The Rise of DIY Web Design

How much of current web design is being done not by professionals but by users using wysiwyg and free DIY applications? A lot more than you might think.

Over the past decade, the web design landscape has shifted dramatically. Thanks to intuitive WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) editors and drag-and-drop platforms like Wix, Squarespace, Weebly, and WordPress.com, non-professionals are now building websites in much greater numbers and with better results. Little or no coding required, just a good eye and a few clicks.

While exact percentages vary, here are some telling stats and trends. Wix alone powers over 10 million websites, many of which are built by individuals or small businesses without professional help.

A Reddit thread in the web design community suggests that roughly 50% of users either build sites from scratch or use platforms like WordPress, while the other half rely on DIY builders.

WYSIWYG editors are increasingly popular among content creators, marketers, and small business owners, who prioritize speed and ease over custom code.

Why the DIY Boom?
Affordability: Hiring a designer can cost thousands; DIY tools often start free or low-cost.
Speed: You can launch a site in hours, not weeks.
Control: Users love having full creative control without needing a middleman.

Of course, professional designers still play a role and are vital for complex, high-performance, or brand-sensitive sites. But for portfolios, blogs, and small business pages? DIY is thriving.

Reposted from ronkowitzllc.com