Benjamin Marc operates a brick-and-mortar location at 36 Terry Road, Smithtown, NY. You’re welcome to book an appointment with us anytime! Not near our office? No problem at all. We’re happy to connect via Zoom, Google Meet, or even a quick phone call. We proudly provide web design services to clients in New York City, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx. We understand that meeting face to face can be important. That’s why we’re happy to provide real client references and verified reviews to help you feel confident before hiring us. We’ve earned over 250 five-star Google reviews from real, satisfied clients.

Before we start the design and development process, we recommend gathering your logo, photos, written content, and any other materials you plan to include so everything is ready to move forward smoothly. The more prepared you are with these essentials, the faster and more efficient the entire process will be. A successful website starts with a clear goal. Whether you are building an e-commerce store, a personal portfolio, or a business blog, knowing your target audience and the specific action you want them to take is crucial. Selecting the right domain name, securing fast and reliable web hosting, and obtaining an SSL certificate are all important factors to consider before the process begins.

Since 2005, Benjamin Marc has been designing and building websites. From small business sites to complex, custom-coded projects, we have the expertise to handle every style of web development. Our flexible approach enables us to support clients across a diverse range of industries. By drawing on our deep expertise and experience, our team helps you capitalize on emerging opportunities and strengthen your brand’s growth.

Yes, once the website is completed and fully paid for, you will receive full administrator access, allowing you to make edits and updates at any time. We build websites that put you in control. Using modern, user-friendly Content Management Systems (CMS), we create sites that you can manage and update yourself, no technical skills, special software, or developer needed. Once your site goes live, you’ll have access to an intuitive dashboard where you can edit text, swap images, publish blog posts, manage products, and more, all from your browser. Need to update your services, share company news, or refresh your homepage? You can do it in minutes. We also provide tutorials to guide you through making changes with ease.

We enhance your visibility in search engines through a combination of SEO (search engine optimization), paid advertising, social media marketing, and other proven digital strategies. Our search engine marketing process begins with in-depth research to identify competitive keywords within your niche. After analyzing these target keywords, we develop a location-based keyword strategy designed to improve your website’s relevance and ranking in search results.

Paid advertising across Google, Meta, YouTube, and other sponsored platforms includes in-depth research on high-performing keywords and geographic targeting to maximize reach and effectiveness. This approach delivers faster visibility in search engines often within days or weeks helping you connect with your audience almost immediately. AI-driven marketing further enhances your online presence by intelligently optimizing campaigns and increasing your website’s visibility.

Together, these strategies create a powerful, data-driven system for rapid growth and sustained online success.

Yes, AI can absolutely build a website. However, a professional web design agency offers more than just execution, it brings strategic thinking, accountability, and a tailored brand experience that AI alone may overlook. Collaborating with a team can also help refine your ideas and uncover new opportunities for growth. Having a dedicated partner to guide and develop your brand is why working with an experienced agency remains a valuable and worthwhile choice.

AI can accomplish a lot, from design and development to SEO and beyond. But having a web marketing expert who truly understands your brand and long-term vision can be a far more effective path.

New clients are coming to us and are saying that they tried the AI web build route and it lacks the personal attention. Benjamin Marc’s brand has always been personal service and attention. You work with CEO Anthony Savino with every project making sure your needs are satisfied. 

Absolutely! We can handle your website hosting and ensure your site remains secure, up to date, and optimized for peak performance.

What is web hosting?
Web hosting is a service that stores your website’s files, images, videos, databases, and other content on a server that is connected to the internet 24/7. When someone enters your website address, the hosting server delivers your website so visitors can access it at any time.

Why choose the company that built your website for hosting?
When we build your website, we understand every aspect of how it functions. If there are any issues, we can quickly diagnose and resolve it without needing to spend time learning the structure of your site. This often results in faster support and less downtime.

With a large national hosting provider, support teams may not be familiar with your website’s setup and may require additional time to troubleshoot problems. While national hosting companies provide server infrastructure, they typically do not monitor your specific website’s performance, functionality, or content updates.

Regular maintenance is essential to keeping a website running smoothly. Websites that are not properly maintained can experience slower performance, security vulnerabilities, broken features, and even periods of downtime. By hosting with us, you have a local partner dedicated to ensuring your website stays secure, updated, and performing at its best.

Yes, we do. Websites require ongoing monitoring and maintenance to remain secure, reliable, and performing at their best. We ensure your website is regularly updated, protected from security threats, and optimized for maximum speed and performance.

Most websites today are built on WordPress and rely on plugins to provide essential functionality. These plugins require frequent updates to maintain compatibility, security, and proper operation. When updates are neglected, they can create vulnerabilities, cause website errors, or even result in downtime.

When your website is hosted and maintained by Benjamin Marc, we perform regular backups so your site can be quickly restored if an issue occurs during an update, edit, or unexpected event. As your website grows with new content, pages, and features, performance can gradually decline. Our ongoing maintenance services help keep your website running smoothly, efficiently, and at peak performance.

By partnering with a professional web design and maintenance company, you protect your investment, minimize downtime, enhance security, and ensure your website continues to support your business and marketing goals.

At Benjamin Marc, we follow a proven website development process that keeps projects organized, efficient, and on schedule. The first step is determining the number of pages your website will need. From there, we gather all necessary content, including photos, videos, written copy, and any other materials required for the site.

Once the content is collected, we’ll assist you with selecting and purchasing a domain name and begin the design and development process. Another important step is setting up web hosting. Benjamin Marc offers reliable web hosting services, but you’re also welcome to use a hosting provider of your choice.

Project timelines vary depending on the size and complexity of the website. However, once we have all the necessary content and information, most websites are completed within 2–3 weeks, and many are finished even sooner.

Once your website is complete and your final invoice is paid, it’s yours, no strings attached. This includes the design, the content created for your project, and all associated rights.

Unlike agencies that retain ownership or make migrations a headache, Benjamin Marc believes your website is your business asset. Stay with us or move on, the choice is always yours.

That said, many clients choose to continue working with us for SEO, digital marketing, maintenance, hosting, and technical support. Not because they have to, but because they want to. Our goal is simple: build you a website your business can rely on for years to come.

Absolutely, we specialize in designing and developing custom websites. We’re expert WordPress developers & designers and are also highly skilled in Wix, Squarespace, and a wide range of CMS platforms. 

Our websites are built from the ground up to match your unique business goals, not limited by pre-made templates. Every project is custom designed and developed, giving you complete flexibility in functionality, design, and future growth. Whether you need a professional business website, an e-commerce store, or a custom web application, we create a solution tailored specifically to your requirements.

Custom web development delivers a website built specifically for your business, not a generic template modified to meet your needs. Every feature, design element, and function is tailored to support your goals, enhance performance, and provide the flexibility to grow as your business evolves.

Already have a premium website theme? We can customize it to fit your business by modifying the design, functionality, and user experience to align with your goals. While theme customization offers a cost-effective solution, we can also extend and enhance it with custom development to deliver a truly unique website.

Yes, our web development team has extensive experience across all major content management systems. We offer everything from fully custom website builds to seamless theme customization and enhancements. Wix suits beginners who want speed and simplicity. Squarespace is best for creatives who prioritize design. WordPress is the most powerful and flexible option, but requires more technical know-how. The right choice depends on your goals, budget, and comfort with technology.

Pros:

• Extremely easy to use—little to no coding required
• Large template library with a wide range of styles
• Built-in features like booking tools, contact forms, and basic SEO settings
• Affordable entry-level plans

Cons:

• Once you choose a template, switching it means rebuilding your site from scratch
• Less design precision
• Can feel limiting as your site grows in complexity