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How much do websites cost?

I want to start threads on certain forums and make websites for them. Pretty high quality/high end. I've been Googling so far, but prizes are outragous (4000-12000 dollars sometimes). If I may ask, I'd call 2 different types of requests, could you tell me what would you have asked for such order? (assuming West-european)

1: 4HTML pages linked towards each other. Logo design (which took about 3 days to finish). No real PHP system file.
2: Advanced website. With commentary/login/admin system. Logo design (which took about 3 days to finish). User friendly panel (not sharp - it won't be pesky on input mistakes). Website optimization (by performance). Mobile support/all browsers support. "Hacking" protected (cookies/decryption/session/SQL_injection and stuff)

After re-reading thread >>> For total insurance, I'm wanting to make websites, not buy them.

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Practical, task-driven way to price the two project types mentioned by . Replies like those from and give quick ballparks, but a defensible quote comes from breaking work into concrete tasks, estimating hours for each, and adding margin for risk, taxes and ongoing support.

Example task breakdowns (hours are broad ranges to illustrate scope):

  • Small static site (4 pages + logo + responsive): discovery, content plan, logo iterations, HTML/CSS, responsive tweaks, image prep, cross-browser testing, deployment and handover — roughly 18–60 hours total depending on polish and revisions.
  • Advanced site (login, comments, admin, performance and security): specification, UI/UX, frontend, backend/auth, database design, admin panel, security hardening, automated tests, performance tuning, documentation, deployment and monitoring — typically 120–350+ hours depending on complexity, integrations and QA requirements.

How to turn hours into a quote: choose an hourly rate that reflects market and experience, multiply by estimated hours, add a contingency (10–25% for unclear requirements), and include separate line items for hosting, third‑party services, and ongoing maintenance or SLA. Offer milestone payments and a clear change-request process so scope creep doesn’t erode profitability.

Proposal checklist to include in every quote:

  • exact deliverables and acceptance criteria
  • supported browsers/devices and performance targets
  • number of design revisions included
  • security responsibilities (what is included vs. extra)
  • testing scope and bug-fix window after launch
  • payment schedule, VAT/tax treatment, maintenance options

Security caveat: no site is “unhackable.” Include secure coding practices (prepared statements, proper password hashing, HTTPS, CSRF protection, input validation), backups and logging; offer an optional code review or penetration test as an add-on. Creating two repeatable packages (basic and advanced) speeds quoting and helps clients compare value.

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It depends on the amount of experience you have and the quality of the work. I would say maybe $500 for the first and $2500 for the second.

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I have about 5 years in experience, it doesn't mean that I knew everything 5 years ago. But I had many issues on websites and kept either changing code 'til it worked or done something that always worked.

The prices you've posted. Are these the minimal, mediocre or "highest"?

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I think tt depends on what company you select to do this task for you....

commented: I am one making website I stated it very very clearly. +0
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