The short answer
A professionally built website in the Philippines usually costs between ₱50,000 and ₱500,000 or more in 2026. A basic 5–10 page business website built by an agency typically falls between ₱100,000 and ₱250,000. On top of the build cost, you should budget for yearly running costs such as your domain, hosting and maintenance.
The range is wide because “a website” can mean very different things. A five-page site that lists your services and a phone number is a different project from an online store with payments, delivery options and inventory. This guide explains what each type usually costs, what changes the price, and how to get a quote you can compare fairly.
Website cost by type
The table below shows typical build costs reported by Philippine agencies in 2026. Your actual quote depends on your scope and on who builds it.
| Website type | What it usually includes | Typical build cost (₱) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic business website | 5–10 pages: home, about, services, contact; mobile-friendly; contact form | 100,000 – 250,000 (agency-built) |
| Custom-designed business website | Custom design, more pages, content writing, user-experience planning | Around 300,000 and up |
| E-commerce website | Product catalog, cart, online payments, delivery options | About 300,000 (Shopify) to 600,000+ (custom platform) |
| Custom web system or portal | User accounts, dashboards, booking or quoting tools, integrations | 500,000+ |
Template-based sites built by a freelancer, or sites you build yourself on a website builder, can cost much less. The trade-off is usually less custom design, fewer features, and more work for you.
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What affects the price
Page count matters, but it is rarely the biggest factor. These six things usually have more effect on your quote.
1. Design: template or custom
A template gives you a ready-made layout that is adjusted with your logo, colors and photos. A custom design is planned and drawn for your business from the start. Custom design takes more hours, so it costs more, but it fits your brand and content better.
2. Features and functionality
A contact form is simple. Online booking, payment processing, member logins, product filters, quotation calculators and connections to other software (such as a CRM or accounting system) each add development and testing time. Features are often the main reason two “10-page websites” have very different prices.
3. Content: who writes it and who supplies photos
Someone has to write the text for every page and provide photos. If you supply finished content, the cost is lower. If the developer writes the copy, takes or sources photos, or translates content, that work is added to the quote. Late content is also one of the most common causes of project delays.
4. SEO and GEO setup
A basic website may include only page titles and descriptions. A search-ready website also includes keyword research, a clear page structure, structured data (schema), speed optimization and Google Search Console setup. GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) adds content formatted so AI tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews can understand and cite it. More setup means a higher build cost, but less fixing later.
5. Platform
WordPress is common in the Philippines because it is flexible and easy for owners to edit. Shopify is often used for online stores. Fully custom-coded platforms cost the most and are usually only needed for complex systems.
6. Who builds it
A solo freelancer, a small agency and a large agency will quote the same project differently, because they include different levels of planning, design, testing and support. For reference, Philippine web designers charge roughly ₱600–₱1,500 per hour at a basic level and ₱1,500–₱4,400 per hour at an expert level.
Yearly running costs
The build cost is paid once. A website also has costs every year. Ask any developer to list these separately in the quote.
| Item | What it is | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name | Your web address, e.g., yourbusiness.com or yourbusiness.ph | A .ph domain is about US$41–55 per year (roughly ₱2,400–₱3,200); a .com usually costs less |
| Web hosting | The server that stores and delivers your website | About ₱1,200–₱6,000 per year for shared hosting; more for faster or dedicated servers |
| SSL certificate | The padlock and “https” that secure your site | Often free with hosting; paid certificates cost extra |
| Premium plugins or themes | Paid tools such as Elementor Pro, form or booking plugins | Varies by plugin; most are billed yearly |
| Maintenance | Software updates, backups, security checks and small edits | Monthly or yearly retainer, or per request |
Note: peso amounts for the .ph domain are approximate conversions from US dollar prices and change with the exchange rate.
Skipping maintenance is a common way to lose money later. An outdated WordPress site is more likely to be hacked or to break after an update, and repairs usually cost more than regular maintenance would have.
Website builder, freelancer or agency?
Each option fits a different situation.
Do it yourself with a website builder. Tools like Wix, Squarespace or Shopify let you build a site with a monthly subscription. This is the lowest upfront cost. It suits very small businesses with simple needs and the time to do the work. The limits are design flexibility, SEO control, and the time it takes you.
Hire a freelancer. A good freelancer can build a solid template-based or lightly customized site at a lower price than an agency. Check their portfolio, ask who handles updates after launch, and make sure you will own the domain, hosting account and website files.
Hire an agency. An agency usually includes planning, custom design, content help, SEO setup, testing and ongoing support. It costs more, but it suits businesses that need a website to bring in inquiries, have more complex features, or want one team responsible for the whole project.
Whichever you choose, make sure the domain and hosting are registered in your business’s name, not the developer’s.
How to get an accurate quote
Quotes are easier to compare when every developer prices the same scope. Before you ask for quotes, prepare the following:
- A page list. Write down the pages you need, for example Home, About, Services, Portfolio, Blog and Contact.
- A feature list. List what the site must do: contact form, booking, online payment, chat button, newsletter sign-up.
- Your content status. Say whether you will supply the text and photos or need them written and sourced.
- Two or three example websites. Show sites you like and explain what you like about each one.
- Your budget range and deadline. A range helps the developer suggest what fits instead of guessing.
When the quotes arrive, check that each one states:
- What is included and what is not
- How many rounds of revisions are included
- The timeline and payment schedule
- Yearly costs (domain, hosting, plugins, maintenance)
- Who owns the website, domain and accounts after launch
- What support is available after launch, and its cost
A lower quote that leaves out content, SEO setup or maintenance can end up costing more once those items are added.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a basic website cost in the Philippines?
A basic 5–10 page business website built by an agency typically costs ₱100,000 to ₱250,000 in 2026. Template-based sites from freelancers or website builders can cost less.
How much does an online store cost in the Philippines?
An e-commerce website usually starts at around ₱300,000 on Shopify and can reach ₱600,000 or more on a custom platform, depending on payments, delivery options and product setup.
Are there yearly costs after the website is built?
Yes. You pay yearly for your domain and hosting, and usually for premium plugins and maintenance. Hosting alone is about ₱1,200 to ₱6,000 per year for shared plans.
Why do quotes for the same website vary so much?
Quotes differ because they include different amounts of design, content writing, SEO setup, testing and support. Compare what each quote includes, not only the total.
How long does it take to build a website?
A basic business website usually takes [4–6] weeks from approved plan to launch. Larger sites and online stores take longer.
Get a quote for your website
If you’d like a clear, itemized quote, Spindiv Kinetics offers a free 30-minute consultation. We’ll review what your website needs and send a quote that lists the build cost and yearly costs separately.
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