Platform81

Your website is the first chance you get to make an impression, so make sure it stands out with an engaging design, simple UX and content that has impact. Our developers and designers deliver technical expertise and design flair to every single project. That’s why our web design team keeps picking up awards (Not that we’re boasting). Custom Web Design We know it’s cliché, but first impressions count. In order to stand out from the digital crowd, your website should boast an enticing design that resonates with your audience; a clear, easy-to-use interface and relevant content that accurately represents your brand. E-Commerce At Platform 81, we specialise in making selling simple. By developing bespoke and fully integrated ecommerce websites, we create a shopping experience designed to turn clicks into conversions, and ensure your customers return time and time again. When it comes to creating an effective and successful ecommerce site, WooCommerce and Shopify both offer two powerful platforms for powering your online business. WordPress has become a powerhouse for ecommerce websites due to its flexibility and popularity and provides a solid foundation for your website. However, to start selling directly from your site, you need to add ecommerce functionality with a plugin such as WooCommerce. This feature-rich platform covers more than a third of the entire online shopping market, and will allow you to manage inventory, add payment gateways and shipping options. Shopify is a complete ecommerce platform, utilised by many leading brands worldwide, and has its own app store offering additional features to improve your ecommerce site. It is designed to grow with your business as you scale, offering powerful tools to manage your online content. Our developers have extensive experience in both and will help you choose the platform that works the best for your business ne UX/UI Every day we are surrounded by multiple “user experiences” – both in the analogue and digital world. While user experience (UX) is a conglomeration of tasks focused on the optimisation of a product for effective and enjoyable use, user interface (UI) design is its complement – the look, feel, overall presentation and interactivity of a product or service.

At Platform81, we build bespoke ecommerce websites that make selling online simple, seamless and successful. Our expert team combines strategic design with robust development to create user-friendly online stores that delight customers and drive conversions. Whether you choose WooCommerce, Shopify or a custom solution, we tailor every site to your business goals, ensuring intuitive navigation, secure payment integrations, mobile-responsive layouts and easy backend management. From product setup to shipping options and ongoing support, we handle everything so you can focus on growing your online business.

Search engines are constantly evolving. Competition increases, guidelines become more technical, and page one search rankings become more difficult to achieve. Platform81’s holistic search engine optimisation services are your guide through this ever-changing marketing landscape. With our technical experience, your site’s credibility and visibility are all but assured. Trust our Stockport based experts. We’ll take you where you need to be. Organic search engine optimisation (SEO) is the process of improving your position in non-paid search listings. The end result of this process is a higher position, increased visibility, and a far better chance of a conversion or a sale.

At Platform81, we deliver performance-driven PPC campaigns that put your business in front of high-intent audiences at the moment they’re ready to act. From Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising to shopping and remarketing campaigns, we use smart account structures, keyword strategy and continual optimisation to maximise efficiency and return on investment. With transparent reporting and data-led decision making, our PPC services are focused on driving qualified traffic, increasing conversions and supporting sustainable growth.

Starting with a detailed creative brief, we will study your business and create a brand experience that works for you. As an experienced design firm, we pride ourselves on being a major solutions provider – we’ll carry out extensive research into your field, identify development objectives and create a suitable brand design so the results help deliver your business objectives from day one, guaranteeing client satisfaction all round. A Platform-Spanning Identity Whether on your customers’ screens or in the palms of their hands, your brand needs to be everywhere. Thanks to the hard work of our Stockport based designers and our network of suppliers, we’ll ensure a consistent brand experience in every medium. From printed brochures to vehicle livery and promotional items, your brand won’t just be a concept. It’ll be tangible proof of who you are. Guardians of Your Brand Your brand’s big idea is only as good as the execution. Without a consistent approach, your carefully crafted personality will soon fall apart. We’ll guide your in-house marketing teams. Every pitch you produce will be an integrated part of your overall strategy. In short, we’ll make sure your new personality delivers results. Creating a Connection Once you know who your target audience is, we’ll help to connect you with them. You’ll understand their wants, their needs, and how they react to your brand. By tying your marketing to the bedrock of a strong brand, we’ll help you to forge a personal connection with your customer.

At Platform81, we deliver integrated digital marketing strategies designed to drive growth. By combining insight, creativity and performance-led execution, we help businesses attract the right audience, generate demand and convert attention into measurable results. From strategy and campaign planning through to ongoing optimisation, our marketing services are built to be flexible, transparent and focused on achieving your commercial goals.