Cheap Websites
See your options when you want a cheap website – and what risks come with them. Sometimes, paying more upfront means saving more later.
- Cheap Websites
- Cheap Websites
Want a cheap website? Here’s what you need to know.
A cheap website might seem like a quick solution, but in reality, it comes with many limitations. We’ll explain what alternatives you have and when (or if) the low-cost option is worth it.
What does a cheap website really mean?
A cheap website often means hidden costs, lack of results, and wasted time. We’re not here to convince you, but to show you the reality behind low-cost offers.
If you received offers of €200-300, it’s probably a ready-made template, without SEO optimization, strategy, tech support, or maintenance.
Cheap solutions may look attractive, but often end up being redone. We’ll explain why, and what a website that actually delivers results involves.
Hidden Costs vs. The Efficiency of a Custom Website
How much do you pay over 3 years for a website?
| Cost | WordPress / Shopify / Wix | Custom Website |
|---|---|---|
| Initial fee | €500-€3000 | €5000 |
| Monthly subscriptions for plugins | €30-€300/month | €0 |
| Maintenance & updates | €1000/year | €0 |
| Design change after 2 years | €1500 | €0 |
| Total in 3 years | €10,000+ | €5000 (one-time payment) |
🔹 The Hidden Costs of Templates
- 📉 Template used by thousands of sites → Your brand won’t stand out.
- ⚙️ Plugin dependency → You have to pay monthly for advanced features.
- 🚨 Updates can break your site → Repair costs and downtime.
✅ How do you save with a custom site?
- 💎 Premium design → Your brand looks unique and professional.
- 💰 No monthly fees → One payment, no hidden costs.
- ⚡ Performance & optimization → Higher speed, better conversions.
Do you want a website that saves you money and looks premium?
No hidden costs. No monthly fees. No maintenance headaches.
Choose a website optimized for your business.
Custom Website Performance: Faster, More Optimized, More Profitable
How speed impacts conversions and sales
| Loading Time | WordPress / Shopify / Wix Website | Custom Website |
|---|---|---|
| 5+ seconds | Conversion rate drops by 50% | 30–50% higher conversions |
| 3 seconds | 40% of users leave the site | Keeps users on the page |
| < 1 second | Almost impossible on SaaS platforms | Standard for a custom website |
🔹 Problems with popular platforms
- ⚡ WordPress & Shopify – Heavy plugins and themes slow down your site.
- 📉 Wix & Webflow – Useless code and high mobile latency.
- 🔗 Shopify & Magento – Overloaded servers, long loading times.
- 🚨 Limited hosting – No full control over performance optimization.
✅ How does a custom site increase your sales?
- 🚀 Speed optimization – Loads under 1 second, maximizing sales.
- 🔗 No limitations – Integrates with any platform, no restrictions.
- 📈 Advanced SEO – Google prioritizes fast sites, boosting your traffic.
- 🔒 Premium security – Dedicated hosting, no hacking issues.
- 💰 Higher ROI – A fast, optimized site converts better.
Read more about our work process and the technologies we use.
Automation & AI Integration: The Website That Works For You
Examples of Advanced Automations
| Automation | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 📊 AI & Machine Learning for Upsell & Cross-sell | Increases cart value through personalized recommendations. |
| ✍️ Automated Social Media Posts | Blog articles are converted into optimized posts and distributed automatically. |
| 📅 Google Calendar & Reminder Email | Clients automatically receive notifications about their appointments. |
| 🎯 Custom Pixel Ads Synchronization | Accurate data for advertising campaigns on Google, Facebook and TikTok. |
| 🤖 AI Chatbot for 24/7 Support | Automates responses to FAQs and guides customers. |
🔹 AI Automations for eCommerce
- 🛍 Smart recommendations based on previous purchases.
- 📈 AI analysis to reduce cart abandonment.
- 📩 Automated emails for re-engagement.
✅ Automations for Business & Marketing
- 🔗 Google Calendar integration - Automatic appointments with reminders.
- 📢 Automatic Social Media posting based on website content.
- 📊 Automatic CRM synchronization - Real-time lead delivery.
Read more about the technologies we use
ROI: A Custom Website Is an Investment, Not an Expense
The real cost of a website over 3 years
| Cost | WordPress / Shopify / Wix | Custom Website |
|---|---|---|
| Initial cost | 1000-3000€ | 5000€ |
| Annual maintenance | 1200-2500€ | 0€ |
| Repairs and rebuilds | 2000€ | 0€ |
| SEO & optimizations | 1500€ | 0€ |
| Total over 3 years | 7500+€ | 5000€ (one-time) |
🔹 WordPress / Shopify / Wix Problems That Custom Sites DON’T Have
- 🚨 Plugin dependency – Any new feature needs a plugin, which slows down the site.
- ⚡ Limited speed – You don’t have full control over server optimization.
- 🔒 Lower security – Popular platforms are prime targets for hackers.
- 📉 Limited SEO – You can’t do advanced optimizations without restrictions.
- 🔗 Limited integration – You can’t connect ERP, CRM, or complex systems easily.
✅ Why Is a Custom Site More Profitable?
- 🚀 Optimized speed – Google prioritizes fast sites, boosting organic traffic.
- 🔗 No limitations – Integrates with any business software.
- 🛠 Full scalability – Add advanced features without restrictions.
- 🔒 Premium security – No vulnerable plugins, no hacking problems.
- 💰 Higher ROI – An optimized site converts better and brings in more clients.
Web Security: Protect Your Business and Client Data
Why are WordPress, Shopify, Wix vulnerable?
| Security Risk | Popular Platforms | Custom Website |
|---|---|---|
| ⚠️ WordPress is the No.1 target for hackers | YES | NO |
| 🚨 Brute-force attacks on login | YES | Advanced protection |
| 🔓 Vulnerable plugins and themes | YES | No third-party dependency |
| ⚡ Limited control over server infrastructure | YES | Full optimization for performance & security |
| 🔒 Advanced data protection | Partial | Full encryption, GDPR protection |
🔹 Custom Security
- 🛡️ Advanced Web Firewall – Protection against DDoS attacks.
- 🔑 2FA Authentication – Maximum access security.
- 🔗 Optimized hosting – Full control over server infrastructure.
✅ How do you protect your clients’ data?
- 🔒 Full encryption for user data.
- 📊 Automatic backups – No risk of data loss.
- 💡 Continuous monitoring – Automatic attack detection.
Want a safe and stable website for your business?
Don’t leave your site’s security to chance.
Choose a website built correctly, with no vulnerabilities.
Future Technologies for Your Business
The same technologies used by global brands
Why choose our technologies?
A website built on the right technologies is faster, more scalable, and more secure.
Discover how we can use technology to transform your business.
What alternatives do you have if your budget is limited?
WordPress site with premium theme
Price: €400 - €800
Advantage: Fast, easy to customize
Limitations: Plugin dependency, slower
Drag & drop website builder
Price: €100 - €300
Advantage: Very cheap, accessible to anyone
Limitations: Rigid design, no SEO, poor scalability
Simple Landing Page
Price: €300 - €500
Advantage: Efficient for one-time offers
Limitations: Single use, not scalable
Do you want a website that brings real results?
If you’re ready to take it to the next level and invest in a solution that truly works, let’s talk about what we can build together.
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