Transforming Web Design into Profit! Our expertly crafted websites don't just look stunning; they drive measurable ROI for your business.
Candy Creative is your premier partner for website development, dedicated to unlocking profitability and maximizing ROI. Our expertise lies in crafting tailored solutions that not only enhance business efficiency but also boost marketability. We are unwavering in our commitment to delivering exceptional results, elevating websites to a level of artistry that sets us apart from the competition.
We are leaders in WordPress development, branding, and custom websites. We offer website design services as well as everything else you need to establish and maintain a brand. Don't get stuck playing messenger with a digital agency guy, a marketing girl, and a developer when we can take care of it all! We offer all the services your business needs or succeed online.
Looks aren’t everything, but matter when it comes to a website. Research from Adobe found that 38% of users will stop engaging with a website if the content or layout is unattractive (Adobe).
That is more than one-third of your visitors never considering your product or service. We are here to ensure this is not your business's reality!
Our team of software engineers is here to help you with all of your website needs!
Once we have your website looking amazing, we still ensure it loads faster than the competition.
A study performed by Google found that 53% of mobile users abandon sites that take over 3 seconds to load (Google). Imagine carefully crafting the perfect website to spread your business message only for over half of your customers to leave before seeing anything more than a white screen. This is a sad reality for many businesses that go for un-tailored template websites. Here at Candy Creative, we ensure all of our creations are properly optimized and ready to quickly display for potential and current customers.
Our Website Development Services 🍬
If you are looking for a template-based website, you can go to Elementor and start building a website today for cheap using one of thousands of prebuilt templates. We will always offer honest and genuine consulting help, even if it doesn't help our bottom line. Something to consider is that the majority of your competitors are likely doing this, and this workflow can result in having a website that looks similar to others in your industry. Nothing about this is memorable for your clients or entices them to revisit your website. Elementor is actually a very powerful website builder, and if you invest the time into making your design custom and unique to your business, it can perform well. This has a major time opportunity cost, though, as you will need to invest tons of time into creating your website.
We are here to alleviate you of this stress and create the perfect website for your business, so you can focus on actually running your business. When you decide to work with Candy Creative we will design your website custom for your business. Your customers will notice the attention to detail that resonates throughout all pages on your website.
We Are a Top Performing WordPress Agency in Houston
Unfortunately, web development requires programmers and software engineers do not come cheap. For this reason, we build the majority of our websites on the WordPress CMS platform for customers looking to save on costs.
This allows us to build a website custom to your needs without needing to code the entire thing from scratch. Don't be discouraged by WordPress being our favorite. We are here to build any type of website you need!
What is WordPress?
WordPress is like a magic tool that helps you build your own website, kind of like how you might build something with Lego bricks. Instead of using real bricks, you use pieces called "themes" and "plugins" to make your website look and work just the way you want. You don’t have to be a coding wizard to use it; it's designed so that even beginners can create something awesome just by clicking around and choosing what you like. Whether you want to create a blog, a photo album, or even an online shop, WordPress makes it easy to put everything together!
Why We Recommend WordPress to Our Clients
Although WordPress is beginner-friendly, it is extensible and robust enough to do exactly what your business needs. No need to worry! WordPress can scale with your business, and you will not outgrow it. We are here to help whether you need to create a brand new website from scratch or if you would like to rebuild an existing WordPress website. We have an expert team of software engineers in-house who are capable of creating exactly what your business needs. We specialize in WordPress and have extensive experience in everything from Theme Customization and Plugin Customization to complex integrations with your other systems.
Make Existing WordPress Website Even Sweeter
Do you already have a WordPress website that needs improvements? We offer services to update, upgrade, and maintain your existing website. If you are having Wordpress errors we can help get your website back online asap. We also can help you update your themes, plugins, and WordPress core to ensure your site keeps running smoothly without a hiccup. We also can perform malware removal and comprehensive security checks if you have an infected website. Need to convert your website to or from WordPress? We also can do this! Our WordPress Migrations service will take care of all the dirty work for you. No matter which platform you are coming from or converting to, we can assist. We will ensure your migration is smooth with minimal downtime and ensure we preserve your sweet SEO rankings. We are WordPress theme and plugin development wizards! No matter the need, we have the expertise to turn your vision into a reality.
Why are we the best WordPress agency?
Deciding which platform to choose is just the beginning. At Candy Creative, we offer free consulting services where we identify the needs of your business and advise the best solution for you. We won’t sell you a website just to obtain another sale. We are dedicated to ensuring that our clients are satisfied with all results we deliver. We take pride in being one of the top WordPress design agencies in Houston.
Custom Website Development in Houston
For some advanced use cases, a WordPress website just won’t cut it. Some businesses have really advanced needs that make WordPress a less-than-viable option. For these businesses, we offer 100% custom web development supported by our in-house team of software engineers. We have never been a fan of one-size-fits-all solutions, and we offer custom website development for this exact reason. We offer free consulting to help you determine if you need to substantiate a custom website. Our custom websites are closely bred to your brand’s identity, values, and vision. This option is for businesses looking to create digital experiences that integrate deeply with their existing systems and workflows.
Advanced Business Needs
Admin Panels Built for Your Needs
All of our dashboards look sweet, but what’s sweeter is the time we can save your staff performing redundant, mundane, and repetitive tasks.
Flexibility in Technology Choices
Whether you need a headless CMS for more control over your content or a custom payment provider integrated because of your industry, we have you covered! We are engineers, after all, and pride ourselves on crafting the most elegant of solutions. Our team has the skills and expertise to deal with any problem your business may be facing. We take the uttermost H-Town pride in our ability to match our clients with solutions crafted specifically for their business and possess the skills to take any idea from consultation to fruition.
When you decide to work with us, you are not just receiving a website but rather a long-term strategic partnership focused on the long-term success of your business. We create strategic assets that aim to propel your business forward.
E-commerce Web Development: Sweeten Your Online Store in Houston 🍬
We specialize in creating custom e-commerce solutions for businesses in Houston, then work relentlessly to drive visitors to your store.
We are here to help whether you have a new store idea or an existing store you would like to grow.
Sweetness Across Platforms: Shopify and WooCommerce
When you start the journey of building an e-commerce store, picking the correct platform is essential. Changing your platform after your site has been created is a tedious process that can confuse existing customers. We support a variety of e-commerce platforms, but we usually recommend one of the two largest, depending on the needs of the business: Shopify and WooCommerce. Here’s a quick look at the pros and cons of each to help you make the best decision for your online store.Shopify
If you are looking to start a e-commerce business and have not heard of Shopify we assume you must be at the start of your project. Shopify offers a very easy to use e-commerce shop builder you can use to build a store. So, if you can do this yourself, where does our expertise come in? Just like any other website you need an elegant and unique design for your shop. This is hard to come by just using the premade templates. We offer full customization over the Shopify platform.
Shopify Pros
- Easy to use: Shopify is known for being easy to use. With just a little time, you can set up a basic e-commerce website for your business.
- Hosted Platform: If you are not very technical you may not understand this point, but all websites need to be hosted by a physical computer somewhere in the world. Shopify hosts your website from their own servers so that is one less thing for you to worry about. Keep in mind they do charge for this service, but it is included in all Shopify plans.
- Sweet Support & User Base: There are a ton of people already using Shopify to power their e-commerce website. For this reason, you will find a variety of themes prebuilt as well as arguably the largest e-commerce platform support community.
- Limited Customization: As mentioned in the pros Shopify does have numerous prebuilt plugins and customizations already built for your use. Similar to the iPhone’s ecosystem the Shopify platform can be restrictive at times. You are always at the grace of Shopify to support the features you desire in your store. This is more restrictive than WooCommerce where you have 100% control of the code running your store.
- Reoccurring Costs: You didn’t think we would forget to mention the price, did you? Shopify costs are reoccurring and can be changed by Shopify at any given moment. These recurring costs are not present in WooCommerce.
WooCommerce
WooCommerce is a free (open source) e-commerce platform built on top of WordPress. It is a top choice by stores that want ultimate control over their website as well as little to no reoccurring costs. You have complete control over the code and can tailor WooCommerce to any specific needs. Our software wizards can also build WooCommerce plugins for your website. These can be useful if you desire to integrate advanced shipping options, custom product configurations, complex pricing models, and much more. WooCommerce is an open platform, and we can make any idea you have for your store come to life! If you are deciding whether WooCommerce is right for your business consider this short list of pros and cons we have compiled.
- 100% Customization Control: With WooCommerce, you have access to read and edit any aspect of your store, including design and functionality.
- More Affordable: While you do need to take care of hosting yourself this can possibly be included in your web hosting fees. WooCommerce itself is free and does not carry the monthly costs that Shopify does.
- Tons of Plugins: WooCommerce has a ton of plugins you can install to shortcut effort on new features for your store.
- Steep Learning Curve: WooCommerce can quickly get quite technical quickly. Although basic usage of WooCommerce does not require much technical experience, customizing it to your liking may require a decent time investment in building technical skills. If you do not have someone managing this you will spend more time setting this up than with Shopify.
- Self-Hosted: This is highly related to the previous con. If you go to the WooCommerce website, you will not find an easy “Get Started” button like on Shopify. You will need to work with a WooCommerce web host to get your website set up, and this is more hands-on than Shopify.
Custom E-commerce Development for Unique Business Needs
Some ideas require custom solutions and we are here to support those! We offer custom custom e-commerce development services for businesses with advanced needs. Candy Creative has in-house software engineering wizards that can help any idea you have come to fruition. We work with modern web development technologies such as Next.js, Express.js, Vue.js, and React.js. These technologies allow us to build highly customized user interfaces and advanced integrations to deliver the sweetest shopping experience possible. Of course, we build more than just your storefront. We can also build custom admin panels that allow you to track store performance and manage the store easily. Custom e-commerce development allows you to have the uttermost control of your business operations.
Does Speed Matter on E-commerce Websites?
Sweet Integrations and Security
A thriving e-commerce store is much more than just a storefront. Hackers understand you likely have access to your customer's full names, contact information, addresses, and possibly payment information. This treasure trove of data makes e-commerce websites lucrative targets for hackers. Security is a top-tier priority here at Candy Creative, and we take various proactive measures to protect your website, including SSL Certificates, frequent security audits and monitoring, and data backups. If you are already facing a security issue on your website we offer Malware removal services. We will determine how the malware infected your website, remove the malware from your website and create an action plan to prevent your site from becoming reinfected. We also offer comprehensive e-commerce integration services that allow you to streamline every aspect of your business operation including shipping, payment processing, delivery fulfillment and much more.
Driving Sales and Traffic: Where E-commerce and SEO Collide
When building e-commerce websites most agencies focus on the design, products, and aesthetics and ignore the SEO for the pages. Failure to utilize SEO best practices in your product and landing pages can cause your website not to rank on Google. This can provide friction for users attempting to discover your store and result in lower sales. We specialize in optimizing product pages for search engines and setting up email marketing campaigns and social media integrations to help your store thrive in sales.
Ongoing Support and Maintenance
E-commerce websites need frequent updates to mitigate security risks and further optimize user experience. Our e-commerce site maintenance services include updates, plugin customization, performance monitoring, and much more. Your business is always changing so why wouldn’t your website?
Why Choose Candy Creative for Your E-commerce Needs?
Many web agencies will create a website for you but fail to offer the marketing and SEO services needed to drive traffic to your website. As a result, you end up working with two, three, maybe even four agencies and get stuck playing Messenger. We streamline this by offering a sweet variety of services that help your e-commerce website succeed. Our services are also tiered making them affordable for small businesses while scaling along with large businesses! Let’s create something sweet together—get in touch with us today to learn how we can help your e-commerce business thrive online. 🍬Our website technology of choice is WordPress, as it allows us to design websites that look super sweet, while also providing you with the flexibility to change your content as your business changes. A study performed by W3Techs found that WordPress powers over 40% of all websites globally (W3Techs). It is not only used by small businesses either. Many large multi-national businesses use WordPress as it is one of the lowest barriers to entry content management systems and has millions of users already, meaning it is super extensible. WordPress has a large library of themes and plugins that allow you to get your website to function and look exactly how you want, without requiring custom No matter what your brand is looking to accomplish with its online presence, we are the ones for the job! We can help you with anything from establishing a fresh brand, rebuilding your outdated website, or providing reliable maintenance and hosting. Our motto is “Unwrapping Creativity” as we exist to help bring your vision to life, and create a sweet online experience for your business. Contact us today to build something sweet together!
FAQ
Q1: How long does it take to design and launch a custom website?
Q2: What makes Candy Creative Digital different from other web design agencies?
Q3: Do you offer website maintenance after the site is launched?
A: You bet your sweet tooth we do! Think of us as your website’s personal trainer—we keep everything in shape long after launch day. Our website maintenance and hosting services include regular updates, security monitoring, backups, and performance tune-ups. In the wild world of the web, you need someone keeping an eye on things, and we’re here to make sure your site stays fast, secure, and fabulous.
Q4: Will my website be mobile-friendly?
A: Darling, in today’s world, mobile-friendly isn’t optional—it’s essential. With over 58% of web traffic coming from mobile devices (Statista), your website needs to look and function flawlessly on any device. We use a mobile-first approach because we know that Google loves a site that’s optimized for mobile (Google Developers). So yes, your site will be as smooth as butter on mobile, tablet, or desktop.
Q5: How important is SEO in web design, and do you optimize for it?
A: SEO is like the sugar in your tea—it makes everything better! Without it, your website might look great, but it’ll be lost in the digital wilderness. 93% of online experiences start with a search engine (BrightEdge), so we make sure your site is set up to rank high. From keyword research to on-page SEO, content optimization, and speedy page loads, we bake SEO right into the foundation of your site. It’s all about getting you seen and making sure you’re the first stop for your customers.
Q6: Can you help with content creation for my website?
A: Absolutely! Content is the cherry on top of your digital sundae. We’ll help you craft SEO-rich content that captures your brand’s voice and engages your audience. Whether you need snappy product descriptions, compelling blog posts, or service pages that convert, we’re here to make sure your content is both sweet and strategic. Let’s turn your ideas into words that work!
Q7: What if I need changes to my website after it’s launched?
A: We know that your business isn’t static, and neither should your website be. Whether it’s adding new features, tweaking your design, or refreshing your content, we’re here to make sure your website evolves with you. Consider us your long-term partners, ready to help you keep things fresh, relevant, and totally on point as your business grows.
Q8: How much does a custom website cost?
A: We get it—budget is important, and you want to make sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck. The cost of a custom website varies depending on your needs, but we promise to deliver a solution that’s tailored to your goals and resources. Whether you’re looking for something simple or a full-blown e-commerce platform, we’ll work with you to create a package that delivers serious value without breaking the bank.
Q9: What’s the difference between WordPress development and other types of website development?
A: Great question! WordPress development is specifically focused on building websites using the WordPress platform, which powers over 43% of all websites globally (W3Techs). WordPress is known for its flexibility, scalability, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for businesses of all sizes. Other types of website development might involve different CMS platforms like Shopify for e-commerce or custom-built sites using frameworks like Next.js or Vue.js. Each has its own strengths, but we specialize in creating custom solutions that match your business needs, whether through WordPress or another platform.
Q10: How does Candy Creative handle website speed optimization?
A: We’re all about making your website as fast as a lightning bolt! Website speed optimization is crucial because a slow site can drive visitors away and hurt your SEO rankings. We tackle this by optimizing images, minifying code, enabling browser caching, and utilizing fast hosting solutions. A one-second delay in page load time can reduce conversions by 7% (Think with Google), so we make sure your site loads quickly to keep your customers happy and engaged.
Q11: What is involved in your WordPress site maintenance services?
A: WordPress site maintenance is like taking your car in for regular tune-ups—it keeps everything running smoothly and prevents big issues down the road. Our maintenance services include updating themes and plugins, performing regular security checks, malware removal, and backing up your site. We also monitor your site’s performance to ensure it’s always operating at peak efficiency. If something goes wrong, we’re here to fix it fast so your site stays live and problem-free.
Q12: Can you help migrate my website from or to WordPress?
A: Absolutely! Whether you’re looking to migrate your existing site to WordPress for greater flexibility or move from WordPress to another platform, we’ve got you covered. Our migration services are designed to be smooth and stress-free, with minimal downtime and no loss of data or SEO rankings. We handle everything from transferring content and configuring settings to ensuring all your integrations work seamlessly on the new platform.
Q13: What if my website gets hacked? Can you help?
A: Unfortunately, hacking is a real threat in today’s digital world, but don’t worry—we’ve got your back. If your website gets hacked, our team will jump in to identify the issue, remove any malware, and restore your site to its original state. We’ll also implement stronger security measures to prevent future attacks. Keeping your site safe is our top priority!
Got more questions?
We’ve got answers—and we’d love to chat. Whether you’re ready to kick off a project or just curious about what we can do, don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s make something sweet together!
Sources
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- 75% of users judge a company's credibility based on its website design - Stanford Guidelines for Web Credibility: https://credibility.stanford.edu/guidelines/
- 53% of mobile users abandon sites that take over 3 seconds to load - Google Think: https://www.thinkwithgoogle.com/intl/en-gb/feature/mobile/
- WordPress powers over 40% of all websites globally - W3Techs: https://w3techs.com/technologies/details/cm-wordpress/
- One in four U.S. adults lives with a disability - CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandhealth/infographic-disability-impacts-all.html
- Consistent brand presentation can increase revenue by up to 23% - Lucidpress: https://www.lucidpress.com/blog/the-importance-of-consistent-branding
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- Strategic branding can lead to up to 3x more engagement - Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesagencycouncil/2018/01/18/the-impact-of-branding-on-consumer-purchase-decisions/
- Branded search terms often have higher conversion rates - Search Engine Journal: https://www.searchenginejournal.com/branded-vs-non-branded-traffic/350323/
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What makes us different
At Candy Creative, we're always ahead of the curve, leading the way in web development and digital marketing. As a top-tier firm in Houston, we specialize in crafting custom solutions that leverage cutting-edge technologies to supercharge your business. Our pride lies in creating tailored digital experiences that captivate and engage your customers. We excel in developing responsive websites that harness the power of advanced functionalities and vast databases. Our smart tactics minimize development costs while delivering truly personalized products designed to maximize your business's online visibility, attract a wider audience, and boost revenue. If you have a vision for a website or digital campaign, Candy Creative is your partner, ready to bring it to life and help you achieve sweet success! 🍭
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Work with the sweetest agency in Houston
our process
Welcome to Candy Creative Digital! We’re your go-to team for transforming businesses into digital powerhouses. From custom web design and development to strategic digital marketing, we have the creative flair and technical expertise to make your online presence as sweet as can be. Let us help you stand out, engage your audience, and achieve your business goals in this ever-evolving digital landscape.
Sweet Strategic Planning
Our journey begins with a deep dive into your industry and competitors. We sprinkle in detailed keyword research to uncover the juiciest opportunities. This strategic planning phase ensures your website will shine bright and outshine the competition.
Candy-Coated Design
Design is where our creativity and strategy blend perfectly. Using insights from our competitor analysis and keyword research, we craft a design that captivates your audience and aligns with your SEO goals. We're not just building a website; we're crafting your brand's online success.
Delicious Development
Our development process goes beyond just creating a visually stunning site. We bake in robust SEO strategies to ensure your site is not just eye-catching but also search engine-friendly. We conduct regular scans for SEO and crawl errors, making sweet optimizations to help your website rank higher organically.
Launch & Beyond
When your website goes live, our commitment doesn't end there. We keep an eye on your site, making strategic updates to keep it ahead of the competition. Our ongoing efforts include producing high-quality content to drive organic traffic, ensuring your brand stays visible and successful online.
SWIFT. SWEET. ROI.
Why choose Candy? 🍭
ROI-DRIVEN
Boost your business
RESULTS-ORIENTED
Driving your success
EXPERTISE
Years of successful results
The problem
In the world of web development, a major challenge persists - the proliferation of uninspired, generic template websites that struggle to secure a place on search engines, let alone compete with industry rivals. This leaves countless small businesses in a bind, as potential customers remain oblivious to their existence. In today's digital age, establishing a robust online presence is non-negotiable for businesses aiming to thrive.
At Candy Creative, we recognize this critical need for modern businesses. We've observed that many web development firms often prioritize churning out cookie-cutter websites, overlooking vital marketing strategies during the development process. This results in a disconnect between businesses and their digital potential. Whether it's the prohibitive costs of development or an inability to comprehend the unique needs of each business, these challenges can stifle growth.
That's where Candy Creative steps in as the bridge to your digital future. We're not just another web development company; we're your partners in sweet success. We offer free website consulting services, leveraging a diverse array of resources to breathe life into your digital vision. As a full-service agency, we've got your back on all fronts - from development and marketing to branding. Our expertise is your secret ingredient, propelling even the most novice businesses into the new era of technology and establishing a digital presence that can't be ignored. 🍭