The Free Website Guys

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder of Saute and Sip and PlantZentric Plant Based cooking school. Right now I wear all the hats.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys?

WordPress website.

What were your goals for this project?

I was looking for a clean looking site with the ability to provide recipes, meal plans, and courses. I was also looking for someone to help with setting up google analytics and the back end of things.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys?

A fellow entrepreneur suggested them and I was impressed with their portfolio.

Describe the project in detail.

I needed to transition to WordPress due to a lack of options with my previous site. Sven at The Free Website Guys made the whole process simple and painless. Each step they took was tracked by google forms and my input.

Videos were provided whenever they needed me to provide any information or take steps on my end. In the end, they created a clean website that allows me to expand my business online and not just in person.

What was the team composition?

I mainly dealt with one person who kept me in the loop throughout the entire project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Definitely have to say that the google forms helped keep the transfer of information seamless as well as the videos just in case I did not know how to go about a certain request on my end. Sven maintained communication with me at least once a week.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

From my end, it seemed very effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The organized fashion that they requested information and provided feedback.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None that I can think of.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

My wife and I own a vacation rental property that we actively market to the traveling public.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys, and what were your goals?

Develop the skeletal website with appropriate plugins and selected Divi theme to attract traveling guests to use our vacation rental.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys and what were the deciding factors?

I needed something quick. Their reviews promised a quick turnaround with a lot of hand-holding along the way. Their offering was to build the working website skeleton which I could then update on my own.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

The team took me through the steps of creating the website using WordPress and a Divi theme that matched my needs. They walked me through the Bluehost setup and hosting process. They helped me select some specialized plugins. They removed unnecessary plugins and recommended others. From scratch to turning over a working product took minimal time.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

At least four - project manager, developers, handover specialist.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

I received a working website ready for me to add content. Every step of the way was communicated. Data that was needed from me was requested via easily understood forms. Instructions were provided by video. The handover came with instructions on how to begin to add content. Everything was developed according to spec and on schedule.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Constant timely communication. Emails were concise and easily understood. Video walkthroughs of the step by step were clear and instructive. Fill-in forms were secure and easily prepared. The handover at conclusion came with additional instructions on how to take the site over and add content. A great example of communication and customer service throughout.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Communication. Under promised and over delivered. Instructive. Communicated at my level of understanding. Fast turnaround.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I can’t think of any at the moment.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am an independent marketing communications professional offering writing and editing services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys, and what were your goals?

I needed a website developed to showcase my professional accomplishments, portfolio and services. I wanted a simple, easy-to-use website that I could easily update myself when needed.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys and what were the deciding factors?

I submitted an application to have them develop a website for free. Their work seemed to speak for itself and having it done for free was of course a driving factor.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

The Free Website Guys guided me through every step with explainer videos as the site was developed. There were certain steps I needed to complete, such as getting web hosting and choosing a Wordpress theme. They were timely in getting me these videos and letting me know when they needed a response.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I worked with one person, the Lead Developer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

I can't say enough good things about The Free Website Guys. From the moment my application was accepted until the final delivery date, the communication was consistent, clear, and aimed at keeping the project moving forward. Anytime there was something needed from me in order to complete a step in the process, they explained in detail what to do, how to do it and when they needed it done.

The end result is a beautiful website that I feel confident updating on my own and adding my own content, thanks to the explainer video delivered with the finished website. The entire process was quicker than I could have imagined, and I couldn't be happier with how the site looks.

I have worked with pricey website designers in the past, only to be disappointed with the end result, with no recourse. So, the fact that The Free Website Guys performed such incredible work for free is nothing short of astonishing.

If you get the opportunity to work with The Free Website Guys, do not pass it up! This is not a gimmick, and you will not be disappointed. I hope to work with them again in the future should I need further website design services.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

We communicated via email and they also sent explainer videos for anything that required more detailed instruction. I also completed forms to provide my login information and other details about the site. Turnaround was requested within days so that the project could keep moving according to their timeline.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The most impressive thing about this company is that they are not only offering free web development, but they're also extremely good at what they do. You would think with a free website it wouldn't be professional-looking, but that wasn't the case. I couldn't be happier with the work they did.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I honestly can't think of anything that needs to improve. I have everything I need for my website.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I provide copywriting services for companies who want to improve engagement and educate their clients. I partner with:

• IT services companies that want to generate leads and drive traffic to their websites;
• IT departments that want to educate stakeholders on their cybersecurity efforts;
• And cybersecurity firms that want to increase the visibility and uptake of their products.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys?

After 25 years in the IT industry, I needed to start a new career in copywriting. As part of this change, I needed a new website.

What were your goals for this project?

To set up the back end and look of the site. I wanted it to be secure and up to the latest WordPress best practices. I could have done it but did not have the time.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys?

A friend of mine referred me to The Free Website Guys when I told him that I needed a website to support my new copywriting career. I signed up immediately, and a few days later, my project was accepted.

Describe the project in detail.

Once the project was approved, I was assigned a lead (Sven) who walked me through the entire process. Instead of telling me from the start everything I had to do, he only involved me when there were items to set up that only I could do (like give him a WordPress account to work) or to make a choice between various options. Other than that, he was self-sufficient.

What was the team composition?

I worked only with Sven.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The site is ready. I have some work to do on the content and the pictures, but otherwise, it's complete.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They are very effective. Sven was very responsive, even answering some of my questions during the weekend. Many of his deliverables arrived before his estimated timelines.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

No friction. I had to stop working on the website for a bit and it was at a step where I had to make a decision. It's the reason the project took so long. If it hadn't been for me, the project would have taken much less time.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Maybe the ability to work with more than one web hosting platform. I decided to try a new hosting platform because it seemed the least complicated approach to create the site. However, depending on my level of satisfaction, I may have to change hosting servers in the future. That said, trying something new is not always a bad thing!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the founder and head coach at Valencia Movement Collective (VMC). At VMC, we provide evidence-based coaching for clients that want to improve their health and fitness.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys, and what were your goals?

As we are a young start-up, The Free Website guys offered us to help us with building a website. Our goals was to develop a simple website for the company, where potential clients could see what the company is about and get in touch with us.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys and what were the deciding factors?

The Free Website Guys offered us their services for free, which was a tremendous help given the high amount of costs we had as a start-up.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

Get a domain and webhosting (Bluehost), set up Wordpress back-end, set up Divi website layout builder, set up analytic and security tools.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We mostly worked with Sven, the Lead Developer at The Free Website Guys.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Deliverables were of great quality and they gave us all the necessary tools to further build on the solid foundation they established.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Very clear communication, very flexible too.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

That they offered their services for very low pay, essentially only making money from affiliates.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Perhaps mention up-front that the website will not be completely free, but payments will need to be made for Bluehost and Divi.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

My wife and I just started a small crafting and graphic design business. Our company is focused on creating custom works for consumers such as custom designed shirts and vinyl prints along with creating custom graphic designs such as for logos, flyers, or social media.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys?

We needed a path that'll land us a operating website to display and handle our products and services, and we found the FreeWebsiteGuys

What were your goals for this project?

Create a web space that'll display our products and services as well as a place to showcase our design process.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys?

They offered a free service and everything was outlined and transparent

Describe the project in detail.

Our business' goal was to create an extra income and create a medium that we can provide individuals that our mastering their own craft. We needed a space to set that'll provide a showcase for our products, services, and especially individual crafters from dance, designing, to music, etc.

What was the team composition?

We had one main contact, Sven. It wasn't specified how many people were helping our project, but every step going towards the completion of the website was done professional and on a timely manner. From the instructions and videos we watched for all the details the FreeWebsiteGuys completed, I can say about 3 developers were helping.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We've just got our okay with finishing up the website. Its still under constructions from our shop's side. But the presentation of the website presented has been everything we've asked to create.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Near perfect. The communication was timely, outlined, and informative. Very effective use of email and video sharing. Minimal confusion from the team's end.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their communication and organization.

Are there any areas for improvement?

The timeliness of responses, but that wasn't an issue. Every email was sent out and answered on an expected response time frame they outlined.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a parent coach and teen mentor with my own business.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys, and what were your goals?

I wanted help building a professional website. My goal was to get the website started with 3 simple pages, and hidden pages I could develop later.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys and what were the deciding factors?

My business coach recommended the Free Website Guys. I read some reviews and decided to go for it.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

The Free Website Guys put together the base for my new Wordpress website, configured it with the best plugins for speed and safety, and added Google Analytics, Search Console and automatic backups.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I believe I worked with just one team member, after initial intake form.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

They led me through each phase with easy email instructions and videos, from choosing web host to design templates. Then they worked behind the scenes to create the look that I had requested.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

It really is free! I chose to pay for hosting and designer templates, but that was not necessary.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Creating a website can be frustratingly time-consuming, but they made it super easy and fast!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I the CEO&Founder of design studio.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys, and what were your goals?

They built a website.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys and what were the deciding factors?

Found them on FB

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

Website developing.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I guess 3 or 4 people.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

I want to tell you guys a HUGE THANK YOU for all your work and help in building my website. You are very precious to me and I am sure to many other people who you helped as well.

It has been over a year that I was thinking of having my website constructed and every time I go to wix or any other domain providers, it made me so confused and not everything was clear.

I knew that I needed someone to help me at the very least, that is for sure. So since my company is new and I am only just developing it, I did not have the opportunity to pay a few thousand dollars to make my website.

The day I found you guys just changed my life and now I am very happy to have my website built FOR FREE. Also, a big thank you for giving me a special option with a theme for my website.

It looks cool and exactly what I wanted. Now my website cravenfashiostudio.com is ready to be launched and it makes me very happy and thankful to you THEFREEWEBSITEGUYS.

I will always recommend you to all my friends and everyone. Thanks again!

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Amazing

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They build website completely for FREE

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Seems like everything is great

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the Director of an Online Coaching and Personal Training business

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys, and what were your goals?

To build a functioning and engaging website

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys and what were the deciding factors?

I was successful in an application

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

I came across The Free Website guys online, applied and luckily was successful! From there on I was in contact with Sven, a really helpful and personable chap who went above and beyond to make sure I understood everything and that we were both on the same page. His response times were very fast sometimes just 10 – 15 minutes which much faster than expected and as a result my website was done with in a fortnight. I can’t recommend them enough as the service was fantastic and super efficient. There was no technical jargon, it was all very straight forward and easy to follow which was fantastic as I’m practically computer illiterate. 11/10 rating and a huge thumbs.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

1 I worked directly with Sven

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

I now have a fantastic website far more professional and sleek than I ever imagined

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

They were very friendly and engaging. They responded to any questions I had very quickly and went above and beyond to make sure I understood every step

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

There efficiency and wanting to help as much as possible

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

None

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Complete Caregiver, Inc is a licensed home health agency in San Diego. I am the co-owner and CFO.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The Free Website Guys?

Our website was old and needed a refresh.

What were your goals for this project?

To get a new website that looks good and delivers new patients.

SOLUTION

How did you select The Free Website Guys?

I researched several different freelance web designers.

Describe the project in detail.

They asked us to switch our web hosting service, then we selected a design template. I gave them several changes to the template, which they made over the course of a couple weeks. They also set up Word Press with all the needed plugins. After a couple weeks, they sent me a draft to review and showed me how to edit my website. I made several changes on my own, and then we launched.

What was the team composition?

I worked 1-on-1 with Sven, the owner of the company.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

I highly recommend the Free Website Guys for any small business. The team is super organized, clear, and efficient in their design process. I was able to get a simple, sleek new website for my company in just a couple weeks. I can't believe they give this stuff away for free. They have my highest endorsement.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We got the job done.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

It is free.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No telephone service, so you have to contact them through email. They usually take about one day to respond, so changes don't happen overnight.