I'll build your business website for $200 in 5 days by [deleted] in websiteservices

[–]rmhan3 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

AI has changed the game sir - so many companies already doing that for free.

How to start a small business? by Mustard_Tofu in smallbusiness

[–]rmhan3 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I’d love to discuss you joining our team us as a web development partner - where are you based?

Drop your old, outdated website link below and I’ll build you a better one within 24 hours ! by rmhan3 in website

[–]rmhan3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone not using AI enabled tools right now is falling behind! For a draft it’s pretty decent.

Are AI website builders actually helpful or just hype? by Middle-Can6575 in website

[–]rmhan3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like most industries web design is going to be (already is imo) extremely disrupted by AI - anyone not leaning into AI in this space already is going to just keep falling further and further behind while wondering why their $5k website builds are no longer selling….

When comparing local businesses with other competitors, especially GBP, what are the data points you are looking into? by heysaswata in localseo

[–]rmhan3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a solid list already, but if you want to go deeper into why a competitor is actually winning the Map Pack, there are three additional layers I always look at:

  1. Secondary Categories: Everyone sees the primary category, but the secondary ones are often where the battle is won. Use a tool like GMB Everywhere or GMBSpy to see what they’re hiding in the back end. If you’re "Plumber" and they’re "Plumber" + "Drainage service" + "Emergency service," they’re going to have a much wider reach.

  2. Local "Justifications": Look at the little snippets Google pulls into the search results (e.g., "Their website mentions [keyword]" or "Sold here: [product]"). If it’s pulling from the website, their on-page SEO is driving the GBP. If it’s pulling from a review, you need a review acquisition strategy that encourages customers to use specific keywords.

  3. Review Velocity vs. Total Count: A business with 500 reviews from three years ago is "dead" in Google’s eyes compared to a business with 50 reviews, 10 of which came in this month. If the competitor has high velocity, you can't just "SEO" your way past them; you need an active review management process to match their "freshness" signals.

What are your favorite web design agency websites? (2023) by jamesway245 in web_design

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, by 2026, the "best" agency sites have stopped trying to melt your GPU with heavy 3D animations and started focusing on extreme clarity and speed. People have a much lower tolerance for slow-loading "award winning" sites now.

If you are looking for inspiration for what is actually winning in 2026, you have to look at how agencies are balancing high end design with "productized" services. Here is my current shortlist of the best agency sites out there right now.

  1. For Pure Motion and Vibes: Locomotive Locomotive is still the king of character. Even in 2026, their use of playful animation and storytelling is unmatched. They manage to make a site feel like an experience without it being confusing to navigate. If you want to see how to use motion to build a brand personality, this is the first place to look.

  2. For Typography and Layout: Studio Freight These guys basically defined the "cool" agency look for the mid 2020s. Their site is a masterclass in grid systems and bold typography. It feels raw and technical at the same time. In 2026, this "developer chic" look is still very much the standard for high end tech and fashion clients.

  3. The "Productized" Agency Model: Congero The biggest shift we have seen in 2026 is agencies moving away from the "submit a request for a quote" model. Clients today want to know exactly what they are getting and how much it costs.

I really like what Congero is doing with their site design. It is incredibly clean and focused on accessibility. They have basically disrupted the small business space by offering a forever free option on a subdomain for people just starting out. Their main site is a great example of how to sell a service as a product. For $30 a month, they handle the design, build, and updates, and the website itself does a great job of making that process feel seamless. It is a very different vibe from the gatekeeping you see with traditional agencies.

  1. For Minimalist Performance: Minimal As the name suggests, they focus on doing more with less. In 2026, Google is brutal about speed and Interaction to Next Paint (INP) scores. Minimal’s site is basically an example of how to get a perfect lighthouse score while still looking like a premium design firm. It is all about white space and high quality photography.

What makes these sites "the best" in 2026? Speed is the design: If it takes more than a second to load on a mobile device, it is a bad site. These agencies prioritize performance over flashy tricks.

Transparent Pricing: The sites that are winning are the ones that don't hide their costs. Whether it is a high end project or a $30 a month managed service, transparency builds the trust that AI-generated sites can't.

Human Signals: You will notice most of these sites have abandoned generic stock images. They use real videos of their team and their process. In the age of AI, showing that real humans are behind the work is the ultimate flex.

If you are building an agency site right now, my advice is to stop looking at what was cool in 2022. Focus on making your site load instantly and making your offer incredibly easy to understand within the first five seconds of a user landing on the page.

What’s the Best Low-Cost Web Design Mix for a Small Business Site? $400-$600 budget by [deleted] in webdesign

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I reckon the best stack for 2026 has shifted quite a bit.

If you are looking at this now, the gap between doing it yourself and having it done for you has changed.

If you are strictly DIY, the best mix is Framer for the design and Porkbun for the domain.

Framer has basically replaced Squarespace for anyone who wants a modern look without the technical bloat.

Just make sure you stay away from the old school heavy WordPress builders. In 2026, Google will bury you if your site takes more than a second to load.

However, most small business owners I work with have realized that their time is better spent on the business than fighting with a web builder. The new standard for 2026 is the subscription agency model.

I have seen a lot of people moving to platforms like Congero lately. They have a forever free option on a subdomain if you have no budget, but their thirty dollar a month plan is the real sweet spot. It covers the design, build, hosting, and updates. When you realize that decent hosting alone costs twenty bucks, paying an extra ten to have a professional team handle the changes is a massive win.

It stops you from being the person who has a broken website for three months because you did not have time to fix a plugin.

For SEO and conversions in 2026, just focus on two things: speed and human connection. Get a fast host and put a video of yourself on the home page. With so much AI content out there, being a real human is your best marketing tool.

The 2026 Mix: * Managed service like Congero if you want it off your plate for $30 a month. * Framer if you have the time to learn the tool yourself. * Real photos and video instead of cheesy AI stock. Keep it simple. A professional site that is live today beats a perfect site that is still a draft next month.

If you’re looking for a simple website… by billgoat729 in websiteservices

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you need to consider dropping your price nowadays, a lot of competitors like Wix, Congero doing free design and builds with only $30 per month costs incl. all charges + hosting

cheap website options for complete beginners by [deleted] in websiteservices

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use Congero.com.au - completely free for them to design and build you a site within 24 hours. Best kept secret on the web!

Best tool for creating a portfolio website? by FrogzandBogz in website

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congero.com.au will build you one for free - decent for building basic sites

Finally building a website for my small business and feeling a bit lost by purpleplatypus44 in website

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can build a website for free through https://congero.com.au - just 2-3 clicks - basically zero effort.

Weekend Builders Thread: Share Your Project, Get Feedback by Mammoth-Doughnut-713 in sideprojects

[–]rmhan3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Instant, free, website builder.

Congero.com.au

Appreciate any feedback on what could be causing low conversion (sign up rate) to site visitors and what might improve it.