Why mobile-friendly websites in Curaçao matter
- Aranka van de Sanden
- Jul 17
- 3 min read
When was the last time you opened a website on your phone and left because it wouldn’t load, the text was too small, or the buttons were all over the place? Exactly. That’s why mobile-friendly (or mobile first) websites are no longer a luxury—they’re essential. Especially on an island like Curaçao, where locals and tourists are constantly browsing on mobile while on the go.
At our BeContent, we build Wix websites that are designed for both desktop and mobile. And yes, we pay attention to everything from page length to loading speed—so your visitors stay, scroll, and book.
What is mobile-first design?
Mobile-first design means creating your website with smartphones in mind before designing for larger screens.
Instead of starting with a desktop layout and squeezing it into a smaller version, mobile-first design begins with the essentials—on mobile. This approach makes sure your site works well where most people actually use it: on their phone.
And on Curaçao, that’s even more relevant. Tourists are using Google Maps to find your location, locals are checking your hours on the go, and your site needs to just work—fast, clear, and clickable.
Why are mobile-friendly websites in Curaçao important for small businesses?
Because most of your customers are visiting your website on their phone—especially if you're a restaurant, tour company, or local service.
If your site doesn’t load properly or looks broken on mobile, visitors are gone within seconds. It’s like having a shop with a broken door. A mobile-optimized website helps you:
Look more professional
Load faster
Convert more visitors into customers
Rank better in Google (yes, mobile experience affects SEO)
We build all our Wix websites with responsive design—which means they automatically adjust to every screen size. No pinching, zooming or frustrated tapping.
How does mobile-first design help local businesses in Curaçao?
It helps your business get found, get trusted, and get booked—especially by tourists.
Tourists don’t know you. They search things like “best snorkel trip Curaçao” or “local lunch Jan Thiel.” If your website is not mobile-friendly, they’ll move on to the next one. A clean, mobile-first design ensures:
Quick loading times (essential on hotel Wi-Fi!)
Easy-to-read info like location, contact, and menu
Tap-to-call or WhatsApp buttons
Short, relevant pages that load fast
We also optimize for local mobile SEO, making it easier for people to find you when searching “near me” or “open now.”
How do I know if my website is mobile-friendly?
You can test your site with Google’s free Mobile-Friendly Test, or… just check it on your own phone.
Ask yourself:
Does the text fit the screen?
Are buttons big enough to tap?
Is everything loading quickly?
Can visitors navigate without getting lost?
Still unsure? We’re happy to take a look. We do free mobile checks for Curaçao businesses and offer simple solutions if your site needs work.
What are the key features of a mobile-optimized website?
Speed, simplicity, and structure.
Here’s what we always build into our mobile designs:
Fast load times (we compress images and clean up code)
Short pages with clear sections—no endless scrolling
Sticky buttons like call now or book a tour
Readable fonts and bold headlines
Mobile menus that don’t confuse people
Tap-friendly buttons and links
On Wix, we design desktop and mobile side by side, so nothing gets overlooked. Every website we build is tested thoroughly on phones and tablets.
Can a mobile-friendly website in Curaçao improve my Google ranking?
Yes. Google uses mobile performance as a ranking factor in search results.
That means a website that’s slow or clunky on mobile can rank lower—even if your content is great. With a mobile-optimized Wix site, we not only build visually appealing pages but also make sure:
Pages are lightweight
Your core content appears at the top
Metadata and page structure help Google understand your business
Better mobile design = better visibility = more bookings.
Final thoughts
If your website hasn’t been checked on mobile in a while, now’s the time. On Curaçao, where everyone is constantly on their phone—whether it’s tourists looking for excursions or locals looking for lunch—a mobile-friendly website isn’t optional anymore.
We design all our websites in Wix, customized for Curaçao businesses who want speed, style, and simplicity—on any device.
Need a quick scan of your current site? Or ready to build something new? We’re just a WhatsApp away.
FAQ
Do you only make Wix websites?
Yes, we specialize in Wix because it allows full control over both mobile and desktop versions, without the hassle of plugins or updates.
Can you convert my existing website into a mobile-friendly one?
As long as it is in Wix. We can either optimize your current site or rebuild it in Wix for better performance.
Do I need a separate mobile version of my site?
No—our designs are responsive, meaning one site works perfectly across all devices.
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