When it comes to building a website for your business, choosing the right platform is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make. While many companies offer website development services, not all of them give you complete control over your site once it’s built. Unfortunately, many businesses don’t realize this until it’s too late.
The Problem: Websites Held Hostage
Imagine this: You’ve invested time and money into creating the perfect website for your business. After a few years, you decide to switch to another hosting provider or make updates through a different developer. But when you reach out to your original provider to transfer your website, they either:
- Give you incomplete files that only represent part of your website.
- Refuse to release your site altogether, claiming ownership of the design and structure.
- Charge an outrageous fee to release the files, putting you in a difficult position.
This practice is more common than you might think. Many website companies operate using proprietary platforms that make it nearly impossible for businesses to migrate their site or maintain control. Essentially, they hold your website hostage—forcing you to either continue paying their fees or start over from scratch.
Why It Matters: Control and Flexibility
When you own your website and have full access to all files, you maintain control over your online presence. This allows you to:
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Switch Hosting Providers: If you’re unhappy with your current host, you can move your site without hassle.
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Update or Modify Your Website: You can hire another developer or make changes yourself.
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Protect Your Investment: You’re not locked into a long-term agreement with a company that restricts your growth or increases costs unexpectedly.
Without control over your website, you lose the flexibility to adapt and grow as your business evolves.
The Solution: Choose a Platform That Gives You Ownership
At Found On Local, we prioritize giving our clients full ownership and control of their websites. We build websites using WordPress, one of the most flexible and widely used platforms in the world. Here’s why that matters:
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Full Access to Files: Once your website is complete, you get all the files and data. You’re free to take your site anywhere, anytime.
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Easy to Update and Scale: WordPress makes it easy to add new features, modify designs, and optimize your site as your business grows.
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No Proprietary Lock-In: Unlike other platforms that restrict your ability to move or modify your site, WordPress is an open-source platform that gives you complete control.
Why WordPress is the Right Choice
WordPress powers over 43% of websites worldwide—and for good reason. It’s customizable, scalable, and SEO-friendly, allowing businesses to create a website that reflects their brand while also being optimized for search engines. Plus, with thousands of plugins and themes available, you have the flexibility to tailor your site to meet your business goals.
Why Found On Local is Different
When you work with Found On Local, you’re not just getting a beautiful website—you’re getting the peace of mind that comes with knowing your site belongs to you. Our process ensures that:
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You receive full administrative access to your website.
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We provide all website files upon completion.
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Your website is built with scalability and control in mind.
We believe that businesses should never feel trapped by their own website. That’s why we offer a transparent, client-focused approach that empowers you to take full control of your digital presence.
Protect Your Investment—Choose Wisely
Don’t get stuck with a website provider who holds your site hostage. Choose a platform and a partner who gives you ownership and freedom to make decisions that are best for your business.
If you’re ready to build a website that puts you in control, contact Found On Local today for a free consultation. Let us show you how we can help your business thrive—without the limitations of proprietary platforms.