The Pitfalls of AI-Generated Web Design

In this fast-paced web world, you may be anxious to get online as quickly as possible by utilizing a DIY web-building program enhanced with AI. You see the advantages of simple coding and speedy results. However, you may end up doing yourself a disservice by taking this route. Why?

Mediocre, Templated Design

Nothing says “automated” like AI-generated templates. Instead of getting an attractive, custom-built website that reflects the personality of your business, you’ll fade into the background with a “so-so” design.

Poor Coding

AI coding tends to be messy and unstructured. Typically, it does just enough to work, and not much more. If you want a professional to update the site later, you’ll be surprised at the labor needed to repair the code.

Restrictive Customization

If you’re just looking for a few simple pages, you may be satisfied. But so many businesses need e-commerce, appointment forms and API integration, you may discover that you need to have the site rebuilt by humans anyhow.

Security and Data Privacy Issues

Since most AI websites are linked to a proprietary platform, there are risks involved:

• If the provider changes pricing or worse — goes offline — you find that you may need to move quickly to fix the problem. Your site could even suddenly disappear.
• User data such as credit card numbers are at risk for exposure if a firewall is not fully under your control. Malware and viruses can also slip in.

Websites That Are “Just Good Enough”

They really aren’t. Effective, sustainable sites need:

• Custom verbiage and content
• User-friendly design (UI/UX)
• Coding that can be easily edited and updated
• Regular security updates to protect data

It may be an automated world, but you still need the human touch to provide you with a website that gives your business the platform it deserves. At Strottner Designs, we are web design experts who deliver results!

Contact us for a quote today.