Service Provider

Included in the price are only the development efforts to get the website running.

To do this, services such as hosting, templates, images... are required.

Hosting

Website hosting is the service that makes a website accessible on the internet. Simply put: it is the storage space on a server where your website files (texts, images, videos, code, etc.) are stored.

Here are the key points:
Server: A powerful computer that runs 24/7 and is accessible over the internet.
Domain: The address of your website (e.g., www.yoursite.com) that points to the storage space on the server.
Hosting Provider: A company that rents out storage space on its servers and often offers additional services such as email, backups, or security features.

Types of Hosting:

1. Shared Hosting: Multiple websites share a server – inexpensive but less powerful.

2. VPS (Virtual Private Server): Virtual, isolated area on a server – more control and performance.

3. Dedicated Hosting: A complete server just for your website – expensive but very powerful.

4. Cloud Hosting: Flexible resources from a network of servers – scalable and reliable.

Template Providers

A website design template is a pre-made layout for a website – it includes design elements such as:
Page structure (header, footer, navigation)
Colors, fonts, icons
Sample content (e.g., texts, images, placeholders)
Style rules (often in CSS or via a page builder)

Image Providers

Here are the best image providers for websites, designs, social media, and more – both free and paid:

Free image providers (also for commercial use)
Unsplash: High-quality, natural photos Free to use, even commercially
→ https://unsplash.com

Pexels: Wide range, also offers videos Good search functionality, free to use
→ https://pexels.com

Pixabay: Photos, illustrations, vectors, and music Free, with many styles available
→ https://pixabay.com

Freepik: Large selection of vectors, icons, and photos Partially free, many contents require attribution
→ https://freepik.com

Burst (by Shopify): Especially for entrepreneurs & online shops
→ https://burst.shopify.com

Paid image providers (high quality, commercially licensed)

Shutterstock: Very large selection, high quality Subscription or image packages
→ https://shutterstock.com

Adobe Stock: Seamlessly integrates with Adobe programs License for commercial use
→ https://stock.adobe.com

iStock (by Getty Images): Premium contents, especially for business & editorial
→ https://www.istockphoto.com

Depositphotos: Good prices for image packages
→ https://depositphotos.com

Note on Licensing: Even with free images, you should check if attribution is required or if there are specific restrictions (e.g., no use for logos).