As a graphic designer who’s worked with plenty of website platforms, there’s one I stick to, and that’s Rocketspark. I’ve got a bit of a personal connection to this Kiwi company, having lived in New Zealand for over a decade and fondly watching them grow from their early days. I remember trying their platform for the first time, what must have been more than 10 years ago now! Needless to say, it has proven to be a game-changer for me.
Many clients and other designers often ask me: why Rocketspark?
So I figured it was about time I answered! Here are my top reasons why:
Incredibly Intuitive
The first word that springs to mind whenever I think of Rocketspark is ‘intuitive’. As a designer, I need a platform that doesn’t slow me down or make life difficult. Rocketspark has so many incredible design features and it is so enjoyable to use. I love knowing that I can hand the keys over to my clients, and they’ll be able to update their websites with ease. No developers needed! This means my clients can stay on top of small updates, which saves both of us time (and stress).
Design Flexibility
I cannot rate the design flexibility highly enough. It offers so much creative freedom and simplicity. I can design unique websites that compete with the big guys without worrying about coding or using external plugins. Some of my favourite design features include:
Branding: Set and save your brand colours, fonts, and styles for consistency across the site.
Picture Editing: Crop and shape images, add colour overlays directly in the platform, saving time without needing external tools.
Accordions: Keep your content tidy and interactive with accordion elements.
Slideshows & Galleries: Showcase your images beautifully with easy-to-set-up slideshows and galleries, including content overlays.
Width and Height Spacing: The ability to easily adjust the internal and external spacing between your content.
Adobe Typekit: Choose from a vast selection of fonts from Adobe Typekit to give your typography that extra touch.
There are so many more! But these are just a few features that make it so easy to create websites that are both beautiful and functional!
Simple E-Commerce
For small businesses looking to sell online, Rocketspark’s e-commerce features are spot on. Setting up an online store is straightforward – from adding products to configuring payments and shipping. It’s everything small businesses need to start selling, without the tech overwhelm that often comes with more complex platforms.
Google Analytics Made Easy
If I’m honest, Google Analytics can be a bit of a minefield – I still get lost. But with Rocketspark’s built-in dashboard, you get all the insights you need in a simple, easy-to-understand format. No need to dive into confusing reports! I love how this makes it easy for me and my clients to track website performance and make data-driven decisions.
Google Workspace Email Integration
For businesses wanting to keep everything in one place, Rocketspark integrates seamlessly with Google Workspace. Setting up professional email addresses tied to your domain is quick and easy. I personally made the switch to Google Workspace when I rebranded, and I haven’t looked back. Laters, Outlook!
Built-in SEO and AI
Ah, SEO and AI – two scary acronyms that often leave people's heads spinning! Flint is Rocketspark’s built-in SEO helper powered by AI. Flint can make suggestions to improve your content and ensure your SEO is in good shape – this is so handy for clients who want to add new content but struggle with knowing if it’s good enough quality.
The Finished Product Speaks for Itself
Rocketspark websites always look amazing when they’re finished (if I do say so myself). I’m constantly impressed by the quality of the design functionality and the ability to create professional websites that are both beautiful and user-friendly. Plus, the platform is constantly evolving. Design partners like me can suggest new features, and there's always something exciting in the works.
Beyond all the brilliant features, as a design partner, Rocketspark makes me feel like part of a team. We have a dedicated Partner Manager who meets with us every month (virtually, of course) and is always available for questions and to bounce ideas off. You can’t beat having a customer service team who are actual humans, and their support is top-notch, even if they are on the other side of the planet!
So, Why Should You Choose Rocketspark?
If you’re looking for a website platform that’s easy to use, offers fantastic creative freedom, and consistently delivers a gorgeous, professional end product, Rocketspark is the way to go.
Whether you’re a designer like me who loves the ease of use or a business owner who wants to easily manage your own website, this platform is a game-changer.
If you’d like a quick demo or to see how I could help improve your website experience contact me at sam@grovescreative.co.uk
