HOW MUCH DOES A WEBSITE COST?
It depends on who builds it and what keeps running after launch. Here is the plain comparison, and our own price up front.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The cost of a small business website depends on who builds it and what keeps running after launch day. At Conqueror Capital, a website is part of our Launch plan: $297 a month (USD), built and live in about 48 hours, hosting and updates included, no contract. Canadian customers see the CAD amount at checkout.
Below is how the usual options compare. We describe them in plain words instead of quoting other companies' prices, because those change often and vary by provider.
YOUR OPTIONS, SIDE BY SIDE
| Option | How you pay | Who does the work | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Do-it-yourself builder | Monthly subscription; extras for domain, email and apps | You | Your time, and whether the site ever shows up on Google |
| Freelancer | Usually a one-time build fee | One person | Who hosts and updates it after launch, and what changes cost |
| Agency | Larger one-time project, often plus a monthly retainer | A team | Contract length and who owns the site and domain |
| Conqueror Capital Launch plan | $297 a month (USD), no contract | We build and run it | It is a monthly plan, not a one-time purchase |
FIVE QUESTIONS TO ASK ANY PROVIDER
- Is hosting included, and what happens if the site goes down?
- Who owns the domain name and the content?
- What does a change cost, such as a new service page or new photos?
- Will the site be set up for Google: page titles, your city and phone in text, and a link to your Google Business Profile?
- Is there a contract, and how do I cancel?
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QUESTIONS
How much does a small business website cost?
It depends on who builds it and what keeps running after launch. A do-it-yourself builder costs a monthly subscription plus your own time. A freelancer or agency usually charges a one-time build fee, and then hosting, updates and changes cost extra. At Conqueror Capital the website is included in our Launch plan at $297 a month (USD), with hosting and updates, and no contract.
What does the $297 a month include?
Your website built and live in about 48 hours, a second local guide site that sends you visitors, help showing up on Google Maps, and ongoing updates. You can cancel any time.
Is there a setup fee or a contract?
No contract. You pay monthly and can cancel any time.
How much is it in Canada?
The plan is priced in US dollars. Canadian customers see the Canadian-dollar amount at checkout and can pay in CAD or USD.
What costs do people forget?
The domain name renewal, hosting, security updates, fixing things that break, new photos and pages, and the time it takes you to learn the builder. Ask any provider which of these are included.
Is a cheaper website always worse?
No. A simple, fast site with your services, your area, your phone number and real photos can work as well as an expensive one. What matters is that customers can find it, trust it and call you.