A website is a set of pages accessible on the Internet through a unique address (URL), hosted on a server and viewable from any browser. Unlike a Facebook or Instagram page, a website is entirely yours and isn’t subject to any algorithm limiting its reach.
How a website works, in plain language
A website relies on three elements: a domain name (the address, like mboageek.com), hosting (the server that stores the site’s files and keeps them accessible at all times), and a browser (Chrome, Safari, etc.) that displays the content to the user. When someone types your address or clicks a link, their browser fetches the files from your hosting and displays them on screen.
The different types of websites
- Showcase site: presents a business, its services and contact details
- E-commerce site: lets you sell products online
- Blog: regularly publishes articles on a topic
- Portfolio: showcases the work of an independent professional
- Platform: a web application with advanced features (booking, member area, etc.)
Website or Facebook/Instagram page: what’s the difference?
A social media page is free and quick to create, but it belongs to the platform: its reach depends on an algorithm you don’t control, and it’s nearly invisible on Google. A website, on the other hand, is entirely yours, ranks far better on search engines, and stays accessible even if your social account is limited or deleted.
Why a business needs a website
A website gives a business credibility, lets it be found by customers who don’t know it yet through Google, and works around the clock even outside business hours. Today it’s the foundation of any serious online presence, even before social media.
How MboaGeek can help
If you’re planning to create your first website, check out our step-by-step guide to creating a website in Cameroon, or contact us directly to talk it through.
Frequently asked questions
Does a website cost money?
Creation, the domain name and hosting come with a cost, but there are packages suited to every budget, starting at 70,000 FCFA at MboaGeek.
What’s the difference between a website and a blog?
A blog is a type of website centered on regularly publishing articles. Many business sites combine a showcase section with a blog.
Do I need a website if I already have a Facebook page?
Yes, the two are complementary: Facebook helps engage an audience, while a website makes you visible on Google and belongs entirely to you.
Want to create your first website? Contact MboaGeek for a free quote.
