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Renting e-Commerce web site. What's the implications?

There are several issues arising when you decide on whether to get a designer to create your own web shop or just hire a ready Internet selling facility with a back office from any of the thousands of providers out there. It really depends on whether you want an 'out of the box' solution (of which there are plenty of really solid choices - many of them free or low cost), or one completely created from scratch, to spec, which is probably only the best choice for people who need very specific functionality that can't be provided by a pre-packaged cms - although even in that case its feasible to take a ready made cms and modify it to spec.

Plenty to consider here, not least is the SEO aspect of things. Server location is not as important as it used to be, but a UK hosted site is VERY important if you are unable to verify your site in google webmaster tools and set its geo location to the UK.

Also, what happens if that company goes under? You lose your website, potentially lose a lot of business, and you most likely won't have any comeback - so you'll be back at square one, having paid a bunch of money with nothing to show for it. And assuming that you are leasing eCommerce web site, there'll be a good chance that you're going to be stuck with a selection of stock templates, meaning you won't get something that truely captures and communicates your business' image or identity, plus your 'look' will be shared with several other sites.

On the other hand, if you are a start up on a tight budget and just want to try it out before you get serious about your online business, then there is no point paying for the design and development of full blownInternet shop as there are many alternatives you might consider.

If you are unsure, please get in touch and we can help you decide. And don't worry - the consultation is free!