Blog.
Notes from the workbench. Web development, small-business websites, and the occasional unsolicited opinion.
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Cost of a Shopify website (UK 2026): agency build vs DIY
What a Shopify website really costs in 2026, broken down honestly. DIY-with-help vs agency-built. The hidden costs each route adds, when Shopify makes sense, and when it doesn't.
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What affects website design costs? The 6 factors UK agencies calculate
The six factors UK agencies calculate to quote your website design. Page complexity, design tier, content, integrations, CMS, and migration baggage — and how each moves the price up or down.
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How much does a small business website cost in the UK?
Real bands for UK SMB websites in 2026 — from £100/yr DIY to £30,000+ for complex e-commerce. With the factors that actually drive your quote.