The cost of a website can range from a few hundred to several thousand euros. That difference is not only about who builds it: it mostly reflects what the website needs to do, the content that needs to be prepared and the level of support involved.
A website that simply presents a business does not have the same needs as a multilingual website, an online store or a website connected to a booking tool.
At BeFound Studio, a very simple first web page can start at €350. For a professional website designed around your business, a more typical budget is between €1,200 and €3,000, depending on the project.
Website pricing at a glance
| Type of project | Indicative build budget | What it may include |
|---|---|---|
| Essential one-page website | Starting at €350 | One very simple page, created using your existing copy, visuals and brand identity. It presents the essentials of your business and makes it easy to get in touch. |
| Starter website | Around €800–€1,200 | A small, clear website to introduce your business, with a simple structure, a few pages or sections, a polished mobile version and an easy way to get in touch. |
| Custom business website | Around €1,200–€3,000 | A website shaped around your business, customers and visual identity: service pages, well-structured content, a contact form, essential SEO foundations and a handover session. |
| More comprehensive or evolving website | Around €2,500–€6,000 and above | More pages, several languages, a content strategy, a redesign with migration, bookings, a product catalogue, integrations or features adapted to the way your business works. |
| Online store | Starting at around €3,000 | Product catalogue, cart, payment, delivery or collection, order emails, essential pages and guidance on managing the shop. |
These ranges can overlap. A small, well-prepared website may take less time than a three-page website with two languages, copywriting, and a booking tool to integrate.
What “starting at €350” actually means
The €350 price is a very specific starting point. It is not the usual price for every kind of website.
It is suitable for a business that already has the essentials: a visual identity, short written copy, ready-to-use images and a simple offer to present.
It is a one-page website, with no complex features, no full copywriting, no translation and no bespoke payment or booking system. Its purpose is simple: to help someone who discovers your business understand what you do and get in touch easily.
As soon as a project requires several pages, more in-depth content planning, new photography, a bilingual version, bookings, an online store or specific integrations, a tailored quote is needed.
What affects the cost of a website?
The number of pages matters, but it is not the only factor. The following usually have the greatest impact on the budget:
- Content preparation: structuring or writing copy, selecting images, new photography, product descriptions, portfolios or testimonials.
- Visual identity: a website can build on an existing identity or require a more complete visual direction.
- Languages: an English or multilingual version requires content, translations and page structures to be planned for each language.
- Features: appointment scheduling, bookings, quote requests, product catalogues, online payments, client areas or connections to tools your business already uses.
- Online selling: products, variations, stock, delivery, collection, payment, order emails and the legal information required for distance selling.
- Redesigning an existing website: recovering content, redirects, protecting existing search visibility, removing outdated pages or moving to a new platform.
- The level of independence you want: some businesses want to update their site regularly themselves; others prefer to delegate future changes.
The point is not to add features for the sake of it. It is to choose what genuinely helps your future customers understand, contact, book or buy from your business.
What is usually included in the website build?
The exact scope always depends on the quote, but a website project may include:
- discussing your needs and priorities;
- planning the page structure and visitor journey;
- applying your visual identity to the design;
- a polished version for mobile and desktop;
- adding the copy and visuals provided or created for the project;
- a contact form or other useful calls to action;
- essential technical foundations for Google;
- checks before launch;
- a handover session once the website is live.
A clear quote should state what is included: number of pages, languages, content, revision rounds, features, launch and support.
Costs to plan for in addition to the build
The cost of creating a website does not automatically cover every cost required to keep it online. Unless your quote says otherwise, the following are charged separately, usually directly in the business’s name.
Domain name
A domain name is your website address, for example mybusiness.fr.
For a .fr domain name, you would usually budget around €5–€15 per year, depending on the provider. It is best for it to be registered in your business’s name: you remain the owner even if you change provider in the future.
Hosting
Hosting is the technical space that keeps your website accessible online.
For a small business website, basic plans often start at around €5 per month. The cost increases according to the technology used, traffic, performance requirements, backups or the needs of an online store.
For a small business, it is sensible to set aside a separate yearly budget for hosting and the domain name. The exact cost depends on the solution chosen and is confirmed before launch.
Maintenance and future updates
A website needs care over time: updates, security, backups, occasional fixes and future content changes.
Maintenance is not automatically included in the build price unless it is clearly listed in the quote. It can be arranged as occasional support or as ongoing care, depending on your needs.
External tools and subscriptions
Some features rely on third-party services, which may have their own subscription or transaction costs:
- appointment scheduling or booking tools;
- ecommerce platforms;
- online payment fees;
- email marketing tools;
- premium themes, plugins or specialist services;
- professional translation;
- stock photography, illustrations or licensed content.
These are not hidden costs. They should be identified before the project starts, so that the tools chosen suit both your business and your budget.
What about an online store or booking website?
An online store is not simply a website with a “buy” button. It needs to manage products, prices, variations, payments, delivery or collection, confirmation emails and the legal information required for online selling.
Likewise, a website with booking or appointment scheduling may simply integrate a tool your business already uses, or it may require more detailed setup depending on your availability, services, booking rules and payment process.
That is why these projects are quoted around the way your business actually works.
How should you compare two quotes?
Before comparing only the final price, check:
- how many pages are included;
- who prepares the copy, photography and translations;
- whether the website is designed for mobile;
- whether the domain name and hosting are included or separate;
- whether you keep ownership of your accounts and access;
- whether maintenance is included, optional or not offered;
- whether booking, payment or ecommerce tools have separate subscriptions;
- what is planned for launch and handover;
- what happens if you need an extra page or feature later.
A lower-cost website can be completely right for a simple need. A more comprehensive website may be more worthwhile if it saves time, makes bookings easier or genuinely helps your business attract better clients.
Let’s talk about your project
The right budget is not necessarily the highest one. It is the one that fits your business, your goals and the stage you are currently at.
Whether you have a clear project in mind, an existing website to improve or simply need help understanding what would be useful, let’s have a straightforward conversation.
*VAT not applicable, Article 293 B of the French General Tax Code.