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The Most Common Ideas for Websites

When you are browsing the internet, do you get the idea to build your own website? You wouldn’t be the first person. The internet has been expanding for decades, and it seems like everyone is able to claim their own portion of the world wide web. When you are interested in creating your own website, you need to figure out what kind of subject you would like to cover. Some websites are far more common than others because of their ease of use, room for creativity, or sheer popularity with readers.

Before you start creating your own corner of the internet, check out the most common ideas for websites. They might give you some inspiration or tell you what to avoid in the future.

1. A Company Site

This is by far the most common for of website around the world. To remain competitive in an increasingly digital world, most businesses are now turning to online marketing. Company websites can encompass a broad range of styles. Some businesses choose to keep an online blog that encourages readership and repeat customers. Others sell their products online or take part in digital marketing to reach new demographics.

If you own a business or are interested in starting one, having a company website is beneficial. You’ll be able to reach more people, and can demonstrate your creativity and experience through the written word.

2. Personal Blog

Personal blogs are everywhere, and with good reason. They allow you to write about anything and everything related to your life, even if nobody else reads it. However, most blogs now fit into a certain category, such as lifestyle, food, and parenting. They are meant to provide advice and inspiration to others.

3. DIY Website

These are a specific breed of website that can be found anywhere. A DIY website is focused on teaching readers a certain skill or skillset online. There are many DIY pages that focus on gardening, home improvement, and craft projects. However, there are also some rarer options which teach coding, website design, or how to play instruments.

4. Review Sites

A review site focuses on doing reviews of products. They might focus on a specific niche like toys, baby items, tools, or even gardening equipment. The overarching goal, though, is to provide honest feedback about the item and maybe make some money by having an Amazon Affiliate account.

For those who are culturally minded, another example of a review site is one dedicated to books or movies.

5. Online Portfolio

Online portfolios are rapidly becoming a common way for writers, artists, and other creative professionals to document their accomplishments and demonstrate value to potential clients. Portfolios can showcase samples, include contact information, and be a convenient way to show off web design skills and other assets.

If you are a freelancer, artist, or even creative writer, creating a portfolio of your work with a website can build your skills and provide you a convenient yet unique way to reach out to clients.

 

Staff Writer at CPO Magazine