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How Long Does it Take to Build a Website

How long does it take to build a website? Too long, if you are in a hurry: at least 4-6 weeks if it is a small 10- or 15-page site. A time frame depends on the structure, CMS system, design, niche, contractors, procedures, etc. I started to look for an alternative solution with a minimum effort and time required for launching.

Actually, it takes from one day to three months to create a website. It is not necessary to start from scratch. If you need a landing page, it is more efficient to use WordPress (1-2 days) or site builders (1 hour if the content is ready). I tried both options for my copywriter CV, and a website builder turned out to be more convenient. Even with zero knowledge in IT, you can create a small website in a day (if you have content to fill the pages with) and easily edit content and structure in the future.

It all started with the research and resulted in the “expectation/reality” situation, or rather “web development vs. website builders.” I will focus on using the latter because of my personal positive experience.
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