Free WebsiteVSProfessional Website

Free Website vs Professional Website

Free Website

Free options such as the free WordPress.com plan, Wix Free or Google Sites, for building a site with no budget.

Pros

  • No upfront cost
  • Online quickly
  • No technical skills needed
  • Good enough for a personal project

Cons

  • Adverts forced onto your site
  • An unprofessional web address (mysite.wixsite.com)
  • Very limited features
  • Almost no SEO
Professional Website

A site built by experts, on your own domain name, with a professional design and SEO in place.

Pros

  • A professional, credible image
  • Your own domain name
  • SEO optimised so people find you on Google
  • Maximum performance and security

Cons

  • A financial investment is needed
  • One to three weeks to build
  • Hosting to budget for each year
  • Complex changes need a developer

Our verdict

A free website can damage your image and cost you customers. For 490€ with ConvertiLab you get a professional site that earns trust and brings in business. It is an investment, not an expense.

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Frequently asked questions

Can a free website still do the job?

For personal use or a quick test, yes. But for a real business, a site with forced adverts and an address like 'mycompany.wixsite.com' drives potential customers away.

Is 490€ a good investment for a website?

Absolutely. A professional site that brings in just one customer a month repays the investment many times over. It is the most profitable marketing asset there is.

Can I start free and go professional later?

You can, but you will start from scratch because free platforms do not allow an export. It is better to invest in a professional site straight away and not lose time.

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