6 Signs Your Website Is Outdated (And What to Do About It)
Is your website working for you—or against you?
Have you ever landed on a website and instantly felt like you stepped back in time… but not in a charming, vintage way? 😬 The truth is, your website is often the first impression people have of your business — and if it’s not pulling its weight, it might actually be turning visitors away.
So how do you know if your site needs a refresh (or a full makeover)? Here are six telltale signs your website is outdated — plus what you can do to fix them.
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It’s Not Mobile-Friendly
If your site still pinches, zooms, or scrolls weird on a phone… it’s time. Over 60% of web traffic comes from mobile, so if your visitors can’t easily navigate or read your content, they’ll bounce — fast.
Fix it: Choose a responsive WordPress theme (I love Kadence!) and test it on multiple screen sizes.
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It Loads Slowly
Nobody’s got time for a slow website. Long load times frustrate users and hurt your SEO. If it takes more than 3 seconds to load, you’re likely losing people.
Fix it: Compress images, switch to a solid host (I recommend Flywheel and BigScoots!), and make sure your site isn’t bogged down with outdated plugins or extra bloat.
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The Design Feels Stuck in the Past
Cluttered layouts, outdated fonts, and colors that no longer reflect your brand can make your site feel tired — even if your business is thriving behind the scenes. A dated design doesn’t just look off; it can actually make your audience question your professionalism or trustworthiness.
Fix it: The Bellano Signature Solution is the complete package — a fresh, modern design paired with updated features, streamlined strategy, and post-launch support so your site not only looks amazing, it actually works hard for your business. No more band-aid fixes or trying to DIY your way through clunky updates. This is the transformation your website (and your business) deserves.
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You Haven’t Updated Your Content in Ages
Old blog posts, expired offers, outdated headshots — yikes. Stale content tells your audience you’re not active, which can erode trust.
Fix it: Set aside time quarterly to update your homepage, tweak your about page, and keep your blog and portfolio fresh.
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You’re Not Showing Up in Search
If your site isn’t optimized for search engines, potential clients won’t find you — even if your services are a perfect fit.
Fix it: Add alt text to images, use heading tags properly, and include relevant keywords (like “custom WordPress design for bloggers”) throughout your site.
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It’s Hard to Update Yourself
If you avoid updating your site because it’s confusing, clunky, or requires a developer for every little change… that’s a red flag.
Fix it: WordPress + Kadence gives you the flexibility to actually use your website. I design with your ease in mind — and I teach you how to keep it going!
Time for a Refresh?
If you nodded along to even one or two of these, your site might be working against you — and costing you leads, clients, or opportunities. The good news? It doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
Whether you’re ready for a full redesign or a strategic restyle, I’ve got solutions to fit your goals and your budget.
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“I hired Thauna to help me move my whole site to a new website platform host, as well as help me rebrand the site. Thauna did a fantastic job of bringing my new blog ideas to life. She was really quick with every change, and super patient with me as I tried to figure out which color palette and logo best suited my new look. I feel like the difference between my old blog and new blog is day and night. The website that Thauna created is so much more elevated, easier to navigate, and does a great job of highlighting so much of the hard work I’ve put into my blog over the last year or so. I am really happy with the work she did for me and would definitely recommend her to anyone interested in website redesign!”
Daley Quinn – The Daley Dose
Freelance Journalist, Content Strategist, and Blogger
