Quick answer: Use real photos of your Croydon work, team and area. Compress them, add descriptive alt text, and place a genuine image next to the first call to action.
Phone photos of real Croydon work outperform stock. Here is the set to shoot this week. This guide is written for businesses in Croydon and Purley, Thornton Heath, South Norwood and Shirley.
Why stock photos leak trust
Visitors in Croydon recognise stock immediately. a salon in the town centre with a photo of yesterday’s job looks bookable. Croydon has fierce local competition, so generic copy disappears.
A one-hour shot list
Front of van or premises, three finished jobs, a team portrait, a detail shot, and a photo that shows Purley, Thornton Heath, South Norwood and Shirley if you travel. No filters that lie about the finish.
Alt text and file size
Alt text should describe the work and town, not stuff web design Croydon five times. Compress before upload so Core Web Vitals survive.
Where images earn money
Hero, about, and beside the quote button. Croydon Web Design will place and compress them on packages from £150.
Send your photos and we will use them.
Frequently asked questions
Are phone photos good enough?
Yes if they are sharp, well lit and honest. A DSLR is optional.
Do I need a photographer?
Only if you sell visual work at a premium. Most Croydon services do not.
Can I use customer photos?
With permission. Credit them and avoid showing private interiors without consent.
