Frequently asked
Cost, timeline, and what you actually receive
These are the questions almost every project begins with. The answers are short and direct — if yours is not here, write it in the project form.
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How much does a custom website cost?
- Cost depends on the scope of the project, not the number of pages. A single landing page and a multi-section store are worlds apart. In the project form you pick a budget range, and I put together a realistic proposal on that basis.
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How long does a website take?
- A custom site usually takes four to twelve weeks. The exact figure depends on the scope and on how quickly your content is ready. You can state the timeline you have in mind in the project form, and if it is tighter than is reasonable, I will say so up front.
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What is the difference between a custom site and a template?
- A template is a pre-built design that your content is poured into; a custom site is written from zero around your brand. Templates are faster and cheaper, but they look like thousands of other sites and usually carry extra code that slows the page down. The table below sets out the differences.
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Do I own the code after delivery?
- Yes. The full code, design files and project assets are handed over once the invoice is settled, and they are entirely yours. You are not locked into any panel or subscription of mine — you can move the site to any host, or hand it to any other developer later.
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Do you work with WordPress, or code from scratch?
- Both, whichever you prefer — but they really are different. Coding from scratch means the site is built precisely around your brand and loads only what it uses; WordPress means it goes live sooner and you can update the content yourself. Which one is right depends on your project, and we talk it through at the start.
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How do you use AI on a project?
- As a tool, not as a substitute for design judgement. I use it to reach visual options faster, to generate imagery on concept projects, and to speed up repetitive parts of the code. Design decisions, structure and final quality are still reviewed and controlled by hand.
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Will the site work properly on mobile?
- Yes, and it starts with mobile rather than treating it as a step tacked on at the end. Every section is tested at real screen sizes, and animations stay light on weaker devices. Load speed is part of the delivery, not a separate service.
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Is the site delivered ready for SEO?
- Yes. URL structure, per-page titles and descriptions, heading hierarchy, structured data, the sitemap and the robots file are all written correctly from the start. That is the technical foundation; ranking for competitive terms also takes content and time, and I do not promise it.
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Is there support after delivery?
- Yes. There is a support window after delivery for fixing issues and minor adjustments, and I state its length in the initial proposal. Larger changes or new sections are arranged separately, as a small project of their own.
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Do you only work in Tehran?
- No. I am based in Tehran, but projects run remotely, with clients across Iran and beyond. The whole process — from the first brief to delivery — works without a single in-person meeting. If you are in Tehran and would rather meet in person, we can arrange that.
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How does working together start?
- With the project form. You describe the project in five short sections — contact, business, budget and timeline, project details, and confirmation. I review it and get back to you within two working days. Once submitted you receive a tracking code you can use to check the status.
Comparison
Template or built from scratch
Neither is inherently better; it depends on which one your project needs.
| Criterion | Template | Custom-built |
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| Time to deliver | A few days to two weeks | Four to twelve weeks |
| Upfront cost | Lower | Higher |
| Resemblance to others | High — others run the same template | None — it is only yours |
| Site speed | Carries a lot of unused code | Only what is actually used |
| Room to change | Limited to what the template allows | Whatever the project needs |
| Code ownership | Bound by the template licence | Complete, and yours |
| Best suited to | Getting started fast on a limited budget | A brand whose distinction matters |
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