competitor analysis

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Competitor analysis reviews and compares relevant existing websites.

You might conduct a competitor analysis to

  • identify functions and features that typical users of your website expect
  • determine how to differentiate your website by creating a better user experience
  • find out more about similar businesses

Depending on your purpose, you might compare

  • home page content and layout
  • navigation scheme ease of use
  • search options and search results listings
  • product and category pages
  • shopping cart and payment processing
  • quality and readability of content
  • performance
  • accessibility (suitability for all readers)
  • help, instructions and support
  • visual design
  • features and functions

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