«How much does a website cost?» is probably the question freelancers and business owners ask most when making their digital leap. The honest answer is: it depends. But in this article I give you real 2026 figures, not vague ranges that don't help you decide.

The four options for having a website

1. Template + website builder (Wix, Squarespace)

Cost range: €0–€30/month. Easy to use, but with customization and SEO limitations. Ideal if your business is very small and only needs basic presence. The problem: the time you invest building the site has a real opportunity cost.

2. WordPress with premium theme

Between €500 and €2,000 initial investment (design + setup) plus €10–€20/month hosting. More flexible, but requires constant maintenance: plugin updates, security, backups... many owners end up with an outdated or hacked site.

3. Custom agency or freelancer

Range: €2,000–€15,000 depending on complexity. For a standard corporate website (5–10 pages), expect to pay €2,500–€5,000. Add hosting (€100–€300/year), domain (€10–€15/year), and maintenance (€50–€150/month if contracted separately).

4. Web renting

The web renting model is relatively new but rapidly gaining popularity. You pay a fixed monthly fee (typically €40–€100/month) that includes design, hosting, domain, SSL, maintenance, and technical support. No initial investment, no surprises.

3-year cost comparison

  • Wix/Squarespace: ~€900 (€25/month × 36)
  • Managed WordPress: ~€3,500 (site + hosting + basic maintenance)
  • Custom agency: ~€7,000 (€4,500 initial + €70/month maintenance)
  • Web renting (€49/month): ~€1,764 all-inclusive with always-updated website

What does the price really include?

Beyond the number, what matters is what you get. Ask these questions before signing up:

  • Is hosting and domain included?
  • Who handles security updates?
  • Do you have technical support when something breaks?
  • Can you easily make content changes?
  • Is it SEO-optimized from the start?

Our web renting plan from €49/month includes all of this, with no fine print. Request a free demo to see how your website could look before committing.