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Building your business website: the method, step by step
From the project brief to launch: the steps, technical choices and questions to ask to get a website that works for you from the very first month.
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How to build a business website in Cameroon: step-by-step guide
Build your business website in Cameroon in 8 steps: goals, content, domain name, design, Mobile Money payments, Google and launch.
Website project brief: free template and worked example
Website brief template for a business: goals, audience, pages, features, content, budget and timeline, plus a filled-in example.
Showcase site, e-commerce or landing page: which should you choose?
Showcase site, online store, landing page, site with tools or app: how to choose the right type of website for your business in Cameroon.
WordPress, Wix or a custom website: which to choose in 2026?
WordPress, Wix, Shopify or custom-built: costs, security, speed, SEO and maintenance compared for a business in Cameroon.
The must-have pages of a business website (and what to write)
Home, services, about, work, pricing, reviews, contact, legal: the pages every business website needs and what to write on each.
Choosing a web agency in Douala or Yaoundé: 12 questions to ask
The 12 questions to ask a web agency or developer in Cameroon before signing: past work, ownership, timelines, maintenance, SEO and payment.
How long does it take to build a website? Realistic timelines
Realistic website timelines: single page, showcase, site with tools, e-commerce, redesign. What delays a project and how to go faster.
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How to build a business website in Cameroon: step-by-step guide
To build your business website in Cameroon: set a measurable goal, choose the type of site, register a domain in your name, prepare copy and photos, approve a mockup, build a version that’s fast on phones, connect WhatsApp, Google Maps and Google Analytics, then launch and track results. Read the guide →
Website project brief: free template and worked example
A website brief is two to five pages long. It presents the business and its goals, target clients, list of pages, expected features, available content, reference sites, technical constraints, budget and deadline. It gets you comparable quotes and avoids misunderstandings. Read the guide →
Showcase site, e-commerce or landing page: which should you choose?
Choose a showcase site to present your business and get enquiries, an online store if you sell products remotely, a landing page for an ad campaign or a single offer, and a site with tools (booking, quotes, calculator) if clients need to act online. Many businesses combine a showcase site with tools. Read the guide →
WordPress, Wix or a custom website: which to choose in 2026?
Wix and Shopify suit people who want to run everything themselves on a monthly subscription. WordPress is flexible and widespread but needs regular updates to stay safe. A custom static site is the fastest and safest with little maintenance, though changes often go through the provider. The right choice depends on who will run the site. Read the guide →
The must-have pages of a business website (and what to write)
An effective business website has at least a clear homepage, one page per service, an about page, work or reviews, a contact page with WhatsApp and a map, and the legal pages. A pricing page and an FAQ greatly increase enquiries, and a blog brings Google traffic over time. Read the guide →
Choosing a web agency in Douala or Yaoundé: 12 questions to ask
Before choosing a web agency in Douala or Yaoundé, ask to see live sites they built, to speak to a past client, who will own the domain and code, the written timeline, number of revisions, what SEO is included, the yearly cost after year one, and who handles maintenance. Vague answers are a warning sign. Read the guide →
How long does it take to build a website? Realistic timelines
Allow 3 to 7 days for a single page, 1 to 2 weeks for a simple showcase site, 3 to 5 weeks for a custom site with tools, and 5 to 8 weeks for full e-commerce. The main cause of delay isn’t technical: it’s the client supplying content and approvals. Read the guide →
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to build a business website?
One to two weeks for a simple site, three to five weeks for a custom site with tools. The timeline mostly depends on how fast the content is supplied.
Do I need a brief for a small site?
A one-page document is enough: business, goal, pages, features and budget. It already avoids most misunderstandings.
What’s the difference between a showcase site and an e-commerce site?
A showcase site presents and generates enquiries; the sale then closes by phone or WhatsApp. An e-commerce site lets people buy and pay online directly.
Is WordPress free?
The WordPress software is free, but you pay for hosting, domain, often a theme and premium plugins, plus maintenance.
How many pages should a business website have?
Between 5 and 15 for most SMEs. What matters is having a dedicated page for each service you want to be found for.
Can an agency in Douala work for a business in Yaoundé?
Yes. Most projects run remotely over WhatsApp, video calls and shared mockups, with visits when needed.
Can I get a website in 48 hours?
A simple page, yes, if all content is ready. A complete professional site in 48 hours almost always means a barely adapted template.
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