Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? It’s likely it’s been asked before. Take a look below to find what you’re looking for, otherwise feel free to reach out to us and we’d gladly help.
General Questions
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One Day to Web is a web design service that specialises in creating affordable, high-quality, professional websites for small businesses—all designed, built, and ready to launch in just one day.
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We offer fast, affordable web design without compromising on quality. Our process is simple, collaborative, and tailored to small businesses who need a professional website quickly.
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We work with all types of small businesses, including start-ups, sole traders, brick-and-mortar shops, and service-based businesses like consultants and creatives.
If you are looking to grow online with £500+ monthly investment in to SEO or other site optimisation plans, we are probably not for you.
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Your website will be designed and built in just one day. All we need is your input beforehand, and we’ll handle the rest.
Read more about the process here.
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We use Squarespace because it’s easy to manage, highly customisable, and perfect for small business owners who want to update their website without needing technical expertise.
We want to make ourselves obsolete but get you started with the best foundations possible. Squarespace helps make this happen.
Booking and Preparation
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You can book directly on our website. Simply select your preferred date, pay a deposit, and we’ll confirm your booking with all the information you need.
Head here to view the different packages.
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You’ll receive a confirmation email with a link to an onboarding form. This form helps us understand your business, goals, and branding so we can prepare for your design day.
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You’ll need to provide your logo, branding guidelines (if available), an outline of information about you and your business, and any images or inspiration. Don’t worry—we’ll guide you through the process step by step.
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The onboarding form must be completed at least ten days before your design day. If it’s not submitted on time, your deposit may be forfeited, and you’ll need to reschedule.
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Yes, you can reschedule with at least 10 days’ notice. Rescheduling within 10 days of your design day may result in a loss of your deposit.
The Design Process
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We start building your website in the morning. You’ll have check-ins throughout the day to provide feedback, and by the end of the day, your website will be ready to launch.
Read more about our process here.
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Yes! We schedule calls and updates during the day to make sure your input is included. Collaboration is key to getting the perfect result.
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We work closely with you throughout the day to make sure the website meets your needs. Final tweaks can be made before the site is launched.
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We focus on creating your core website during the design day. Extra features can be added later as a separate project. Let us know your requirements upfront to plan accordingly.
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Yes, we can integrate features like booking systems or online stores. For advanced requirements, let us know during onboarding so we can prepare in advance.
If this is a requirement, we will likely reach out to you before your design day to qualify your requirements and confirm if we need anything else.
Launch and Post-Launch Support
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Once your website is ready, we’ll either connect your domain and go live or hand it over for your final tweaks. You’ll also receive guidance on how to manage your site.
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Yes, Squarespace hosting starts at £13/month, which is paid directly to Squarespace. You’ll also need a domain, which can be purchased separately, we recommend GoDaddy for domains.
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Absolutely! Squarespace is designed to be user-friendly, so you can easily make changes to text, images, and more.
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Yes, we offer support packages for additional updates, SEO improvements, and new features. Contact us for details and pricing.
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Yes, you can add new pages at any time. We can help with this or provide a quote if you need professional design support.
Pricing and Payments
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For our websites, you can find out all pricing information here. We offer three packages:
Single-page website: £495
Multi-page website: £1,495
E-commerce website: £2,495+
If you have more complex requirements we can help point you in the right direction.
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Yes, a £495 deposit is required to secure your design day. This amount goes towards the total cost of your website.
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The remaining balance is due on your design day, before the website goes live. You’ll receive a payment link that will require settling before handover.
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No, our pricing is completely transparent. The only additional costs are for Squarespace hosting, which is paid directly to Squarespace, and your domain.
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Deposits are non-refundable. However, we’re happy to work with you to reschedule your design day if needed.
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No. We work closely with you throughout the design day to ensure the website aligns with your vision. If you’re not fully satisfied, we’ll make final tweaks during the day to meet your expectations as best we can.
For further adjustments after launch, as your website is built with Squarespace, you may choose to change things yourself directly to align it to your personal vision.
Other Questions
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Yes, we include basic copywriting as part of your package using our custom Copywriting GPT created using OpenAi. For images, we use royalty-free resources like Unsplash or AI-generated visuals if needed.
We highly recommend that after your website has been completed and live, you tweak the content to your personal tone of voice as required.
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Yes and no. SEO is a spectrum of complexity and intensity. All of our websites include basic SEO foundations like metadata and submission to Google. Outside of this, we can recommend partners but we don’t offer deep SEO support.
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Yes, you’ll need to purchase a domain before we can launch your site. If you need help choosing one, we’re happy to advise. We recommend GoDaddy for purchasing domains.
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Yes, we can integrate tools like Mailchimp, Calendly, Stripe, PayPal, and social media platforms to enhance your website’s functionality.
It is important to note, that to integrate some of these tools Squarespace will require you to be on a more premium package. You can find out more about Squarespace’s pricing here.
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Absolutely! All websites we create are fully responsive, ensuring they look and work beautifully on phones, tablets, and desktops.
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No. We work closely with you throughout the design day to ensure the website aligns with your vision. If you’re not fully satisfied, we’ll make final tweaks during the day to meet your expectations as best we can.
For further adjustments after launch, as your website is built with Squarespace, you may choose to change things yourself directly to align it to your personal vision.
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