If you’re starting a new website or thinking about redesigning your current one, one of the first questions you’ll face is: What platform should I use? With so many options—Wix, Squarespace, Shopify, Webflow, WordPress—it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your business.
At Chico Web Design, we work across multiple platforms depending on our clients’ needs. However, our top recommendation (and most-used platform) is WordPress, specifically paired with the Elementor page builder. Here’s why:
Why We Recommend WordPress + Elementor
1. Full Design Flexibility
Elementor allows for pixel-perfect design without needing to write code. This gives our team the ability to build fully custom layouts and bring your brand’s vision to life with ease—no cookie-cutter templates.
2. Scalability for Any Business
From startups to growing enterprises, WordPress scales beautifully. Whether you need a simple brochure site or a complex system with e-commerce, bookings, or membership features, WordPress + Elementor can grow with you.
3. Cost-Effective Ownership
WordPress is open-source, which means there are no ongoing licensing fees like other platforms charge. It gives you full ownership and control of your website.
4. SEO Friendly
Out of the box, WordPress is built with SEO in mind. Paired with industry-standard plugins and best practices, we ensure your site is fully optimized for search engines.
5. Easy to Edit
Once your site is built, Elementor’s drag-and-drop interface makes it easy for you to make updates yourself—without needing a developer for every change.
6. Secure and Reliable Hosting
We offer hosting on our secure, HIPAA-compliant servers—ideal for medical and professional websites that require top-level data protection and uptime.
7. Extensive Plugin Ecosystem
Need a specific feature? There’s likely a trusted plugin available. This ecosystem speeds up development time and reduces costs.
We’re Platform-Agile, Too
While WordPress + Elementor is our go-to for most projects due to its flexibility and power, we understand that some businesses may already be on different platforms—or have unique requirements. Whether you’re using Shopify for e-commerce or need a Webflow-powered design, our team has the expertise to work across a variety of systems.
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