Custom website

A good website fulfills the purpose for which the website was built. We create custom websites that are easy to use, and that are easy to find through search engines (SEO optimized).

We build unique custom websites that are designed for speed, accessibility, security, mobile devices, search engine optimisation (SEO) and are also easy to manage. We usually use Joomla CMS, an advanced open source Content Management System (CMS), as our basis.

We take care of a well-configured website, a clear and logical menu structure, a neat design, "nice URLs", a breadcrumb trail for extra navigation, an XML sitemap, etc. And we provide a short training course so that you can manage your content yourself.

Custom design

Branding allows you to distinguish yourself from your competitors. Custom design is a form of branding. We build custom designs based on our client's corporate identity. If you don't have a corporate identity yet, we can bring in external professional designers. They will then provide logos and web design, which we use as the basis for the design of the website.

Custom content

We support companies and organisations with the creation of website content. We are not specialised in writing texts. If our customers need optimised texts, we cooperate with professional copywriters.

Custom functionality

Much functionality is available through the Joomla Extension Directory. Some extensions are free, others are available for a small fee. There is a lot of quality difference between the extensions in terms of: functionality, design, usability, quality of the code and the cooperation with other extensions. Getting advice from fellow Joomla users or paid advice from a professional Joomla company can save a lot of time and money.

Sometimes it is more convenient to have custom functionality developed. We have experience with custom extension development since 2005.

Custom website

We take care of your unique custom website, which will be designed with unique design and set up for usability, speed & search engine optimization (SEO).

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Why is a custom-built website important?

Unique look and branding

A custom website is designed based on your corporate identity, brand identity and target audience. This sets you apart from competitors and makes a professional impression.

Better user experience (UX)

A customised website takes user experience into account and is built intuitively, so visitors find what they are looking for quickly and easily. This increases conversions and customer satisfaction.

Optimisation for speed

Many templates contain unnecessary code and features that make a website slower. Custom websites are coded efficiently, making them load faster, which is crucial for both visitors and search engines.

SEO-friendliness

A customised website can be built with an SEO strategy in mind, so that search engines index the website better and it ranks higher in Google.

Flexibility and scalability

A customised website grows with your business. Additional functionalities and integrations can be added seamlessly without the limitations of a standard template.

Integration with other systems

Do you have specific tools or software such as a CRM, booking system or web shop? A custom-made website can be seamlessly linked to external systems, allowing you to work more efficiently.

How do you build a custom website?

Strategy and planning

Goal and target audience define
before you start, it is important to determine the purpose of the website and who the target audience is. should the website be a blog, webshop, member portal, or business website?
Installation and configuration
a cms can be easily installed via a web host with an automatic installation option or manually by downloading the files. manually is better because you have more control over the version and the installation and configuration process.
Structure and navigation plan
it is essential to plan the menu structure and the hierarchy of the content well. this can be managed in joomla through the built-in menu manager.

Design and template selection

Use existing template or develop a custom template
joomla offers many free and premium templates. for a unique look, a custom template can be developed with html, css, and joomla’s own template overrides.
Responsive and mobile-friendly design
a good joomla template is responsive and automatically adapts to different screen sizes.
Customization via the joomla template manager
through the template manager in joomla, you can adjust colors, fonts, and layout settings without working directly in the code.

Adding functionality

Install joomla extensions
joomla has an extensive extension library with modules, components, and plugins to add extra functionality.
Essential extensions for custom websites:
- JCE editor – improved text editor for content management.
- Akeeba backup – automatic backups and recovery options.
- RSform! pro – advanced form builder.
- OSmap – html/xml sitemap.
Develop custom extensions
for specific functionalities, a custom joomla component, module, or plugin can be developed in php.

Management and optimisation

structure categories and articles
joomla uses a category-based content management system, making articles organized and easy to manage.
search engine optimization (seo)
- set clean urls via joomla sef settings.
- optimize metadata, titles, and descriptions.
- use xml sitemaps and structured data with extensions like osmap.
improve speed and performance
- enable joomla’s built-in cache.
- optimize images.
- minimize unused extensions and scripts.

Security and maintenance

set up basic security
- keep joomla up to date with the latest versions.
- use strong passwords and two-factor authentication (2fa).
- protect the administrator url with an extra security layer.
create regular backups
- use a backup extension like akeeba backup to schedule automatic backups and create restore points.
testing and debugging
- check the website for errors using joomla’s debug mode and ensure all links and forms work correctly.
- use commercial tools like screaming frog to test the entire website.

Launch and development

configure domain and hosting
ensure fast and reliable joomla hosting with support for php, mysql, and ssl certificates.
launch the website
after a final check, the website can be launched and made publicly accessible.
ongoing optimization and updates
- regularly add new content.
- regularly test the entire website with commercial tools like screaming frog.
- keep joomla and extensions updated.
- gather user feedback and improve the site.

How we help you with custom websites!

Strategy and planning

A successful website starts with a strong base. We help with:

Define goal and target group
Is your website for information, a webshop, member portal, or business use? We look at your needs and target group to choose the right structure.
Install and configure
We install and set up Joomla by hand, so you have full control over the version and settings.
Plan structure and navigation
A clear website structure is very important. We help you make a good menu and content layout in Joomla.

Design and template selection

An attractive website gives a professional look and a nice user experience. We offer:

Template options
Choose a ready-made premium Joomla template or let us build a full custom template with HTML, CSS, and Joomla’s template overrides.
Responsive design
We make sure your website works well on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Editing with Joomla’s template manager
Do you want to change colors, fonts, and layout settings easily? We make sure you can manage this yourself without knowing any code.

Adding functionality

Depending on your business needs, we add the right features:

Install Joomla extensions
We add modules, components, and plugins to make your website easy to use and efficient.
Must-have extensions for custom websites:
- JCE Editor – Better text editor for content management.
- Akeeba Backup – Automatic backups and restore options.
- RSForm! Pro – Advanced form builder.
- OSMap – HTML/XML sitemap.
Create custom extensions
Do you have special needs? We build custom Joomla components, modules, or plugins in PHP.

Management and optimisation

A Joomla website should not only work well, but also be easy to find in search engines. We help with:

Organizing categories and articles
We help you create a clear content structure so your website stays easy to understand.
SEO optimization:
- Setting clean URLs using Joomla SEF settings.
- Improving metadata, titles, and descriptions.
- Adding XML sitemaps and structured data with tools like OSMap.
Speed improvement:
- Turning on caching for faster loading.
- Optimizing images.
- Removing extra extensions and scripts.

Security and maintenance

Joomla websites must be well protected against hacks and data leaks. We take care of:

Basic security:
- Keeping Joomla and extensions up to date.
- Using strong passwords and two-factor authentication (2FA).
- Extra protection for the administrator area.
Automatic backups:
- We set up backups with Akeeba Backup so you always have a restore point.
Testing and error checking:
- Using Joomla’s Debug Mode to find errors.
- Analyzing the website with tools like Screaming Frog to check all pages.

Launch and development

A website is never really “finished”. We make sure of a smooth launch and keep improving the site.

Set up domain and hosting
We help you choose fast and reliable Joomla hosting with PHP, MySQL, and SSL support.
Make the website live
Before the site goes live, we do a full final check.
Ongoing optimization and updates:
- Add and improve new content regularly.
- Keep testing and improving the site with tools like Screaming Frog.
- Keep Joomla and extensions up to date.
- Collect and use feedback from users.

Your benefits

For the customised websites we build, we use an open source Content Management System (CMS). The advantages of open source software for our customers are:

Faster development
We use existing code and do not have to start from scratch.
Lower costs
We use existing code. Any expansions can be purchased relatively cheaply.
Less dependence
You are not dependent on one supplier. There is a large community of users and developers who support the system.

More knowledge
The large community of users and developers share their knowledge with each other. The source code of the software is public.
More security
The source code of the software is public. The code can be studied by developers. As a result, there are no hidden security problems in the base.
Better support
Due to the lack of vendor lock-in, we have to prove our quality and service time and time again.

A customised website is fully adapted to your communication needs.

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