Quick answer: A basic 4-page website in the Philippines costs ₱8,000 – ₱15,000. A standard business site with gallery and booking runs ₱15,000 – ₱30,000. Full-service packages with domain, hosting, and maintenance start at ₱25,000.
"How much does a website cost in the Philippines?" is one of the most-asked questions we get from Filipino entrepreneurs and small business owners. The honest answer: it depends on a few key factors — and this guide breaks all of them down clearly.
Whether you're a resort owner in Zambales, a startup launching your first product in Metro Manila, or a small business owner who's tired of losing customers to competitors with better websites — the right investment depends on your goals, not just your budget.
Website Price Summary in the Philippines
| Type | Typical Price | Delivery | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Site | ₱8,000 – ₱15,000 | 5–7 days | New businesses, solo entrepreneurs |
| Standard Business Site | ₱15,000 – ₱30,000 | 7–14 days | Resorts, restaurants, service businesses |
| Premium / Full-Service | ₱25,000 – ₱50,000 | 2–4 weeks | Established businesses, booking-heavy sites |
| Agency / Custom App | ₱100,000+ | 1–3 months | Enterprises, complex custom platforms |
Why Website Costs Vary So Much in the Philippines
Two businesses can receive wildly different quotes for what sounds like "the same website." Here's why:
Who Builds It
A freelance web developer in the Philippines is typically the most cost-effective option — rates vary widely depending on experience, scope, and what's included. A web development agency usually costs significantly more due to team overhead and account management layers. A DIY website builder like Wix or Squarespace costs less upfront but limits your design freedom, page speed, and SEO potential — often costing more in the long run.
Features and Page Count
Every additional feature — an online booking form, a photo gallery with 30+ images, a product catalog, or a live chat widget — adds hours of development time. More pages mean more work. A 4-page company profile site is a fundamentally different project from a 20-page e-commerce shop.
Design Complexity
Custom-designed websites cost more than sites adapted from templates. But custom usually delivers better business results: your brand stands out, conversion rates tend to be higher, and your site doesn't look like every other WordPress theme in your industry.
Timeline
Standard delivery is 1–3 weeks. Rush delivery (under 5 days) often carries a 20–30% premium. If you're not in a hurry, you save money and give the developer more time to polish the result.
Pricing Breakdown by Package Type
Starter Websites — ₱8,000 to ₱15,000
A starter site is the right first website for most new Filipino businesses. You get a 4-page custom website — Home, About, Services/Rates, and Contact — that's mobile-responsive, loads fast, and looks professional enough to win trust.
What's typically included:
- Custom design (not a recycled template)
- 4 pages optimized for mobile and desktop
- Contact form connected to your email
- Basic on-page SEO — titles, descriptions, Google indexing
- Google Business Profile setup
- 1 round of revisions
What's NOT included (ask about these separately):
- Domain name — ₱500 – ₱1,500/year
- Web hosting — ₱599 – ₱1,499/month
- Advanced features (booking forms, galleries, e-commerce)
At Verto Uno, our Starter package is ₱8,000 one-time with 5–7 day delivery — including Google Business setup and basic SEO. See exactly what's included →
Standard Business Websites — ₱15,000 to ₱30,000
The standard tier is the sweet spot for most Filipino small businesses — especially resorts, restaurants, clinics, and service companies that want to take online bookings or showcase a photo gallery.
Added over the Starter tier:
- 6+ pages (Gallery, Amenities, Testimonials, and more)
- Advanced booking or inquiry form
- Photo gallery (up to 30 images)
- Google Search Console integration
- Facebook Pixel integration
- Social media links and integration
- 2 rounds of revisions
Premium / Full-Service Packages — ₱25,000 to ₱50,000
Premium packages handle everything — you hand over the project, and it launches fully ready to go. No separate domain purchase, no hunting for a hosting provider, no guessing about SSL certificates.
Added over Standard:
- 8+ fully custom pages
- Domain registration (1 year included)
- Managed hosting (1 year included)
- SSL certificate (HTTPS padlock)
- Cloudflare CDN for faster loading anywhere in the Philippines
- Google Analytics setup
- Monthly maintenance
- Priority support — 24-hour response
- 3 rounds of revisions
Agency / Custom Web Apps — ₱100,000 and Up
Large agencies and custom development studios charge ₱100,000 to ₱500,000+ for enterprise websites, custom dashboards, inventory systems, or complex e-commerce platforms. The team is bigger, the timeline longer, and the scope wider. For most Filipino SMBs and startups, this tier is unnecessary — and the budget is better spent on marketing and operations.
What's Included in Most Website Quotes
When comparing quotes from different developers, these are the core components that should always be in the price — ask if they're missing:
- Design and development — the layout, pages, and code
- Mobile responsiveness — works properly on phones, tablets, and desktops
- Contact form — sends inquiries directly to your email
- Basic SEO setup — page titles, meta descriptions, and Google indexing
- Launch support — deploying to a server and testing before go-live
Always ask for an itemized scope of work before paying any downpayment. A professional developer will provide this in writing without hesitation.
Hidden Costs to Watch Out For
These are the expenses that most commonly surprise first-time website buyers in the Philippines:
Domain Name
Your .com or .ph web address is registered and renewed
separately from the website itself. Budget ₱700 – ₱3,000 per year
depending on the extension. Always ask whether the domain is included in your quote.
Web Hosting
Hosting is what keeps your website live and accessible 24/7. Monthly plans start at around ₱599/month. Annual plans can save 15–25%. Always clarify whether hosting is included in your developer's quote — it often isn't in lower-priced packages.
Ongoing Maintenance
Websites need updates over time — plugin updates, content changes, security patches, and bug fixes. If your developer doesn't include maintenance, budget ₱500 – ₱1,500/month for a basic retainer, or handle it yourself if you're comfortable.
Content Writing
Most web developers design and build — they don't write your copy. If you need someone to write your About page, service descriptions, or blog posts, that's usually billed separately by a content writer. Rates vary depending on the writer's experience and the type of content required.
Freelancer vs. Agency: Which Is Better Value?
| Factor | Freelancer | Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | Varies by scope and experience | Typically starts at ₱50,000+ |
| Turnaround | 1–4 weeks | 1–3 months |
| Communication | Direct — you talk to the builder | Account manager layer |
| Flexibility | High — easy to adjust scope | Lower — contract-driven |
| Post-launch support | Personal relationship | Ticket-based system |
For most Filipino small businesses and startups, a trusted freelance web developer offers better value: direct communication, faster delivery, lower cost, and the same quality output — without the agency markup.
What Verto Uno Charges for Web Development
We offer three transparent, one-time packages built specifically for Filipino startups and small businesses — with no hidden fees and no offshore handoffs:
- Starter — ₱8,000 one-time: 4-page custom website, 5–7 day delivery, Google Business setup, basic SEO
- Standard — ₱15,000 one-time: 6 pages with booking form, photo gallery, SEO setup, and Google Search Console integration
- Premium — ₱25,000 one-time: 8 pages, domain + hosting included, SSL, Cloudflare CDN, Google Analytics, and monthly maintenance
No monthly lock-ins. No surprise fees. You work directly with one developer who picks up the phone when you need help. See the full pricing breakdown →
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Get a Free QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Is ₱8,000 really enough for a professional website in the Philippines?
Yes, for a 4-page business site. It will be mobile-responsive, load fast, and show up on Google. It won't include e-commerce or a booking system, but it's a solid starting point for most new businesses in the Philippines.
How much does a .ph domain cost?
A .ph domain costs approximately ₱1,500 – ₱3,000 per year. A .com domain runs ₱700 – ₱1,200 per year through most registrars. Some web development packages include domain registration for the first year.
Can I pay for a website in installments?
Most Filipino web developers accept GCash or Maya and require a 50% downpayment to start work, with the remaining 50% due on launch day. Always get this payment schedule in writing before any work begins.
Does my website need hosting?
Yes — every website needs a server to live on. Hosting costs ₱599 – ₱1,499 per month, or ₱5,990 – ₱14,990 per year depending on the plan. Premium packages often include hosting for the first year, so always check before signing.
How do I know if I'm getting a fair price?
Get 2–3 quotes and ask each developer for an itemized scope of work — not just a single total number. Be cautious of prices under ₱5,000 (usually template-only or offshore work with poor support) and of vague proposals with no clear deliverables listed.