Want to hire someone from the Wix Marketplace, a hub of trusted freelancers and agencies? Wix's 1,000+ partners are a diverse group of website designers, graphic designers, marketing specialists, developers and more. But these partners don't just offer some of the best Wix training and website services on the web. They're also graphic designers who can provide quality logos and templates, SEO specialists who can work with search engine algorithms, and marketers who can promote your business online.
And that's just a snapshot of what Wix partners can do! With experts in over 60 countries, you have the opportunity to connect with the right person - in the right place, with the right skills - to complement your specific website needs. Here are 8 things to consider when choosing a Wix partner.
What is Wix Partner?
Wix Partners are the experts who offer website and business services remotely in Wix Marketplace. Whether your business is looking to engage a website design agency or freelancer on a long-term or short-term basis, a common concern may arise.
You may ask yourself: will the help be worth the dent in my website budget? We know, and the answer should always be yes. So before you sign any contract with the partner, make sure you're getting exactly what you want.
One of the benefits of hiring a Wix partner is that your mind will be at rest. That's because you're hiring qualified professionals with an experience so don't worries in mind.
How Qualified Are Wix Partners?
Wix partners do their homework. Not all of them, of course, but most of them. Here are qualities of Wix partners that prove they can be trusted to get the job done.
Wix partners are certified
All of Wix's highly rated partners have completed at least one of Wix's certifications.
Some known as Certified Wix Partners have completed all the certifications and exams. This means they've spent hours studying the ins and outs of the Wix platform to give you the most up to date, top quality advice, and have performed well on the Velo and Studio certification exams.
Wix partners have excellent track records
All partners must prove themselves with an existing client base in order to access the Wix Marketplace as a partner. Each partner has worked with a number of previous clients, demonstrating not only the ability to pass exams and become certified, but also the ability to use their skills to help a variety of small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) get the most out of the Wix platform.
Wix partners have sweet hookups
Being a successful Wix partner comes with benefits that partners can pass on to their customers, including you. Partner status comes with the number of points earned after each successful premium site upgrades. They also get early access to product betas, bespoke tools and training opportunities (like Wix SEO Hub) to keep their skills sharp and ahead of the curve.
Partners are also part of a collaborative community. They regularly talk and learn from a peer and from Wix as a whole, sharing ideas, projects that ultimately lead to more innovative website solutions.
Wix partners aren't just students, they're teachers
Wix partners are happy to share their deep knowledge of Wix platform by offering coaching, tutorials, and lessons. Taking lessons from a partner or attending a training is not only an effective way to get to know them, which can help build trust before you decide whether to commit to other projects. The lessons will also increase your or your team's knowledge of Wix, helping you to better promote your business.
Even in case your website built in Wix Studio using Velo development tools, qualified Wix partners can contribute to your projects with ease.
How to Pick Up a Wix Partner Agency?
Is it an agency or freelancer?
If you're looking for a personal touch, it's hard to beat working with a small agency or freelancer. They run a small business just like you, so they understand the challenges you face and potential solutions will arise.
So, if you manage an SMB, you should hire a freelancer instead of a full-scaled agency.
Does the partner fit my budget?
Regardless of budget, there is always a suitable partner to be found in the Marketplace. Wix partners charge between $50 and $1000 per hour. However, it should be noted that the hourly rate is not the primary concern, as many common marketing tasks can be completed within an hour (or less).
The cost of a project is directly related to its scope. For example, custom website solutions such as e-commerce websites, website design or logo design will take longer to complete than setting up an out-of-the-box integration.
For those with a more limited budget, investing in a partner to assist with one-off tasks such as importing products or orders, creating email campaigns, or managing audience data can be a cost-effective strategy to save time and ensure the successful implementation of your project.
However, if you have the option of allocating a portion of your website budget over an extended period, it may be worthwhile to consider the cost-effectiveness of hiring dedicated assistance. This could take the form of someone to manage your monthly newsletter or the development of a comprehensive email marketing strategy.
If you have a budget but are unsure of where to begin, please do not hesitate to get in touch. One approach is to work backwards from your budget. Consult with your partner to determine the most effective action items to prioritise based on your budget. It is important to remember that a website is an upfront investment that will pay off in the long run; money spent strategically at the beginning can drive revenue. As sales grow, the opportunity arises to invest in further website improvements.
How long will it take?
The time a partner spends on a task depends on its complexity and scope. Some website tasks can be done quickly, while others are take a lot of time. An SEO marketing strategy, for example, requires development, regular monitoring, analysis and adjustment.
Here are some of the things Wix partners can help you with and the approximate time it takes to complete them.
Quick tasks (24-72 hours)
New website set up
Out-of-box integrations
Customizing built-in email template
Setting up welcome message
Contact forms
Reasonably time-taking tasks (up to a week)
Logo design
Landing page design
Automation set up
Custom templates
Longer-term projects
Website development
Marketing strategy
Custom API integrations
Online store set up
Regardless of the nature of the partnership, the time spent working with them will invariably prove to be a sound investment. The longer the collaboration lasts, the more they will understand your business and your audience, and the more effective marketing strategies they will be able to recommend and implement.
Is Wix Partner specialized in what I need?
When choosing a partner, make sure their website design level match your needs.
If you're looking for someone to assess your Wix account and ensure you're getting the most out of the platform, hire a partner who performs site audit.
For branding, templates and landing page assistance, a partner with graphic design skills is recommended.
For content creation, ensure your partner offers copywriting in Wix.
Segmentation, automations and contact management are all part of email marketing, but some partners specialize in one of these fields. They can further expand their offerings for integrations like Omnisend and Mailchimp.
If you are planning on integrating systems into your marketing programs, hire a partner familiar with these systems.
Many of Wix partners are not only Wix experts, but also offer a range of additional services, including search engine optimization, website development, social media marketing management, digital advertising, and more.
Is Wix Partner know my industry?
It is not always necessary to hire someone familiar with your industry even though it can be beneficial. It really depends why you’re hiring a partner. If they’re working on copywriting or marketing strategy, it helps to have someone who knows your field.
But if you’re hiring someone to implement integrations, for example, they’ll be working behind the scenes. Regardless of what industry you’re in, Wix partners are experts in helping small businesses. They’ve worked with hundreds of businesses just like yours, so you’ll benefit from their expertise no matter what.
Is Wix Partner's location important?
Having a partner in the same time zone as you might be crucial. This could be for closing a deal in person, receiving real-time support on a platform, or paying someone in your currency.
For others, the right personality is more important than the time zone. Building a strong relationship with a partner is what matters, even if they're on the other side of the planet.
You can pay in your currency through an online POS or bank transfer, schedule a meeting on a time that fits both of you and meet online if you hire someone from another location. Therefore, there is no restriction due to international operations.
Collaborate with Wix Partners
Partner's own website
In its simplest form, the person marketing a service to you should be hundreds of times more proficient in that service than you. It would be beneficial for you to carefully examine the website of the person or agency you will receive service from.
Experts must have tried what they promised you on their projects long before you did. It's easy to find traces of those times on their websites. Follow your tracks.
Partner's portfolio projects
We witness most Wix experts stacking old ones on the shelf. Not to mention those who sell Wix's ready-made designs to their customers again, again and again, or list past WordPress, Blogger, and Weebly projects in their portfolio like Wix sites.
Never do business with so-called experts who are out to sell you outdated websites and seek an unfair advantage.
You can read Wix customer stories.
Free or cheaper website services
Let's take a closer look at the deception/fraud/deception methods preferred by so-called experts.
Free service: Earning through content marketing with an affiliate link is one of the common ways of making money in the internet world. The statement "Click here and get unlimited Wix Turkish support from us" is an unrealistic and misleading marketing tactic. No one other than Wix's own official teams (in English) can support you for free.
Very Cheap Service: An agency or person who asks you to set up a site from scratch for an amount equal to the annual package fee paid to Wix is a possible fraud. Creating or developing impressive sites with Wix is neither that easy nor that cheap.
Very Expensive Service: When you weigh Wix with its curve line and compare it with other platforms, there is a price. If you're not working directly with a Wix expert "web developer", cut off contact with agencies and individuals who serve you above this price point.
The way you contact with a partner
Unlike Bizimuhit, which creates progressive forms and video and audio appointments, experts looking for a place to handle your requests sloppily can mislead you with a WhatsApp message or a phone call.
Bizimuhit also uses various channels such as WhatsApp for customer communication, but maintains transparent communication on many issues, from being a Wix Partner to pricing.
The fact that live sessions are organized in order to explain your project in as much detail as possible is a plus for the service provided by the expert.
You can schedule a meeting with us or directly contact via WhatsApp anytime you want.
Terms and conditions
Many web designers do not like to have their websites transferred to you, including the ones they have specially designed for you, and they do not hesitate to use the design specially presented to you over and over again for other individuals and institutions.
Before you start an expert to design your website from scratch, you should sign a contract declaring that all design details of the site belong to you or your institution and that these design details cannot be reused by the designer (at least for a certain period of time) in the sectors you are in competition with, or by examining the designer's Terms of Service, if any. You may agree to be bound by these terms.
Expenses and cost
At the very beginning of the project, it is important to discuss all the details and make the right pricing. Just as it is inconvenient to put additional work on the designer in the middle of the project, so is an uncertain cost estimate presented to the client at the beginning of the project.
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