Prices
There is no such thing as a free website … is there? Read on. But there are usually costs, such as paying for the initial design, and recurring fees for hosting and other services. I try to keep the prices of my advice, help and design services to a minimum.
Website Costs
- Optional cost, i.e. zero if you do all the design yourself.
- Hiring a designer can be expensive, so shop around.
- Cost will vary according to complexity of website.
- There will usually be a one-off upfront design cost.
- Some designers will also charge an ongoing maintenance fee.
- Your website requires a host, i.e. physical storage space.
- There are free options (e.g. Google Sites, Wix Free Plan).
- Paid options vary from around £2 to £50 per month.
- Email hosting may or may not be included in the price.
- Look out for discounts offered by the main hosts.
- It is advisable to buy a custom domain name (£10-30 per year).
- You may need or want a separate email host.
- Paid website plugins (e.g. scheduled booking) are available.
- You may require image-editing services for your content.
- There must be something I have forgotten!
My Prices
Proposed prices for each service level are calculated as follows:
Initial advice and guidance is free, if it is within reason.
My design fee is based on the estimated time required multiplied by an hourly rate (£50/hour).
Ongoing maintenance is charged by the hour or on a fixed monthly fee.
My cost for helping you build a website is fluid and negotiable.
Domain registration, hosting and other fees are usually paid by the client …
… but I do receive discounts from some hosts, which I can pass on.
I accept payment in Sterling or Euro.
Pricing Examples
Choose from the following
Free Website
- There is such a thing.
- Design will, of course, be DIY.
- Google Sites, Wix Free offer free hosting.
Total cost: zero.
Budget Helpful
- Hostinger hosting – £2-5/month.
- Custom domain name – £10/year.
- Initial design help – from £250.
Year 1 £285+, then £50/year.
Designer Label
- Squarespace hosting – £30/month.
- Custom domain name – £10/year.
- Full design – from £500.