There must be no doubt in anyone's mind that any webmaster wants their sites to be popular. The correlation between popularity and attendance is also quite obvious. The steady growth of traffic indicates the normal development of the site. But what if the traffic doesn't grow or even falls? An analysis of the circumstances of the drop in traffic often leads to the conclusion that the reason is in the site itself. He cannot interest visitors, hold their attention, make them return. In this case, it makes sense to think about how to redesign your site.
It is necessary
- - access to the site via FTP;
- - FTP client or file manager with support for FTP connections;
- - access to the administrative panel of the site (if available);
- - modern browser;
- - Internet connection
Instructions
Step 1
Transfer the web resource under the control of a modern CMS. If the site content is static or the site operates on the basis of independent or poorly integrated scripts, it makes sense to do a complete redesign. Select and install a modern content management system on your hosting. Select and install CMS modules that implement the required additional functions. Move all site content under CMS management. One of the most powerful and versatile CMS today is Drupal. It's completely free. You can download Drupal at drupal.org.
Step 2
Optimize your site structure. Grouping materials according to thematic sections with a clear and logical organization (for example, in the form of a hierarchy) will greatly help users navigate the site. Having quickly found the necessary information, the visitor will not leave the resource immediately.
Step 3
Redesign your site. Nowadays, a light, light web 2.0 style design that is well displayed at different resolutions is relevant. For most of the popular CMS, there are catalogs of free themes. Pick a suitable theme and install it on the site. It is a good idea to develop your own unique theme.
Step 4
Increase the functionality of the site. Install and activate modules that will add interactivity to the site. For example, you can add the ability to comment on articles and other materials. Connect RSS imports, news feeds, voting modules, etc. Do not overdo it. It makes sense to add only the functionality that users really need.
Step 5
Establish a forum to discuss site materials. The presence of a forum will help create the core of a community of permanent users of the resource.
Step 6
Add unique thematic content to your site. You can also recycle old materials to bring them in line with the realities of the present. Fresh and relevant information will attract new users, and the ability to discuss it will keep them.
