Derby has plenty of web designers, from one-person freelancers to full agencies. The right choice depends less on who is closest and more on who can deliver a fast, findable site that actually brings in work. Here is how to choose well.
Decide what you actually need first
A campaign landing page, a multi-page business website and a custom web app are very different projects. Being clear about your goal — more enquiries, online bookings, selling a product — helps you compare like with like and avoid paying for things you do not need.
What to look for
- A portfolio of real, live sites you can visit and test on mobile
- Fast-loading work — check a few examples on your phone
- Clear talk about SEO, performance and ownership of the code
- Transparent, written pricing and timelines
- Someone who asks about your customers and goals, not just colours
Questions worth asking
- Will I own the website, code and domain outright?
- Is technical SEO included, or an extra?
- How will I update content after launch?
- What happens if I need changes or support later?
- Can you show measurable results from past work?
Red flags
Be wary of anyone who cannot show live work, locks you out of your own site, quotes a price before understanding the project, or promises a 'number one on Google' guarantee — nobody can honestly guarantee rankings.
Working with matmad in Derby
We are a Swadlincote-based studio working closely with Derby businesses — close enough to meet in person, with full technical SEO and code ownership included as standard. You can see what we offer on our Derby web design page and get a clear quote with no pressure.