📘A simple guide provided by FreshStart Shift to help you understand essential website terms.
🔹 Domain Name
Your website’s address on the internet (example: yourbusiness.com).
🔹 Hosting
The service that stores your website and makes it available online.
🔹 Homepage
The first page visitors see when they land on your site.
🔹 Header
The top section of your site—usually includes your logo and navigation menu.
🔹 Footer
The bottom section of your site—often includes links, contact info, or disclaimers.
🔹 Navigation Menu
A list of links that helps visitors move around your website easily.
🔹 Responsive Design
Your website automatically adapts to look great on phones, tablets, and computers.
🔹 SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
Techniques that help your website show up higher in Google searches.
🔹 Keywords
Words or phrases people commonly search for—important for boosting SEO.
🔹 Call to Action (CTA)
A button or message encouraging visitors to take action (like “Call Now”).
🔹 Contact Form
A simple form visitors can fill out to send you a message or request a quote.
🔹 SSL Certificate
A security feature that protects your website and displays the “padlock” icon in browsers.
🔹 Mobile-Friendly
Your website works correctly and looks professional on smartphones.
🔹 Analytics
Data showing how many people visit your site and what they do while browsing.
🔹 Blog
A space for articles, updates, or helpful content—useful for SEO and engaging customers.
🔹 Updates & Maintenance
Regular improvements and security updates that keep your site running smoothly.
🔹 User Experience (UX)
How easy and enjoyable it is for visitors to use your website.
🔹 Branding
Your business’s visual identity—colors, fonts, and style used to create a cohesive look online.
🔹 Sitemap
A list of all pages on your website that helps search engines and visitors navigate.
🔹 Page Speed
How fast your website loads. Faster sites provide a better user experience and can improve SEO.