How Much Does a Website Cost? 6 Factors That Decide the Price
Website prices vary a lot. Learn the 6 main factors that drive the cost of a website so you can budget with confidence.
“How much does a website cost?” is the first question we hear in almost every consultation. The honest answer: it depends on what you need. A one-page promo site is very different from an online store that takes payments. Here are the six factors that matter most.
1. Type of website
A landing page (one page, one goal) is the fastest and most affordable option — it can be live in 3 days. A company profile has several pages such as about, services and contact. E-commerce needs a product catalogue, cart and payments, so it takes more time and budget.
2. Custom design or template
Templates are cheaper, but your site may look like thousands of others. A custom design is made for your brand and structured so visitors can easily take action, like messaging you on WhatsApp.
3. Number of pages and content
More pages mean more design and writing. Have your product photos, logo and basic copy ready early to keep the project moving.
4. Features and integrations
- A payment gateway to accept online payments
- WhatsApp, form or CRM integrations
- Multiple languages (for example Indonesian and English)
- A blog or articles section for SEO
5. SEO and analytics
A website nobody can find on Google isn't doing its job. Make sure the quote includes SEO basics, Google Analytics and Google Search Console. At Kilau Labs, all three come with every website project.
6. Domain, hosting and maintenance
On top of the build, plan for yearly domain and hosting fees, plus optional maintenance for content updates and security.