Guide
FAQ & Pricing
A quick overview of the moving pieces of the web—and what typical websites cost to build and run.
Moving pieces of web development
Most projects combine a few of these, depending on goals and complexity:
- Domain name and DNS
- Web hosting and CDN
- SSL and security hardening
- Design system and UI/UX
- Frontend development
- Backend/APIs and data
- CMS/blog and content workflows
- E‑commerce and payments
- Performance and SEO basics
- Accessibility (a11y) best practices
- Integrations (email, CRM, analytics)
- Ongoing maintenance and updates
What does a website cost?
It can range from $0 to $100,000+, depending on scope, features, and who builds it.
Cost by method
- DIY (Builders): $0 – $200+/month. Templates, hosting, SSL included; basic plans ~ $10–$20/mo.
- Freelancer/Small Agency: $1,000 – $10,000+ (simple sites from ~$1,500 up).
- Custom Development (Agency): $15,000 – $60,000+ for complex or enterprise needs.
Typical ongoing costs
- Domain: $10 – $25/year
- Hosting: $5 – $500+/month
- SSL: $0 – $100+/year (often free)
- Themes/Templates: $0 – $200 one‑time
- Plugins/Features: $0 – $500+/month
- Content: $0 – $5,000+ (if outsourced)
- Maintenance: $0 (DIY) – $200+/month
Cost by website type
- Simple Blog/Portfolio: $100 – $1,000
- Small Business Site: $1,000 – $5,000+
- E‑commerce Store: $500 (basic platform) – $20,000+
Ranges vary widely based on features (e.g., booking, memberships, integrations), content, and design. If you share your goals, I can provide a clear scope and quote.