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Should I have a Website as a Self-employed Security Professional?

Short Answer: No.

Smart Answer: Probably.

As a self-employed UK security professional, you’re not legally required to have a website — but having one can make you look more professional, land more clients, and set you apart from the competition.

Your website is your digital shopfront. And in most cases, it’s worth having — even if it’s just one page.

5 Reasons to Have a Website

1. You Look Legit

Clients want to know they’re hiring someone trustworthy. A clean, simple site shows you take your work seriously.

2. You Control the Message

Unlike social profiles, your website isn’t limited by platform rules. You can write your own bio, add testimonials, show off projects, and explain your process.

3. You Can Rank on Google

A basic site with your name, services, and location could bring in leads organically — no paid ads or job boards.

4. It’s a Home for Your Links

Link out to:

  • Booking forms
  • Social media
  • Invoicing systems
  • Partners
  • Affiliate tools
5. It Pays Off Long-Term

You might not need a site to land your first few gigs. But a year in? You’ll wish you started building your online presence earlier.

When You Might Not Need One (Yet)

  • You’re brand new and testing the waters
  • All your leads come from word-of-mouth.
  • You’re not ready to commit to ongoing work or a personal brand

In these cases, start simple with a LinkedIn profile or Carrd site, then upgrade when you’re ready.

Easy Ways to Get Online (No Tech Skills Needed)

✅ Option 1: WordPress (Recommended)

Use a host like EasyWP and install WordPress — it powers 40%+ of the internet. Flexible, professional, and scalable.

✅ Option 2: Carrd

A one-page, super simple site builder. Great for listing services, contact details, and linking out to other platforms.

👉 Try Carrd

✅ Option 3: Squarespace or Wix

Polished templates, drag-and-drop tools, and built-in support. Slightly more expensive, but beginner-friendly.

What to Put on Your Site

Start with these 4 pages (or one scrollable page):

  1. Home — what you do and who you help
  2. Services — what you offer
  3. About — your story, photo, and values
  4. Contact — how to reach you (form, email, links)

Bonus: Add a blog if you want to improve SEO and show your expertise

📌 Final Thoughts

You don’t need a website to start your journey as a self-employed security professional — but it can help you grow faster, look more professional, and give you more control over your brand. Start small, build gradually, and let your site evolve as you do.

If you’re serious about it, having your own website is one of the smartest moves you can make.

Once your site is up, you can use it to showcase your services, collect client enquiries, and connect it with tools like invoicing software and CRMs.


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