For Website Designers

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Showcase your work. Rank higher on Google. Convert more clients — without the site maintenance headaches.

As a designer you create beautiful sites — but your own website should do more than look good. It should rank, attract qualified leads, and prove your value. Congero helps designers present portfolios that win work while handling hosting, SEO, analytics and unlimited content updates for a predictable monthly fee.

$0
Upfront design fee
60s
Demo website via WhatsApp
Unlimited
Content updates included
Local SEO
Optimised to attract clients near you

Why a Strong Online Presence Is Non-Negotiable for Designers

Clients search first — they don't browse portfolios in person. A designer's website must do three things: clearly showcase work, communicate process and value, and convert visitors into briefs. If your site is slow, hidden on Google, or looks dated, you're leaving high-value work on the table.

First impressions convert

Prospective clients judge your skills by your site. Clean case studies, clear project outcomes and a fast, mobile-first design increase trust — which leads to higher-value leads.

Pro tip: Use short project summaries with measurable results (e.g., "Increased lead form conversions by 42%").

Visibility brings the right clients

Good SEO ensures local businesses, startups and agencies find you when they search for "website designer near me" or "ecommerce designer [city]". Visibility equals opportunity.

Tip: Target service + location keywords in case study headings and meta descriptions.

Showcase Your Portfolio to Win Premium Clients

A portfolio should be curated, not exhaustive. Focus on 8–12 case studies that demonstrate diversity (ecommerce, brochure, SaaS) and clear outcomes. Each project page should answer: what was the problem, what you built, and the measurable result.

  • Hero visuals: Use high-quality device mockups and before/after shots.
  • Clear outcomes: Highlight conversion lifts, traffic gains or time-saved.
  • Process snapshot: Show timeline, tools used and your role.
  • Call to action per case study: Invite prospects to request a short discovery call.
See How It Works
portfolio case study preview

Portfolio SEO hacks that get client traffic

  • Unique title tags for each case study targeting service + location
  • Structured data for case studies (schema) so your results show as rich snippets
  • Fast images (compressed WebP, lazy load) to improve PageSpeed
  • Keyword-rich H1/H2 headings describing outcomes
  • Canonical tags for syndicated portfolio items to avoid duplicate content penalties
  • Promote via Google Business Profile posts and local citations

SEO Benefits That Grow Your Design Business

Good SEO is repeatable lead generation. For designers, that means ranking for searches like "website designer near me", "ecommerce website designer [city]" and "portfolio website designer". The result: inbound leads that already know your value.

Higher visibility

Rank for keywords clients use when hiring a designer and reduce reliance on referrals alone.

Better-qualified leads

Search visitors are actively looking to hire — they’re further down the funnel and easier to convert.

Long-term traffic

Well-optimised case studies and service pages keep delivering enquiries month after month.

Note: SEO isn't an instant flip — it compounds. Combine targeted on-page SEO, fast hosting, and relevant local citations and you'll see steady increases in inbound briefs within weeks.

Turn Website Visitors into Paying Clients

Conversion-focused design patterns

  • Clear hero value proposition (who you help and what you deliver)
  • Prominent case studies with measurable results
  • Multiple conversion points: quote request, portfolio enquiry, and phone callback

Trust signals that increase close rates

Client logos, short testimonials with names/roles, and a transparent process page make higher-value clients comfortable signing a proposal.

Quick conversion checklist

  • Strong hero statement + CTA above the fold
  • Featured case studies with outcomes
  • Easy ways to contact you (click-to-call, email, calendar link)
  • Fast mobile experience

How Congero Helps Website Designers Scale Faster

Congero pairs AI-speed with human design expertise so designers can focus on craft while we handle the technical, SEO and hosting details that generate clients. Here’s the practical impact:

Live in 60 seconds

Demo site via WhatsApp so you can validate concepts or show clients a working prototype instantly.

Unlimited updates

Text a change—new case study, pricing update or image swap—and we publish it. No hourly fees.

Built-in local SEO

Page titles, schema, sitemaps and local signals handled so you rank for "designer near me" searches.

Designer-friendly workflows

Keep your creative control. Use Congero to:

  • Push polished portfolio pages quickly
  • Spin up landing pages for proposals or campaigns
  • Host and secure client-facing demo sites
  • Receive monthly analytics showing which projects drive enquiries
Pricing note: All-inclusive service from $49/month — domain, hosting, SSL, SEO, analytics and unlimited updates. No lock-in.

Designer Case Study (Example)

Client
Studio Bright
Challenge
Low organic visibility, few inbound briefs
Outcome
+67% qualified enquiries in 8 weeks

We launched a focused portfolio + local SEO package, wrote outcome-oriented case studies and set up analytics to track leads. Within 8 weeks the studio reported a steady stream of inbound briefs that converted at a higher rate.

Want the full case study? See How It Works and we'll show an anonymised breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Congero host multiple designer portfolios?
Yes. Designers can host a primary portfolio and create client demo pages or proposal landing pages — all included in your subscription.
Do I keep ownership of my portfolio content and domain?
You always own your content and domain. Congero provides hosting and management; domains can be transferred if you choose to move elsewhere.
How fast can I show a demo to a prospective client?
Demo sites can be spun up via WhatsApp in under 60 seconds. They’re ideal for proposals and client approvals.
Does Congero provide SEO help for designers?
Yes. Congero includes on-page SEO, schema markup, sitemaps and local optimisation to help designers appear in searches for their services and locations.
Are there long contracts?
No lock-in. Congero offers month-to-month plans so designers can cancel anytime without penalties.

Showcase Better — Win More Clients

Congero gives designers a powerful, SEO-optimised platform with managed hosting, analytics and unlimited updates — so you can focus on design and scale your business.

Free demo — no card required. Start with a WhatsApp demo in 60 seconds.

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