Why I Don’t Add a Footer Link to My Website Designs
If you’ve ever worked with a web designer, you might have noticed a little link in the footer that says something like, Website by [Designer Name]. It’s a common practice—one that many designers use to showcase their work and attract new clients. But here’s the thing: I don’t do it.
Yep, that’s right. I don’t slap my name on the websites I design. Not because I don’t love my work (I do!), and not because I don’t want more business (I do!). But because your website should be all about YOU.
Keeping the Focus on Your Brand
Your website is a reflection of your business, your brand, and your expertise—not mine. When potential customers land on your site, the last thing they need is a distraction that takes them somewhere else. That footer link? It’s a tiny invitation to click away from your business. And that’s the last thing I want for you.
Instead, I believe in designing websites that are completely focused on your brand, making sure every element—right down to the footer—keeps visitors engaged with your business.
How I Get New Clients (Hint: It’s Not Footer Links)
I’m a firm believer that the best kind of marketing is word-of-mouth. Instead of relying on a tiny footer link, I trust in happy clients, glowing reviews, and social media shout-outs to spread the word. If you love your website (which I hope you do!), a simple recommendation goes a long way.
Want to give me a little love? Here’s how you can help:
- Share your experience on social media – A quick shout-out on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook is way more powerful than a footer link.
- Leave a review – Whether it’s on Google, your favorite business directory, or even a testimonial I can showcase, your words mean the world.
- Include me in a resource page – If you have a ‘Partners’ or ‘Resources’ section on your site, I’d be honored to be listed there.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, my goal is to build websites that work for you, not to use your site as a billboard for my business. I’d rather earn new clients through genuine referrals and shared success than a tiny footer link that takes visitors away from your brand.
So if you’re wondering why my name isn’t hiding at the bottom of your site, now you know—it’s because your website should be all about YOU. And if you love what I created for you, I’d be forever grateful for a shout-out, a tag, or a kind word to a fellow business owner looking for a designer.
Want a website that’s fully focused on your brand? Let’s chat!
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