Do I Still Need a Website If I’m on Facebook?
If you’re a small business owner in western South Dakota, you’ve probably asked this question—or heard someone else say it:
“I’ve got a Facebook page. Isn’t that enough?”
Short answer: Nope.
While Facebook is a helpful tool for staying visible, it’s not a substitute for a real website—and here’s why.
1. Facebook Is Rented Space—Your Website Is Yours
Facebook controls what your followers see (or don’t). Algorithms change. Pages disappear. Engagement drops without warning.
Your website, on the other hand, is a place you fully control. It won’t change without your say, and it works 24/7 to represent your business exactly how you want.
2. People Still Google First
Even in small towns like Spearfish or Hot Springs, most people search on Google before they open Facebook. If you don’t have a website—or a Google Business Profile—you’re probably not showing up at all.
💡 Bonus: When you have a website + Google listing, your chances of showing up in the map results or “Local Pack” go way up.
3. A Website Builds More Trust
If someone finds your Facebook page and sees there’s no website linked? That can raise red flags.
A simple, well-designed website makes your business feel legitimate—even if you’re just starting out or running it solo.
4. A Website Answers Questions You Can’t Control on Facebook
Hours, services, pricing, contact info, service areas—your website can organize all of that clearly. On Facebook? It’s buried in posts or not listed at all.
A clean homepage or even a one-pager can answer your customers’ questions before they even reach out.
5. You Can Still Use Facebook—Better
Having a website doesn’t replace Facebook—it strengthens it. You can link to your site from posts, add blog content, share service pages, and drive traffic back to something you control.
You can even set up contact forms, email signups, or lightweight payment options that Facebook just can’t offer.
Final Thought:
A Facebook page without a website is like a billboard without a phone number.
It might get seen, but it won’t always connect.
Solid Ground builds affordable, high-trust websites that give your business a true home online—whether you’re in Rapid City, Belle Fourche, or serving customers all over the Black Hills.
👉 Let’s talk about your website » — even a simple one-pager can make a big difference.