PRICING · HOW IT WORKS
Two ways to pay.
The same service.
Every Ardaic website includes the same thing: a custom-designed, fully managed site we build, host, secure, optimise, and keep updated for you. You never touch a line of code, worry about hosting, or chase a developer for a small change. The only decision is how you'd like to pay — and both options get you exactly the same care.
Flat monthly
One predictable price. Everything included. Nothing upfront. Flat Monthly rolls your entire website — design, build, hosting, security, SEO, management, and support — into a single monthly payment. There's no large invoice at the start and no separate bills arriving later.
This is the option most businesses choose, because it turns a website from a big one-time project into a manageable monthly cost — the same way you'd budget for any other essential service.
What's included, every month
- ✓Custom design and build (no separate build fee)
- ✓Fast, secure hosting
- ✓SSL certificate, daily backups, security patching & uptime monitoring
- ✓Ongoing search engine optimisation (SEO)
- ✓Regular content & design updates — we make the changes, you just ask
- ✓Performance tuning and analytics reviews
- ✓Priority support when you need us
About the 24-month minimum term
Because we do the full build at the start and recover the cost across your payments — it's what makes the plan possible with nothing upfront. After 24 months, nothing changes and nothing increases. Your plan simply continues month-to-month at the same price, for as long as it's working for you.
Buyout option — you're never trapped
At any point during the minimum term, you can choose to buy out: pay the remaining build cost (which gets smaller every month) and the site is yours. Clean break, full handover of everything.
Upfront + retainer
Own the build from day one. Smaller monthly after that. You pay once for the design and build, then a smaller monthly retainer covers everything that keeps it running and growing — hosting, security, SEO, management, and updates.
This option suits businesses that have the budget to invest in the build now and would like the lowest possible ongoing cost. Because you've paid for the build, the site is yours immediately and there's no minimum term on the retainer.
The upfront covers
- ✓Custom design and build of your complete site
- ✓Everything ready to launch — yours from day one
The monthly retainer covers
- ✓Fast, secure hosting
- ✓SSL certificate, daily backups, security patching & uptime monitoring
- ✓Ongoing SEO
- ✓Regular content & design updates
- ✓Performance tuning and analytics reviews
- ✓Priority support
No minimum term
Because you already own the build, you can pause or cancel the retainer anytime. Full codebase handover, migration off our hosting, documentation included. No exit fee, no drama.
Choosing
Which option is right for you?
- →︎You'd rather not pay a large amount upfront
- →︎You like one predictable monthly cost
- →︎You want the simplest possible arrangement — everything handled, one payment
- →︎You have the budget to invest in the build now
- →︎You'd prefer the smallest possible ongoing monthly cost
- →︎You want full flexibility to adjust or cancel the service later
Either way, you get the same website and the same level of care. If you're not sure which fits, just ask — we'll talk it through honestly based on your situation, not push you toward one or the other.
Plans & Pricing
The tiers in detail
Launch
For businesses that just need a clean, professional single-page presence online.
A focused, fast-loading page that covers the essentials — who you are, what you do, how to reach you. Ideal for sole traders, early-stage businesses, or anyone starting out without the need for multiple pages yet.
- ✓1 custom-designed page
- ✓Mobile responsive build
- ✓Contact form, click-to-call & WhatsApp buttons
- ✓Google Business Profile setup
- ✓Google Maps integration
- ✓Fast-loading design & SSL security
- ✓Hosting, security & daily backups included
Flat Monthly
$65/mo
Everything included — nothing upfront, 24-month minimum
Upfront + Retainer
$600 once + $44/mo
Need more than a page or two? Starter gives you up to five pages and fuller local SEO.
Get started with LaunchStarter
For new or small businesses that need a professional online presence.
A clean, fast, professional website that establishes your business online and makes it easy for customers to find and contact you. Ideal for trades, local services, and anyone who needs a strong, simple presence without ongoing marketing complexity.
- ✓Up to 5 custom-designed pages
- ✓Mobile responsive build
- ✓Contact form, click-to-call & WhatsApp buttons
- ✓Google Business Profile setup & local SEO
- ✓Social media links & Google Maps integration
- ✓Fast-loading design & SSL security
- ✓Basic copy guidance
Flat Monthly
$110/mo
Upfront + Retainer
$1,500 once + $69/mo
Professional
For businesses ready to generate leads and convert more customers.
Everything in Starter, built into a site designed to actively bring in business — structured for search, set up to capture leads, and tuned to convert visitors into enquiries.
Everything in Starter, plus:
- ✓Up to 10 custom-designed pages
- ✓Conversion-focused layout
- ✓Lead capture forms
- ✓Advanced on-page SEO
- ✓Google Analytics setup
- ✓Speed optimisation
- ✓Blog setup
- ✓Testimonials & FAQ sections
- ✓Service landing pages
Flat Monthly
$215/mo
Upfront + Retainer
$2,800 once + $105/mo
Premium
For businesses that want a high-performance digital sales machine.
Everything in Professional, scaled into a sophisticated site with advanced functionality, deeper SEO, and ongoing optimisation work to keep improving results over time.
Everything in Professional, plus:
- ✓Up to 25 pages with custom design & animations
- ✓Conversion strategy planning
- ✓Advanced UX structure
- ✓CRM integration & advanced lead capture
- ✓Advanced automation
- ✓Booking or quote system
- ✓A/B testing support & faster turnaround
Flat Monthly
$375/mo
Upfront + Retainer
$5,000 once + $160/mo
Commerce
For businesses selling online — products, bookings, or subscriptions.
Everything in Premium, built into a complete online store. Because no two e-commerce businesses are alike, Commerce is quoted individually — both payment options are always available.
Everything in Premium, plus:
- ✓Full e-commerce store setup (Shopify, WooCommerce, or custom)
- ✓Up to 500 products, assisted setup
- ✓Payment gateway integration (Stripe, PayFast, PayPal & more)
- ✓Shopping cart & checkout optimisation
- ✓Inventory & order management system
- ✓Customer accounts & login portal
Custom
Scoped to your store
Both Flat Monthly and Upfront + Retainer available — full breakdown in your quote.
Commerce is always custom-quoted. Tell us what you're selling and how you'd like it to work — we'll put together a clear, itemised proposal with both payment options. Get a free quote →︎
Still have questions?
We'd rather have an honest conversation.
We'll walk you through exactly what your site would include and which plan makes the most sense — no pressure, no hard sell.