Software development · Ajaccio, Corsica
Website creation that gets you found
Website creation at Step By Step has one goal: getting you found and contacted. From our studio in Ajaccio, Corsica, we design bespoke showcase websites that load instantly, meet accessibility standards and are optimised for search, while staying easy for you to update.
- SEO
- Core Web Vitals
- Accessibility
- Multilingual
- HTTPS
- Built for Core Web Vitals
- Very fast
- SEO built in from day one
- Search-ready
- Readable by everyone, on any screen
- Accessible
- You edit your own content
- Self-managed
What is included
What does website creation include?
A professional website brings together design, content, SEO, performance and security. Each is handled from the start of the project, not bolted on after launch.
-
Bespoke design
A visual identity true to your brand, no generic template, designed for mobile first and then for larger screens.
-
Structured content
Site structure, headings and copy organised to answer your customers’ questions and what search engines expect.
-
Search engine optimisation
Title and description tags, structured data, sitemap, internal linking and clean URLs: everything Google looks for, from launch day.
-
Performance
Images compressed in modern formats, minimal code and instant loading: a fast site pleases visitors and search engines alike.
-
Security
HTTPS, security headers, spam-protected forms and updates: your website never becomes a way in for attackers.
-
Forms and enquiries
Contact or quote forms delivered straight to you, with request tracking and GDPR compliance.
-
Multilingual websites
English, French or other language versions, with the tags that tell Google which page to show to which visitor.
-
Privacy-friendly analytics
Visit and enquiry tracking that respects privacy, so you know what works and can improve it.
Our approach
A fast website design rather than a bloated theme
Most slow websites owe their sluggishness to a generic theme and dozens of plugins. We build lightweight sites where every element loaded has a reason to be there.
| Criterion | Generic theme and plugins | Custom-built website |
|---|---|---|
| Loading speed | Often slow: plugins and heavy themes | Very fast: only what is needed loads |
| Security | Frequent updates, vulnerable plugins | Attack surface kept to a minimum |
| Design | Adapted template, often recognisable | Designed for your brand |
| Search ranking | Depends on installed plugins | Built into the code of every page |
| Future growth | Limited by the theme | Unlimited, up to a full web application |
Does your website also need to sell online? See our e-commerce website page. Does it need a client area or business tools? Take a look at web applications.
Search ranking
SEO, planned from the very first page
A beautiful website nobody finds is of little use. Search engine optimisation starts before the first line of code, with the choice of pages and keywords.
One page per search intent
Each important service gets its own page, with a title and copy that answer exactly what your customers type into Google. Pages link to each other with clear anchors.
Tags and structured data
Title, description, a clean heading hierarchy, schema.org structured data and social sharing images: search engines and AI assistants understand who you are and what you offer.
Flawless technical foundations
Sitemap, canonical URLs, redirects, speed and mobile compatibility: the technical basics are checked automatically before every release.
Method
The stages of creating your website
Creating a website with Step By Step follows five stages, from the kick-off workshop to aftercare, with your sign-off at each step.
-
Workshop
Your goals, customers, competitors and the keywords you want to be found for: together we define the site structure.
-
Mock-ups
Designs of the key pages on mobile and desktop, refined with you until signed off.
-
Copy and build
Search-optimised copy, content integration, forms and language versions.
-
Launch
Performance, accessibility and SEO checks, domain name, hosting in France and submission to Google.
-
Aftercare
Updates, backups, new pages and monitoring of your positions in search results.
First call on us
A new website or a redesign on the horizon?
Send us the address of your current site or describe your business: we will propose a site structure, an SEO approach and a quote.
Development section
Our other development services
- Custom software ERP, CRM, HR, management tools: business software built around your processes.
- Mobile apps iPhone and Android apps, native or cross-platform with Flutter.
- Web applications Portals, dashboards, SaaS: applications that run in the browser.
- E-commerce websites Online shops connected to your till, stock and accounting.
- AI chatbots and assistants An assistant that answers from your own content, on your website or internally.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about website creation
How much does a website cost?
The price of a website depends on the number of pages, how much copywriting is needed, the languages, features (forms, booking, client area) and the level of design. After an initial conversation we provide a precise quote. Hosting and maintenance are listed separately so you know the annual running cost.
Will we be able to edit the website ourselves?
Yes. Depending on your needs, we set up an admin interface to edit text, images and news, or we handle updates as part of maintenance. Either way, you own the website and the domain name.
Is search engine optimisation included?
The foundations of SEO are built into every page: tags, structured data, speed, sitemap, internal linking and content aimed at what your customers search for. Rankings are then built over time, with new content and regular monitoring.
What are Core Web Vitals and why do they matter?
Core Web Vitals are three Google metrics measuring loading speed, responsiveness and visual stability. They influence search rankings and visitor experience, especially on mobile. Our websites are designed to score well from launch.
Can you redesign our current website?
Yes. A redesign starts with an analysis of what exists: pages that bring traffic, ranking keywords and inbound links. We preserve that value by redirecting each old address to its new equivalent, so you do not lose your Google positions.
Where will the website be hosted?
We host websites on servers located in France, with an HTTPS certificate, backups and monitoring. If you already have hosting, we can deploy there after checking its configuration.