Highly Performant and SEO-Friendly Websites Built with Next.js

Matija Žiberna

Starting at

$

1,200

About this service

Summary

I specialize in building high-performance, SEO-driven websites using Next.js (SSR/SSG), Tailwind CSS, and shadcn/ui, enhanced with sleek, subtle animations via GSAP for polished user experiences.
What sets me apart is my dual expertise in technical optimization and creative design/copywriting, ensuring sites rank well and captivate audiences visually and narratively.
I deliver fast, sites that balance functionality with artistry, tailored to your brand’s voice and goals.

Process

1. Discovery & Planning
Kickoff Meeting: Discuss goals, target audience, content needs, and design preferences.
Project Scope & Timeline: Finalize features (blog, CMS, animations), SEO strategy, and deadlines.
Technical Setup: Choose CMS (WordPress/Sanity/Contentful), analytics tools, and hosting (Vercel).
2. Design & Prototyping
Wireframes: Map user flows and page layouts in Figma (mobile-first + desktop).
UI/UX Design: Create high-fidelity mockups with Tailwind CSS and shadcn/ui components.
Animation Concepts: Propose subtle GSAP animations for key interactions (e.g., page transitions).
Client Approval: Review and refine designs until signed off.
3. Development
Next.js Setup: Build core pages (SSG/SSR), dynamic routes, and API integrations.
CMS Integration: Connect your chosen CMS for easy content updates.
SEO Foundation: Add schema markup, optimize images, and configure sitemap.xml/robots.txt.
GSAP Animations (optional): Implement smooth, performant animations without bloating performance.
4. Testing & Optimization
Functionality Check: Test forms, CMS workflows, and animations across devices.
SEO Audit: Validate schema markup, meta tags, and Core Web Vitals (Lighthouse).
Performance Tuning: Optimize CDN caching, code splitting, and Next.js Image usage.
Client Review: Share a staging link for feedback and final tweaks.
5. Launch
Deployment: Push to production on Vercel with HTTPS and environment variables.
Analytics Setup: Activate GA4, Search Console, or Umami for tracking.
Training & Handover: Provide CMS tutorials, GitHub repo access, and documentation.
6. Post-Launch Support
SEO Monitoring: Track rankings, fix crawl errors, and update schema as needed.
Maintenance: Offer retainer support for updates, backups, and Next.js upgrades.
Optional Enhancements: Add multilingual support, A/B tests, or new features.

FAQs

  • Can I add a blog to my site?

    Yes! We’ll integrate a blog using Next.js with your preferred CMS (like WordPress, Sanity, or Contentful) for easy content management.

  • Which CMS platforms do you support?

    We work with WordPress, Sanity, Contentful, and others. You’ll have full admin access to manage content seamlessly.

  • Do you implement animations on websites?

    Absolutely. We use GSAP for subtle, performance-friendly animations that enhance user engagement without compromising speed.

  • Is your site good for SEO?

    Next.js is ideal for SEO—it supports static (SSG) and server-side rendering (SSR), ensuring fast, JavaScript-free content for search engines.

  • How do you ensure the site is optimized for SEO?

    We implement schema markup (JSON-LD), optimize titles/metas, compress images, use CDN hosting, generate sitemaps, and even include llms.txt for AI crawlers.

  • Do you set up analytics tracking?

    Yes. We configure GA4, Google Search Console, Google Tag Manager, or privacy-focused tools like Umami for actionable insights.

  • Do I receive the source code after launch?

    Yes! You’ll own the codebase and receive full access to the GitHub repository.

  • Do you provide design services?

    Yes. Our team (including a dedicated designer) creates custom, visually stunning UI/UX in Figma, tailored to your brand.

  • What tools do you use for communication?

    We adapt to your workflow—email, Slack, Discord, Microsoft Teams, or your preferred platform.

  • Do you offer multilingual support?

    Yes. We build multilingual sites with Next.js i18n routing, localized content, and language-switching functionality.

What's included

  • Planning & Discovery

    Website Scope & Requirements Goals, target audience, core features (e.g., blogs, e-commerce), and success metrics. SEO & Performance Strategy Plan for page speed (SSR/SSG), image optimization, and Core Web Vitals compliance. Technical Architecture Map Next.js page structure, dynamic routes, API endpoints, and third-party integrations.

  • Design Phase

    User-Centric Wireframes Layouts for key pages (home, product, blog) with mobile-first responsiveness. UI/UX Design System Reusable components (headers, forms) aligned with Next.js dynamic rendering. Brand-Aligned Style Guide Typography, colors, and spacing rules for consistent Next.js theming.

  • Development Phase

    Core Website Features SSR/SSG pages, dynamic content (e.g., blogs), and API-driven functionality. Backend & CMS Integration Connected headless CMS (e.g., Contentful, Sanity) or custom database via Next.js API routes. Accessibility & SEO Foundation Semantic HTML, keyboard navigation, metadata, and Next.js sitemap.xml.

  • Testing & QA

    Cross-Device Compatibility Report Responsiveness testing for all breakpoints (mobile, tablet, desktop). Performance Optimization Lighthouse scores, optimized Next.js Image/next/image usage, caching. Security & Functionality Audit Broken link checks, form validation, and Next.js middleware security.

  • Launch Phase

    Production Deployment Vercel-hosted or elsewhere site with CI/CD, environment variables, and HTTPS. SEO Launch Checklist Google Search Console setup, canonical URLs, and analytics integration. Client Training Docs Content update guides (CMS) and Next.js codebase documentation.

  • Post-Launch

    Post-Launch Analytics Review Traffic, user behavior, and conversion metrics (Vercel Analytics or GA4). Ongoing Maintenance Plan Next.js version updates, security patches, and content backups.

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Duration

1 week

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