All-in-one Web Design Solutions.
Web Design
Personalized designs that meet your personal or business needs. Built to be fast, responsive and secure.
Hosting & Emails
Affordable SSD hosting running LiteSpeed Web server including free SSL certificate (HTTPS) and basic email hosting.
Support & Maintenance
Never worry about losing your content or going offline. Get regular backups and real human support when you need it.
Services.
User Friendly
I build sites on the familiar and user-friendly WordPress platform, which should get you started quickly to focus on the more important tasks of creating content and managing your web presence.
Hosting
I provide pure SSD Web Hosting to meet the demands of your website, audience and target country.
Choosing my hosting allows you to get optimal performance and security for my design as it’s built on the same reliable infrastructure I entrust to my sites and makes renewing your hosting as well as troubleshooting any issues quicker and more convenient.
Support & maintenance
I provide support and maintenance for all the websites I develop.
Focus on your brand and let me take care of all the nuts and bolts that keep your site secure and up and running!
I’ll keep everything under the hood updated for you and also back it up so you’ll never have to worry about losing your content.
Features & Benefits.
Optimized for Speed
To ensure your site loads fast for your users, I use minimalistic designs coupled with fast reliable hosting all the while leveraging on caching and CDNs for enhanced performance and security.
90+ GTmetrix pagespeed score guaranteed.
Optimized for mobile
The internet has shifted to mobile first. I recognize this and therefore all my designs are responsive to ensure a great and seamless user experience on both mobile and desktop devices.
SEO Ready
My designs are optimized for search engines to ensure Google and other search providers can find your site. But if that’s not enough, you can always consult me on how to further optimize your content thanks to my years of experience blogging.
Easy to Use
Log into your user dashboard and manage the content of your posts, pages and media files after the design is complete. And should have any difficulties, remember my support is precisely there for such moments.
My Portfolio.
KUNAD.ORG
An organizational site for the union of nutritionist and dietitians in Kenya.
HOSI.CO.KE
A directory listing site for hospitals with maps, directions and reviews.
FILAMU.ORG
A full-featured film directory site for Kenyan Movies and TV Shows.
More Services.
Static Sites
Don’t plan on posting or updating your website’s content? Get a simple but nonetheless beautiful static site that never changes and requires little maintenance.
Emails and Newsletters
Get custom personal or business email addresses, plus integrate email marketing tools on your site to send out newsletters and grow your subscriber base.
SEO & Analytics
Optimize your website for search engines, social networks and set up analytics to collect and analyze your website’s performance and better understand your users.
Blog Migration
Already have a blog at WordPress.com or Blogger? No need to start all over! Migrate all your content and subscribers to the freedom of a self-hosted WordPress site.
Disqus Migration
Do you need to keep your Disqus comments after changing your domain or moving your website onto a different platform — WordPress, Blogger, Wix etc. Hire me to migrate your comments as I have done for other clients.
Security
Protect your website against spammers, vulnerabilities and attackers with firewall monitoring, timely updates and regular on-site, off-site and cloud backups
Get Started
Begin your web design journey today!
For any inquiries, please email me at [email protected] or use the contact form below.
FAQS
General Questions
What do I need to have a website?
You need a domain name for your website and hosting that will store your site’s file.
What is a static website?
A static website is one whose content is not generated dynamically rather it is generated from the page itself.
It typically uses only HTML making it self-contained i.e. it has no dependencies (software, databases etc.) which are need for the website to function. This makes it ideal for websites that don’t require regular content updates, interaction or extensive features.
What is the difference between a static site and a WordPress one?
WordPress is a user-friendly content manage system (CMS) that is used to make feature rich dynamic websites, everything from blogs to business sites.
It comes with a user dashboard that makes it easy for you to add and update your website’s content including pages, posts and media files. It also provides a comment system which you can use to interact with your users.
All this convenience however comes at a price: since it’s dependent on other software it requires upkeep to ensure its secure, up to date and performing optimally.
A static site on the other hand provides no dashboard meaning all content updates have to be coded into the page. They also don’t come with an integrated comment system or other mechanisms for interaction with visitors. On the upside they require little maintenance compared to dynamic sites.
How long does it take to deliver a site?
Each website has its own time-line depending on the amount of pages and extent of features needed. Generally speaking however, it can take a minimum of 1 week or up to 4 weeks.
Can I view how the website looks before delivery?
Sure you can. I design my websites on a staging environment where the client can view the draft site and request changes as needed. The final draft is pushed to the live environment once it’s ready for delivery.
Can I request changes after delivery?
Yes, as agreed upon in our agreement you get a certain amount of revisions in the first month after delivery. I however advise my clients to request any major changes while the site is still being designed in the staging environment to avoid downtime that may be necessary when carrying out revisions on a live site.
How much does it cost to design a website?
I work on a per client basis meaning each project has its own price tag that corresponds to a clients specific needs. The cost of each individual feature will be outlined clearly in my proposal.
What is your payment process?
This will be set out in our agreement but usually the client pays 50% of the total cost (this will cater for provisions needed for starting development such hosting, domains etc.) at the beginning of the project and pays the remainder after delivery.
Which payment options do you accept?
I accept PayPal and M-PESA. Other payment options can however be arranged when either of this are not feasible for the client.
Can I use the WordPress app with my site?
Sure, just let me know and I’ll connect your site with your WordPress.com account. You should thereafter be able to login into the Android/iOS WordPress app which you can use to create and edit posts & pages, upload photos & videos, view and reply to comments and view stats from the comfort of your mobile device.
Can you migrate my site from WordPress.com to my own self-hosted WordPress?
Yes, you can request for this service.
If you already had a blog on the WordPress.com platform you don’t have to start from scratch. We can migrate all your content including subscribers to your own self-hosted WordPress site with little to no loses to your current traffic.
Note: A site redirect subscription from WordPress.com is needed to redirect users if you were using their free WordPress domain (i.e yoursite.wordpress.com). Otherwise you’ll have to inform your old users of your new domain and may lose some direct traffic in the process.
It is however possible to redirect all the traffic from your currently indexed search engine results (Google and Bing) to the new domain.
Can you migrate my site from Blogger to WordPress?
Yes, you can request for this service. I’ll migrate all your content including posts, pages and any images attached in them. Comments can also be migrated over if you’re using the native comment system provided by Blogger or Disqus.
Disqus comments can be remapped to point to new URLs (if domain name or permalink structure have been changed) or migrated into the WordPress native comment . For the latter however there is no guarantee that all the comments will be migrated over properly (this is a limitation of the Disqus comment system which I’ve no control over).
Domains
How do I get a domain name?
First you need to decide on the name you want. This should ideally correspond to the name of your brand and should preferably be short and easy to remember.
Once you’ve decided on the name you want, we will register the domain name under your name with a reputable and reliable domain registrar. If you need help deciding on a name you can always consult with me.
Can you register and manage the domain on my behalf?
Yes. I can register and manage the domain for you as part of my support services which will handle the management of the domain settings (e.g DNS, Email) and renewals. The domain will however be registered in your names to ensure you retain its ownership; that way, you can use it for other uses or when you no longer need my services.
How do I renew my domain?
Domains are typically renewed every year though it’s possible to buy a domain for multiple years. If you’re on my support and maintenance plan, I’ll send you an invoice whenever the renewal date is near and handle the rest.
Why is my domain renewal fee higher than the original price I bought it with?
Most domain registrars sell domains at a cheap first price but charge more for renewals. It’s just how their business model works. To avoid surprises always verify the renewal price whenever buying a domain.
Email & Newsletters
Does your web design services include emails?
Yes. The default email hosting comes at no extra price, but to set up an external email service is provided as a separate service.
What do I need to set up my own email addresses?
You’ll need a domain name and a mail server. You can use the same domain you use for your website or a different one if needed.
As for a mail server, most hosting providers include it with their hosting packages (including the one I offer) but it’s recommended to use a separate one from your hosting.
Why is it recommended to use a separate email hosting service?
The main reason is that on the occasion your hosting server goes down or experiences issues, both your website and emails will be affected. Other reasons include:
- emails will count towards your hosting space (a key consideration if you expect to send out or receive many attachments)
- you may have to lose your emails in the event you need to change your hosting
- emails from shared hosting environments may be blacklisted or flagged as spam (usually incorrectly) by large mail providers like Google’s Gmail, Microsoft and some government agencies due to their strict security protocols or a bad IP reputation.
- the email is basic and thus may lack some of the advanced features offered by commercial mail services
- emails on a shared hosting environment bring up the issue of privacy (a key consideration if you intend to send out highly sensitive messages)
Therefore, if you expect to use your email addresses as a primary means of communication or expect to receive or send very important emails, it’s advisable to consider using an email service that is specially geared for this task.
What are some examples of email hosting services that I can use?
There are plenty of premium email services out there that you can use with your domain but ultimately the choice will depend on your individual needs and budget. Some common choices include:
- Zoho Mail
- G Suite from Google
- ProtonMail
- Migadu
- Private Email from Namecheap
- FastMail
- Office 365
If you decide to go this route for your emails just let me know of your preferred provider and I’ll handle the rest for you as part of my support service.
I need to send out newsletters from my website. Is this possible?
Yes. I can integrate a newsletter or email marketing campaign on your website if requested.
You should however note that while WordPress can send out newsletters for you using the email server provided by your hosting, this is not recommended as you may easily reach your email limits should you have many subscribers in your mailing list. Also there’s the likelihood of your newsletters ending up in the spam folders.
Instead, it’s recommended you use an email marketing or transactional email service that will reliably send out bulk/mass emails for you without putting a strain on your hosting resources. Some of these services will also provide you with tools for designing email templates, managing subscribers, setting auto-responders, analytics and tracking for your campaigns.
Examples of newsletter / email marketing services include:
- Mailchimp
- Tinyletter
- MailPoet
- MailerLite
- Jackmail
- Sendinblue
- Sendy
- Aweber
- Jetpack Subscriptions
Examples of transactional email services include:
- Sendgrid
- Mailgun
- Mandrill
Some of the above services are completely free while others provide limited free plans or trials which you can use as you grow your list to numbers which justify upgrading to a premium plan.
Will you manage the newsletter for me?
The simple answer is no. I will integrate the newsletter into the website with your preferred provider however you’ll have to manage it after the initial set up is done. The only assistance I can provide beyond this is troubleshooting issues and handling renewals both of which you can request as part of my support service.
Hosting
Which hosting do you recommend?
I recommend you go with the hosting I bundle with my service but should you need something more powerful than what I provide, I can happily point you to specific hosts that I prefer.
If you prefer something else, just ensure the hosting is well optimized for WordPress and uses the latest software (outdated software such as PHP may affect your site’s performance and is a security risk).
A word of caution: Beware of any EIG Hosts and GoDaddy due to their well documented performance issues and poor support.
Do I get access to an administration panel when I use your hosting?
No, what I provide is akin to “managed” hosting, meaning I take care of all the system administration duties for you as part of my support and maintenance service.
If you’re comfortable managing your hosting plan on your own then I recommend you get hosting from a provider that includes an administration panel you’re familiar with (e.g cPanel, DirectAdmin, Plesk). In this case you’ll assume responsibility of any hosting/server issues but I’ll be available to provide support and maintenance for your WordPress site.
What are the features of the hosting you provide?
- Shared Hosting
- NVMe SSD Disk Storage
- 300-1000GB Monthly Bandwith
- LiteSpeed Server + LSCache
- HTTP/2 Enabled Servers
- Free SSL Certificate
- Latest PHP Versions
- 99.9% Uptime
Do you provide SSL Certificates?
Yes, all websites I design will be HTTPs secured free of charge. Otherwise, you can purchase a SSL to use for your site.
Support & Maintenance
Do you provide support after delivering the site to the client?
Yes, I provide free support & maintenance for the first month after delivering the site.
What does the support and maintenance service include?
The extent of services provided will depend upon the services you opted to be included in your support & maintenance package. The service typically covers the following tasks:
Support
- I’ll do a limited amount of minor revisions to the design at an no added cost as agreed upon in our agreement in the first month.
- I’ll troubleshoot and fix WordPress-related issues that cause the site not to work as it did when delivered to the client.
- I’ll troubleshoot and fix any hosting-related issues for all sites using my hosting plan.
- I’ll provide support for any extra services we agreed upon e.g E-mails, Newsletters etc.
Maintenance
- I’ll keep your WordPress core and any plug-ins it uses up to date.
- I’ll actively secure your site’s by:
- installing a web application firewall (WAF) at no added cost
- monitoring your site’s firewall
- blocking attackers and spammers
- scanning your site once every month for malware
- I’ll backup your site:
- daily or weekly to the cloud (frequency can be adjusted to how often you update your site)
- monthly on the server
- monthly on an off-site location
- I’ll restore your backups in the event your website is compromised or lose some data.
What happens when the first month of support ends?
The free support ends and you either subscribe to my support and maintenance package and continue providing all the above services in addition to sending you an optional monthly report (on any updates, traffic stats, firewall incidences etc) or we keep in touch and you refer me some clients 🙂
What if something happens to my site and I need your help?
You can always reach out for assistance. I’ll just bill you for any services rendered.
What are your support channels?
I communicate primarily via the email address [email protected]. You can however also reach me via Telegram or optionally WhatsApp.
Where are you located?
I work and live in Naiobi, Kenya. If you’re within the city or its environs, physical meetings can be arranged to discuss your web development needs or provide training if needed.