What Do I Need to Have Ready Before Starting My Website Project?

Planning a new website? Whether it’s your first or a full redesign, the smoother your prep, the better the experience. At Ramp Design Co., we help creative business owners and service providers get clarity before diving into design. Here’s what to gather before we start building your dream site.

• What content and assets to gather before you start

• Why preparation leads to a faster (and smoother) project

• How to avoid common delays during web design

Here’s what to organize in one shared folder (Google Drive works great!):

Brand Assets

• Logo files (preferably in SVG, PNG, or EPS)

• Font files or access to licensed fonts (if using custom fonts)

• Color codes or brand guidelines

Website Content

• Home page message (headline + intro)

• About bio + team info

• Services or product descriptions

• Testimonials or reviews

• FAQs (if available)

• Contact details + hours

Photos & Imagery

• Professional brand photos

• Stock images or product shots

• Background textures or patterns (optional)

Logins & Tech Info

• Domain registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.)

• Email platform login (if you’re using Brevo, Mailchimp, etc.)

• Hosting provider (Hostinger, SiteGround, etc.)

• Social media handles