I'm building a self-improvement website and for now, I'm focusing on making it responsive for mid to large screens, like tablets and laptops. I was thinking of putting up a 'Coming Soon' message for mobile users and figuring out the mobile design later based on how the site performs. Is this a good strategy? This is my first project, and I'm kind of lost on what to do!
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You're actually going about it the wrong way! Mobile layouts are often simpler. Adopt a mobile-first mindset; it’ll make adding desktop complexities much smoother later on.
Always aim for a mobile-responsive site. Make sure to test it across different devices and screen sizes. Check out CSS media queries to help with your layout; they can make a world of difference!
Most users today access websites through their phones, especially with self-improvement topics. If your site greets them with a 'nothing to see here' message, they might just leave for a competitor. You might lose a lot of potential traffic by not catering to mobile users right away.
I get your concern, but maybe consider adding a waitlist for mobile users rather than leaving them with a dead end? It could keep them engaged!
Totally agree! I had a clothing shop years ago, and back in 2015, over half my traffic was from mobile. It just shows how critical it is!
It's actually not that difficult to design a site with mobile in mind first. In fact, a lot of the time, mobile layouts are simpler. Why not start with a mobile-first approach? It can save you time and effort in the long run!
I thought about that, but since my project is more of a web app, I figured a separate app might be better for mobile users.
Absolutely, especially these days when everyone is on their phones.
I'm familiar with media queries, but I still thought a standalone app could be a better fit for mobile.