Q: How much does a web site cost? There are quite a few factors that are going to affect the ultimate cost of your web site. Initially all work is based on an hourly rate and the following factors will affect the time required:

• how many pages you are going to have,
• if you will sell products on your website,
• the graphic work involved,
• how interactive your future web site will be
• if you have set a budget we can work within, we will.
• You will also need web hosting and domain name registration.

Q: Do I need to hire a web site designer who works nearby? We create web sites for clients internationally. By using the Internet, email and the telephone, it is possible to communicate effectively with clients anywhere.

Q: How long does it take to have a web site designed? The time frame is determined by the size and type of your web site, the complexity of your design, and our current client schedule.

Q: What is a URL? - URL = "universal resource locator". This is the address typed in to view a web page on the Internet. For example, to find us you would type http://www.cassidydesign.co.nz in to access our home page.

Q: What is a domain name? A domain name is a specific web site address that you choose and register with the Domain Name Commissioner. For example our domain name is "cassidydesign.co.nz".

Q: Can I move my web site? hosting from another hosting compay to Cassidy Design. How do I do this? Just fill out an inquiry and we will take care of everything. We will transfer your domain name along with all of your existing web sites content.

Q: Can I choose you to design my site and use my own web hosting? Yes.

Q: What is web hosting? Web hosting is a monthly fee that you pay to have your site accessible on the Internet. We can provide web hosting for our clients.

Q: What is site maintenance? Maintenance is a fee paid monthly to keep your site updated with new content that you provide. Most good web sites have new content updated regularly. Fresh content is what will keep your visitors coming back.

Q: Can you work to our budget? We will work with you to offer you an affordable solution.

Q: I can't find my web site in the search engines? Once your site has been submitted to the top Search Engines they may require several weeks, or even months to actually spider and list your web site in their directory. How fast your site is listed depends on each individual Search Engines database update schedule. Watch your server traffic logs for visiting spiders. We suggest you use Guaranteed Search Engine Submit. Your site can be listed on AOL, MSN, Overture in a couple of days. Click here to read more.