Question 1

What does Forest Web Works do?

Accepted Answer

We design and build custom websites and ecommerce stores for businesses and nonprofits, then optimize them for search, AI answer engines, page speed, and security. We have been building the web since 1999.

Question 2

What are AEO and GEO (Answer and Generative Engine Optimization)?

Accepted Answer

AEO and GEO are the work of making your site one of the few sources that AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews pull from and cite when they generate an answer. They build on traditional SEO with structured data, clear answers, and strong trust signals.

Question 3

Do you work on existing sites, or only new builds?

Accepted Answer

Both. We build from scratch, modernize and refresh existing sites, and take over ongoing maintenance. Whatever fits your situation, we can help.

Question 4

What platforms do you build on?

Accepted Answer

We build on WordPress, Shopify, or a fully custom stack, whatever fits the project. If you are already on Squarespace, we can maintain your site or convert it to WordPress when you are ready to make the move.

Question 5

How long does a website project take?

Accepted Answer

It depends on scope, but most projects run from a few weeks to a couple of months. We aim to finish ahead of time and under budget, and we keep you as involved as you would like to be.

Question 6

Where are you located and who do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We are based in the San Francisco Bay Area and work with clients across the country. Most of our work comes to us through referrals.

We build agents that work while you don't.

SEO & site monitoring

Blog posts & content drafts

Social media posting

Anything your business needs