when will you find time to do them over?

Developing a website is a process of several, often overlapping, steps. Please see our Web Site Development Process document for detailed information.

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How long does it take to actually build the site?

The answer to this question is,"It depends". The more complex website project, the longer it will take from start to finish. A simple site can be laid out, designed, coded and launched within 30 days. Thirty days assumes that all the pieces (content, images, scripts, tags and technologies) come together quickly. From experience we would suggest you budget a minimum of ninety (90) days for your site.

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How much will a website cost me?

Genesis One And One offers several competitive Website Development Packages. Many will suit the needs for small businesses in need of new sites. Basic packages start at $450 and include common requirements like custom images, a custom email form and simple SEO.

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What is domain registration and how do I do that?

Domain Name Registration is the process of telling the world that you intend to own a UNIQUE name, phrase or word and use it for a website. When you register the domain you can assign it to your web host. The host then sets up an account for you in that name. As the name is unique to you, no other website will be allowed to use that name until you release or lose your registration.

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What about hosting? How do I find a good host?

A good web host is as important as a good web design. If your host has old machines or poor technical support, or if your site is down more than it's up, you are throwing your money away. When we evaluate hosts we have a list of questions we ask. Two of the more important ones are:
a) How much storage space and bandwidth am I getting?
b)Is this a fair price?
You can read our complete document How to Evaluate A Web Host
Of course Genesis One & One can find a host for you. This is one of the free services we offer to our to clients.

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I don't have very many pictures or cartoons for my site. Can you help me find good quality, low cost images?

Images can make or break a design. Take a high quality layout and pair it with low quality clipart and you have an ugly site. Besides the main site design, Genesis One & One can create any webart (buttons, arrows, lines) that you will need for your site. We also have access to millions of royalty free and copyright free photographs, fonts and clipart. We can edit in just about any way these site assets to help build an eye pleasing site.

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I already have a logo. But it's just a drawing? Will you be able to use that on my site?

Logos

Don't have logo or not happy with the one you've got? Genesis One & One can create a custom logo for you. A custom logo will help set your business apart from your competitors as you set your service apart from the pack.

Yes. Depending on the type of logo ( lots of shadowing, beveling, embossing etc) we may need to recreate the logo.

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My company already has marketing collateral. Can you integrate those into the new site?

Yes, we can create pages, forms, diagrams and other images from you marketing brochures or catalogues.

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We have an existing database for our inventory. Will you be able to integrate our database into the new site?

Getting your data online can be a time consuming task. We can help deliver an efficient solution depending on the type of database your company currently uses, the limits of your host service and budgets constrains.

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I've seen a website that I absolutely love. Can you duplicate it for me?

Website designs (layout, graphics, images) are protected by US and international copyrights. Please see our section on Copyright Issues For Website Owners. Duplicating a design is a violation of copyright. Beyond copyright, there is branding. In order to be competitive in the online world, you should strive to set your site apart from your competitor or even a non-competitor's site. When we create your site, we strive to make it as unique as possible, reflecting both your style and the likes of your clients.

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I have some pages from a book that I want to add to my site. Can you help me with these?

Yes, we can scan and make "web ready" any books or other documents that you might have.

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Will I have to sign a contract or other legal documents?

Yes. We have a standardized design contract that all clients sign before we commence any work. We also require that clients sign change orders as changes to the original work schedules are made.

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I'm a little nervous about hiring a designer. What if I don't like the design? Can you do a mock up of my project before I sign a contract?

Work On Spec

Find Out why Genesis One And One Studios participates in No! Spec.

Mock ups before a contract for payment is agreed is called "Work on Spec". We do not do Work on Spec. Instead, we offer you a solid contract with provisions for every aspect of design including a termination clause if our Designer/Client relationship is not working out.

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I've heard that some companies own the site once they build it. Who will own my site once you've built it?

Our contract spells out the details about who owns what. In general you will own your website, except as noted in the contract. Also, some images and photographs or scripts will have separate licenses or copyrights that are non transferable. These will remain the property of their owners.

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What about search engines and optimization? What does that cost?

Basic Search Engine Optimization is built into the cost of every site. Since search engine positioning is an ongoing process, we do offer "Extended SEO Services" packages that you can take advantage of.

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I'm not technical at all. Will you continue to help me with the up keep of my site after the contract ends?

Yes. Assuming you need additional help we offer Client Care Services that you may purchase.
If you decide not to purchase a Care Service, we will still be glad to help you as we are able too. However, if your problem is involved, we will bill you, at the current hourly rate, for our time. As always we will let you know in advance if a situation will incur fees.

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