Web Design & Build
Your website is your brand's home in China. We design and build Chinese websites that load fast on China's networks, comply with local regulations, and convert Chinese visitors into customers.
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Years in China
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Key Insight
China's digital ecosystem operates uniquely. Understanding these nuances is the difference between a campaign that performs and one that transforms your China presence.
Why It Matters
Why this service is critical for your brand's success in China.
A China-hosted website is the foundation of your Baidu SEO strategy — without it, you cannot rank on China's largest search engine.
Chinese users have different design expectations: more visual density, QR code integration, WeChat social login, and real-time customer service chat are expected features.
Page speed from within China is critical — a 1-second delay can reduce conversion by 20%. Chinese-hosted sites load 3-5x faster than overseas-hosted alternatives.
What We Deliver
Every engagement includes these core deliverables.
Chinese website design & development
Mobile-first responsive design
ICP license filing & commercial ICP application
China hosting & CDN setup
WeChat Mini Program development
How We Work
A proven methodology with clear milestones and measurable outcomes.
Architecture & UX
Information architecture designed for Chinese user behaviour, with intuitive navigation, integrated WeChat/Weibo social login, and mobile-first responsive layouts.
Visual Design
Culturally attuned visual language: colour psychology for the Chinese market, typography optimised for Simplified Chinese characters, and image selection that resonates with Chinese aesthetics.
Development & Hosting
Built on modern frameworks (Next.js, React) with China-hosted CDN (Aliyun, Tencent Cloud). ICP license application management and Great Firewall compliance.
Baidu Optimisation
Technical SEO implementation: Baidu Webmaster Tools integration, structured data markup, mobile-first optimisation, and sitemap submission.
Launch & Maintenance
Staged rollout with performance monitoring, monthly content updates, security patches, and ongoing speed optimisation.
What Our Clients Say
Real feedback from brands we've helped succeed in China.
"YIVA transformed our Baidu presence. Within 4 months, organic traffic from China increased 180% and our SEM cost-per-acquisition dropped 35%."
Sarah Chen
Marketing Director, European Luxury Brand
"The team's deep understanding of China's digital ecosystem set them apart. Our WeChat Official Account grew from 2K to 45K followers in 6 months."
James Morrison
Head of Digital, UK Retail Brand
"We interviewed 5 agencies. YIVA was the only one that understood both Chinese consumer behaviour and our Western brand identity. The results proved it."
Anna Watanabe
VP Marketing, Global Tech Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to rebuild my existing website for China?
Not necessarily. We can create a China-specific subdomain (yourdomain.cn or yourdomain.com/cn) hosted on Chinese servers. Your main site stays untouched. This is the most common and cost-effective approach.
How long does an ICP license take?
ICP filing typically takes 15-30 business days for foreign-invested enterprises. We guide you through the entire process, including documentation preparation and government portal submission.
Can I use WeChat Pay or Alipay on my Chinese website?
Yes — and you should. Over 90% of Chinese mobile payments go through WeChat Pay and Alipay. We integrate both payment gateways into your site for seamless checkout.
Do Chinese websites need special hosting?
Yes. For optimal Baidu ranking and page speed, your China site must be hosted on mainland Chinese servers (Aliyun, Tencent Cloud, or Huawei Cloud). Overseas hosting results in 3-5x slower load times and significantly lower Baidu rankings.
What's the difference between a WeChat Mini Program and a website?
A Mini Program lives inside WeChat — no browser needed, instant load, integrated payment, and access to WeChat's social features (share, QR scan). It complements your website but doesn't replace it. Many brands have both a China website and a Mini Program for different user journeys.
Ready to Transform Your China Presence?
Speak with our web design & build specialists. Free 30-minute consultation — no commitment required.