The Real Cost of a Cheap Website (And Why It’s Not Worth It)
If it’s cheap, there’s a reason.
I once had a client who proudly said —
“We got our website made for ₹5,000.” Two months later, they were back in my inbox: “Can you fix it? It’s broken. Nothing’s working. Customers are complaining.”
This isn’t rare. It happens all the time.
Let’s break it down — honestly, practically, and without judgment.
What Does a “Cheap Website” Actually Mean?
₹3,000–₹10,000 pricing
Made in 2-3 days
Free templates, zero strategy
No SEO
No mobile optimization
No future support
It looks like a website. But it doesn’t perform like one.
Hidden Costs of a Cheap Website
1. Lost Trust = Lost Customers A slow or broken website makes you look unprofessional. People leave within seconds.
2. No SEO = No Traffic Google doesn’t rank weak websites. So even if your business is good, no one finds you.
3. Rebuild Cost Later You’ll eventually pay double to fix it or rebuild it. I’ve seen it. I’ve fixed it. Many times.
What a Professional Website Gets You
Custom design that matches your brand
Mobile-first responsive layout
Built-in SEO
Clear call-to-action to convert visitors
Ongoing support + maintenance
Better speed, security, and user experience
Final Truth: A Website Is an Investment, Not an Expense
If your website is your digital shop, why build a broken one?
A ₹5,000 website might look like a deal — but it can cost you lakhs in lost trust, traffic, and time.