What is a static HTML site?
HTML is the markup language used to display web pages. Most sites on the Internet use HTML with many other markup languages and scripting languages to create web pages.
Typically, you will need to hire a web developer to create an HTML site for your business. He will use HTML, CSS, JavaScript and a number of other technologies to build your site.
CMS, such as WordPress, use databases to store and access the content. HTML sites, on the other hand, contain all your content in static files.
Now let’s look at the pros and cons of an HTML site for your business.
HTML Website Benefits
Almost no maintenance – After the start of your site, you will not need to install updates or keep it regularly. If there are no changes, you can once back up the site and forget about it.
Low requirements – HTML sites do not need servers with PHP or MySQL installed on them. They can work on cheaper servers with limited resources. Although most good web hosting companies support PHP and MySQL.
Disadvantages of HTML site
No Updates – If you don’t own HTML / CSS, a static HTML site is very difficult to update for a newbie. You will need a web developer even for simple tasks – adding new pages, updating old content or downloading videos or images.
No additional features – If your business has grown and you want to add a new feature to your site, such as a store, poll or vote, gallery, etc., you will need to hire a developer and in most cases, he will recommend you move to WordPress.
Price – Given that you will need to hire a person even for the smallest tasks, the price of an HTML site can go much higher than on WordPress.
To be continued…