Glossboss Websites vs. hiring a freelancer.

A good freelancer can build a nice site. The question is what happens after launch day. Here's the honest difference.

Side by side

 Typical freelancerGlossboss Websites
PriceOne project fee, sometimes cheaper upfrontA low setup fee, then monthly
After launchThe project ends; changes are billed by the hourHosting, updates and change hours every month
Hosting and updatesOften yours to arrange and pay forIncluded
The techOften WordPress and plugins that need updatingNothing to update, patch or log into
BookingA plugin, if you ask for itBuilt in from Stuttgart up
Launch dateDepends on their other projectsFixed, 14 days from kickoff
Local SEOVaries a lotCity pages from Stuttgart up, ranking report on Autobahn
Knows detailingDepends who you findBuilt by a detailer
Who owns the siteUsually you, code includedYour domain and content are yours; the site is licensed while you're on a plan

When a freelancer is the better pick.

If this sounds like you, go with them. We'd rather tell you now.

  • You want to own the code and host it yourself
  • You need something unusual that no detailer site does
  • You have someone who can keep the site updated after launch

More comparisons: vs. website buildersvs. a local agency

Want a site that's looked after?

Tell us about your business, and we'll keep your site fast and current, month after month.

  • Your domain, in your name
  • No yearly contract
  • Live in 14 days
  • No sales tax or VAT added