It’s great you’re looking to build a website for your small business! Having an online presence is crucial these days. Here’s a breakdown of how you can create a website and what expenses you can expect:

How to Create a Website:

There are several ways to create a website, each with varying levels of technical skill required:

1. Website Builders (Easiest): Platforms like Wix, Squarespace, GoDaddy Website Builder, and Shopify (for e-commerce) offer drag-and-drop interfaces, making it easy to create a website without coding. They provide templates, hosting, and often domain registration in one package.

2. Content Management Systems (CMS) (More Control): WordPress is the most popular CMS. It offers more flexibility and customization than website builders but requires a bit more technical knowledge or the help of a developer. You’ll need to find web hosting and a domain name separately.

3. Coding (Most Control, Requires Expertise): If you or someone on your team knows HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and potentially backend languages like PHP or Python, you can build a website from scratch. This offers the most control but is the most time-consuming and technically demanding.

Expenses Required:

Website costs can vary significantly depending on the method you choose and the features you need:

• Domain Name: ₹500 – ₹1500 per year (e.g., yourbusiness.com)
• Web Hosting: ₹1000 – ₹10,000+ per year (depending on storage, bandwidth, and features)
• Website Builder Subscription: ₹500 – ₹2000+ per month (depending on the plan and features)
• WordPress Theme: Free – ₹10,000+ (for premium themes with advanced features)
• WordPress Plugins: Free – ₹5,000+ per plugin (for added functionality like SEO, contact forms, etc.)
• Professional Website Design/Development: ₹10,000 – ₹1,00,000+ (depending on the complexity of the project)

Recommendations:

• For simple websites (brochure style, basic information): A website builder is a great option. It’s affordable and easy to use.
• For more complex websites (blogs, e-commerce, custom features): WordPress is a good choice, but you might consider hiring a developer for setup and customization.

Regarding professional help:

I’d like to recommend Amaan Ahmad, a skilled website developer at the Centre for Information Technology. Amaan specializes in web development and has a strong understanding of creating effective and user-friendly websites. He can help you with:

• Website Design and Development: Creating a custom website tailored to your specific needs.
• WordPress Development: Building and customizing WordPress websites.
• E-commerce Solutions: Setting up online stores.
• SEO Optimization: Ensuring your website is easily found by search engines.

If you’d like to discuss your project with a professional, I can connect you with Amaan. He can provide a more accurate estimate based on your requirements.