15 Website Mistakes and How to Fix Them on Wix

Hey there, fellow web enthusiasts! Are you ready to amp up your website game and leave those pesky mistakes behind? Today, we're diving into 15 common website blunders that could be holding you back from internet success. The good news is, they're easier to fix than you think—especially if you're working on Wix! Consider this post your handy checklist to audit your site, address those DIY dilemmas, and set your online presence on the path to greatness. So, let's not waste another second. Ready, set, go!

1. Messy URLs

Our journey begins with URLs—or as I like to call them, the unsung heroes of the internet. A good URL is simple, clean, and easy to share or remember. Think about your domain as your digital address, and the tidier it is, the easier it will be for folks to find and share your content. For SEO, relevance is the name of the game. Ensure your URLs reflect the content of each page—ditch the random letters and numbers!

Quick Fix:

In the Wix editor, navigate to Menus & Pages, select the page you want to work on, click the three dots for Settings, head over to the SEO tab, and adjust your URL into an easy, memorable format. Viola!

2. Weak Mobile Experience

Did you know that most of your visitors are probably using their phones to check out your site? If your mobile experience is subpar, you're missing out on major traffic. Make sure your mobile site is not just a replica of your desktop version—it should be tailored for on-the-go browsing.

Quick Fix:

Hit *Switch to Mobile* at the top of your Wix Editor and tweak until it looks spectacular. Remember, scrolling and tapping are key in the mobile world. No sticky-outy bits and plenty of breathing room, please!

3. Link Issues

Few things are more frustrating than broken links leading to dead ends. Also, if you aren’t utilizing backlinks properly, you're missing out on a great opportunity to enhance SEO.

Quick Fix:

Audit your links regularly. Broken? Fix or remove them. Low on backlinks? Start interlinking your content; just highlight text, select the link icon, and connect away!

4. Ignoring SEO

SEO might sound like a menacing tech acronym, but it's your best friend when it comes to getting found online. Don’t skip it.

Quick Fix:

Wix makes it as easy as pie. Go into Menus & Pages, find a page, click SEO Google, and fill out everything you can. More info means Google knows what you’re about—a win for traffic.

5. Free or Basic Website

Invest in your domain. Using a free website with ads screaming "Wix" can be very off-putting and is a huge disservice to the professional image you're trying to craft.

Quick Fix:

Upgrade with Wix and snag a custom domain. Turn "mywebsite.wix.com" into "myawesomebrand.com"—looks cooler, right?

6. Lack of Website Purpose

Does your website have a mission? Every element should be guiding visitors toward a goal, be it sales, contacts, or engagement.

Quick Fix:

Focus your content flow. Need help? Add contact forms or guides to drive them in the right direction. Remember those crucial calls-to-action (CTAs)!

7. Isolated Website

Don't let your website be a digital island—connect it to social media and email campaigns to widen your net.

Quick Fix:

Add those social links and start gathering email sign-ups. It's almost criminal not to have these set up in 2023!

8. Slow Load Times

Ain’t nobody got time for slow websites! Speed up your load time by optimizing images and minimizing font load.

Quick Fix:

Compress images and pick a couple of clean fonts—Wix’s built-in tools can help keep things swift and seamless.

9. Lack of Value

Provide tools, info, and value that make visitors stick around. Convert casual bouncers into loyal fans.

Quick Fix:

Think quizzes, guides, or interactive elements. Make the experience valuable so they leave with useful knowledge or at least a smile—and some referrals.

10. Poor Navigation

Help your guests move through your online house like a pro tour guide would. Confusing navigation equals frustration and abandonment.

Quick Fix:

Test user journeys and ensure menus are clear. Simplicity rules the day, with pages easily accessed from wherever a user finds them.

11. Aesthetic Nightmares

Would you spend time in a room that's overwhelming and uninviting? The same goes for your website. Too many colors, fonts, or clashing elements can scare visitors away.

Quick Fix:

Stick to a cohesive color palette and a maximum of two to three fonts. If in doubt, start with Wix's templates—they’re designed for appeal and ease.

12. Unprofessional Email

Your email should reflect your site's professionalism. If your email screams "side hustle," potential clients might run for the hills.

Quick Fix:

Use a domain-specific email: you@yourdomain.com. This little tweak screams credibility.

13. Working Out of Bounds

Stick to the boundaries to ensure your site looks great everywhere from tablets to widescreens.

Quick Fix:

Test run on different devices to ensure text and images honor the boundary gods—they’re there for a reason!

14. Misplaced Anchors

Anchors can be helpful navigational aids, but misplacement leads to a jarring experience.

Quick Fix:

Reposition misplaced anchors to achieve smooth scrolling. Go through the site being picky with precision.

15. Not Linking Logo to Home

Make life easy. The logo, herald of your brand, should be the easy escape hatch back to the homepage.

Quick Fix:

Put that link back in there. Logo -> Home. Simple.

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And there you have it folks! Armed with this list, your website has the potential to be a stellar spot on the world wide web. Start your website cleanup today, and watch as your user engagement and satisfaction soar!

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