How to Use the Pricing Calculator
The Pricing Calculator helps you quickly estimate the cost of your website project — including hosting, domain registration, add-on services, website design, and ongoing maintenance. You'll receive an itemised quote you can save, share, or export.
[Screenshot: Pricing Calculator hero section showing the "Start Your Estimate" button and sample quote card]
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
The calculator guides you through five steps. A progress bar at the top shows how far along you are, and you can go back to any previous step at any time.
Step 1 — Domain Registration
- Enter your desired domain name (e.g. mybusiness).
- Choose an extension from the dropdown (.com, .net, .org, etc.).
- Select a registration period — 1, 2, 3, or 5 years.
- Optionally enable WHOIS Privacy Protection to keep your contact details private.
Tip: If you already have a domain, leave this field blank and click Next to skip.
[Screenshot: Step 1 — domain name input with TLD dropdown and registration period selector]
Step 2 — Web Hosting
Choose a hosting plan by clicking one of the plan cards. Each card shows the plan name, description, price, and billing cycle. The selected plan is highlighted with a blue border.
[Screenshot: Step 2 — hosting plan cards with one selected (highlighted in blue)]
Step 3 — Additional Services
Browse the list of available add-on services (e.g. SSL certificates, email hosting, backups). Tick the checkbox next to any service you'd like to include. Some add-ons may be pre-selected based on common recommendations — you can uncheck anything you don't need.
[Screenshot: Step 3 — add-on services checklist with prices]
Step 4 — Website Build & Customisation
This step has three sections:
- Website Build Tier — Select a build complexity level (e.g. Basic, Standard, Professional). Each tier shows a price range, list of features, and an "Ideal for" label.
- Build & Brand Services — Use the tabs (CMS Setup, Custom Modules, Branding, SEO) to browse and select individual services.
- Ongoing Maintenance — Choose a maintenance plan level to keep your site updated and secure after launch.
[Screenshot: Step 4 — website build tier cards and Build & Brand tabbed sections]
Step 5 — Review & Save Your Quote
The final step displays a full summary of every item you've selected, grouped by one-time costs and recurring costs. This is also where you can save and share your quote.
The Quote Summary Sidebar
As you work through each step, a live summary sidebar on the right side of the screen keeps a running total of your selections. On mobile, tap the summary bar at the bottom to expand it.
The sidebar shows:
- Itemised one-time costs
- Itemised recurring costs (annual)
- Tax (if applicable to your country)
- Estimated Grand Total
Saving and Sharing Your Quote
On the final step you'll find four options:
| Action | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Save Quote | Saves your quote and generates a unique shareable link. A confirmation popup shows your Quote ID and a link you can bookmark. |
| Copy Link | Copies the shareable quote URL to your clipboard so you can paste it anywhere. |
| Export PDF | Opens a branded PDF version of your quote in a new tab. Great for printing or attaching to proposals. |
| Email Quote | Enter an email address and your default mail client opens with a pre-filled message containing your full quote summary, a link to view it online, and a PDF download link. |
You can also export your quote as CSV or JSON for use in spreadsheets or other tools.
Loading a Saved Quote
When you or someone else opens a saved quote link (e.g. /pricing-calculator.php?quote=XXXXXXXX), the calculator automatically restores all your previous selections so you can review or modify them.
Currency and Tax
The calculator automatically displays prices in your detected currency. Tax is applied based on your country profile — if applicable, the tax amount and label (e.g. "VAT", "GST") appear in the summary sidebar and on all exports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the quote a binding price?No. The calculator provides an estimate based on current pricing and your selections. Final pricing is confirmed when you place an order or speak with our team.
Do I need an account to use the calculator?No. The Pricing Calculator is available to everyone — no login required.
Can I go back and change my selections?Yes. Use the Back button or click any completed step in the progress bar to return to it. Your selections are preserved.
Can I skip steps I don't need?Yes. Each step is optional — leave fields blank or make no selection, then click Next to continue.
Still Need Help?
If you have questions about your estimate or need help choosing the right services, open a support ticket and our team will be happy to assist.
