Stepping Into New Ownership: Navigating a Company’s Website After Inheritance

Inherent challenges often accompany the unexpected responsibility of managing a business, particularly when it comes to technological aspects that can seem daunting. Recently, I found myself in a peculiar yet significant situation: my former boss passed away and bequeathed his small company to me. With this transition, I now face the pressing challenge of gaining access to the company’s website.

While I possess a handful of passwords and some promising leads, I’m not particularly tech-savvy, which makes this journey even more intimidating. My first task is to determine the platform on which the website is built. I’ve attempted to utilize various online tools designed to trace the Content Management System (CMS) used for the site, but unfortunately, they have yielded no results.

The website itself leaves much to be desired; its outdated aesthetic suggests it wasn’t constructed using commonly known platforms like WordPress or Wix. Instead, it appears that my boss may have crafted it using his own HTML skills.

Although I have a basic understanding of HTML, I’m at a loss when it comes to accessing the actual area where any changes can be made. Unlike straightforward platforms, where you would simply log into a familiar interface—like Wix.com—I’m unsure of where to enter the login credentials I possess to modify this “homemade” creation.

As daunting as this might seem, I’m committed to solving this puzzle and bringing the website up to speed. Any insights or assistance from those experienced in similar situations would be greatly appreciated as I embark on this new and challenging endeavor!