A complete New Zealand made website solution
After extensive research, along with much trial-and-error, New Zealand-based Rocketspark is my preferred platform for developing websites. Over the years, I have worked on a range of website platforms, and I've found that Rocketspark offers the best combination of reliability, ease of use, and ongoing support for the small businesses and organisations I work with.
Built for New Zealand businesses
Rocketspark is a New Zealand-owned website platform that combines website hosting, security, technical updates and an easy-to-use website builder in one place. That means there are fewer technical headaches and less sleepless nights worrying about your website.
Their philosophy of helping small businesses succeed aligns closely with my own, and it's one of the reasons I've chosen to partner with them.
Easy for you to update
Your website shouldn't become something you're afraid to touch once it's launched.
When your new website is complete, you'll have your own Rocketspark account and full access to make changes whenever you need to. Whether you want to update your opening hours, add a new service, publish a blog post, or replace a few photos, it's all designed to be straightforward.
I'll also show you how to use your website, so you're confident making everyday updates yourself.
And if you'd rather leave it to someone else, I'm always happy to help.
Reliable hosting and ongoing improvements
Your Rocketspark hosting includes everything needed to keep your website running smoothly, including:
Secure New Zealand-based hosting
SSL security certificate
Automatic platform updates
Website backups
Unlimited bandwidth
SEO tools and metadata controls
Fast, reliable performance
Ongoing security monitoring
One of the biggest advantages of Rocketspark is that they're continually improving the platform. New features and enhancements are rolled out regularly, so your website benefits from ongoing development without needing expensive rebuilds or software upgrades.
Accessibility is being built into the platform
Creating a website that more people can use is an important part of modern web design. That's why I appreciate that Rocketspark continues to invest in accessibility improvements across its platform.
They regularly introduce updates that help websites better align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), making it easier to create websites that are more accessible for people with vision, hearing, mobility, or cognitive impairments. Features such as improved keyboard navigation, better support for screen readers, accessible forms, and ongoing enhancements to the website editor all contribute to a more inclusive experience.
While no website platform can make a website fully accessible on its own, Rocketspark provides a solid foundation. Accessibility still depends on thoughtful design, well-structured content, meaningful headings, appropriate colour contrast, descriptive alternative text for images, and other best practices. By combining Rocketspark's accessibility-focused features with good design, it's possible to create websites that are welcoming to a much wider audience.
Outstanding New Zealand support
One of the things I value most about Rocketspark is their support team.
If either you or I ever need assistance, there's an extensive online Help Centre, email support and a New Zealand-based 0800 phone number where you can speak to a real person. Having knowledgeable local support behind the platform gives both me and my clients confidence.
Responsive on every device
More than half of website visitors now browse on a mobile phone or tablet.
Every website I build is fully responsive, meaning it automatically adapts to different screen sizes. Whether someone visits your website on a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or mobile phone, they'll enjoy a consistent and easy-to-use experience.
Integrates with the tools many businesses use
Many businesses need their website to connect with other software they already use.
Rocketspark integrates with a wide range of popular business tools, including payment gateways, accounting software, booking systems, email marketing platforms and e-commerce solutions. As your business grows, your website can grow with it.
Why I recommend Rocketspark
No website platform is perfect for every situation, but for the vast majority of New Zealand small businesses and organisations, I believe Rocketspark strikes the right balance between flexibility, simplicity and reliability.
It allows me to build professional, modern websites that are easy for my clients to manage, while giving them the confidence that their website is secure, supported and ready to grow alongside their business.
If you're considering a new website and would like to know whether Rocketspark is the right fit for your business, I'd be happy to chat through your options. To find out more about Rocketspark, including up-to-date hosting costs, visit their website.
