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Custom websites, SiteFerry, and builders
See how SiteFerry supports routine client updates on a custom website—and how that differs from visual builders.
Why developers use SiteFerry with custom websites
SiteFerry gives developers a clear way to hand off routine copy and image updates after a custom website is built. Clients can keep content current without turning the handoff into a page builder.
Visual builders serve a different need: broad self-service page and layout assembly.
Side-by-side comparison
| Area | Custom website with SiteFerry | Visual builder |
|---|---|---|
| Design flexibility | Designed and built around the project's specific needs. | Built within the platform's templates and controls. |
| Everyday updates | Configured words and images through SiteFerry. | Broad self-editing inside the builder. |
| Client handoff | A focused workspace for routine content updates. | A broad interface for editing pages and layouts. |
| Build time | More upfront planning and implementation. | Often faster to assemble at the start. |
| Long-term control | The custom website and chosen tools can evolve with the project. | Platform ownership and portability vary. |
| Best fit | Clients who want a coded site with safe content control. | Clients who want broad no-code layout control. |
Where SiteFerry fits
SiteFerry joins the process after the website is built. It gives the developer a practical client handoff for routine content updates.
That makes it a strong fit when a business wants a custom website and a straightforward way to keep normal copy and image changes current.
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