Determining the amount of time needed to build a Wix website with a designer
- Emily Brown
- Oct 16, 2024
- 4 min read
Updated: May 21
How long does it take to design a Wix website? It depends!
Every website design is unique, and the time required to complete a website can vary based on several factors. To clarify how the timeline for your site launch can be accelerated or extended, we have compiled key elements that can influence the schedule.
Understanding the Process: The website design process involves content organization, desktop design, functionality integrations, progress review, feedback implementation, mobile optimization, SEO, quality control, website launch, consulting, and website maintenance. It's important to complete each step of the process, no matter how many design changes are needed. Booking a 15-minute video consultation on our website is a great way to get connected and learn about how to get started.
Order of Operations: Following the order of steps recommended in the website design process can help to drive efficiency. If there’s a need to backtrack to earlier stages for new content, or if feedback is provided in multiple rounds instead of all at once—especially after the mobile optimization and SEO stages have been completed—additional time will be necessary to make edits in those areas.
Task Ownership - The web design timeline can depend on how involved you want to be with the process. The typical turnaround time for edits with a designer at Small Business Startup Solutions is within 2-4 business days for communications and updates. Clients are encouraged to participate from the start by gathering content, providing feedback, engaging in consultations and taking ownership of other tasks that they may feel confident in or want to do.
Wix Design Platform Wix Editor is a user-friendly platform that offers a straightforward way to build a website, optimized for both desktop and mobile. It’s recommended for anyone managing their site on their own to schedule a collaborative session to review best practices for effective site management. Wix Editor can achieve a modern, clean, and professional design. Wix Studio is a newer design platform tailored for developers, enabling them to build websites with advanced skills. This platform includes default design breakpoints for desktop, tablet, and mobile, along with the option to add more variations. This flexibility allows for tailored adjustments for each device, leading to a more time-intensive process with a polished and sleek design. The added complexity of optimizing your site for various screen sizes can extend the timeline.
Content Organization: Creating your content and keeping your content well-organized can simplify the website design and functionality implementation process. Storing all content and information in a shared folder allows for easy access and reference while the site is being built. Clearly labeling your content can impact the website's accessibility and SEO once it is uploaded to the site. Organizing your content can reduce unnecessary edits later by providing clear access to your project scope.
Size of the project - Websites with extensive content, products, services, functionality needs, and multiple pages may require additional time for organization, implementation, and communication.
Consulting & Communication: While web design and SEO are essential, consulting, reviews, and ongoing support can be some of the most time-consuming elements. A significant aspect of website design is educating you about the process. Your input is taken into account and interpreted to effectively realize your vision. Without dedicated time to review the reasons behind our decisions—often driven by accessibility standards and SEO—understanding those choices can be challenging. It is important to consider the support that you need from us in this space especially if you are planning to make regular updates to the site on your own.
Budget Considerations: We suggest creating a prioritized list of your requests and preferences for the site so we can address them as your budget permits. This list is then evaluated to see how it aligns with the current site and the order of operations. This helps in making strategic decisions to maximize what can be accomplished within the available time. By balancing your budget with the factors mentioned above, we can concentrate on what matters most to you. You may discover that you want to take on some tasks yourself once you have a better understanding of the process.
Small Business Startup Solutions will handle your website and marketing tasks efficiently and professionally, typically completing edits and updates within 2-4 business days. Our services start at $150 per hour, or you can opt for a package that discounts the hourly rate.
It's recommend to start with at least four hours for a new website design or redesign to establish the initial concept and desktop layout. For a landing page Wix Editor website the four hour Starter Support is a good option. Otherwise for a multipage Wix Editor website and/or a website with added functionality, the eight hour Enhanced Collaboration package would be more suitable budgeting $900. Wix Studio websites start at $1500 because of the added complexities in the build when it comes to responsiveness.
When budgeting for a website, it’s important to build in extra hours—not just the exact time needed for the initial setup. Sites often need small adjustments, unexpected updates, or final polish to fully come together. Website maintenance is essential, and managing your site independently isn’t recommended unless you've completed video support sessions to understand best practices—especially for responsive design, accessibility standards, and overall visual consistency with your branding. It’s recommended to plan for at least four additional hours of support beyond the initial build to perfect your feedback and and maintain momentum after launch. Post-launch updates and questions are common, so a support package should be expected.
Design updates and added features are often quick, usually done in a few hours. But as your site grows, so do decisions and refinements—more content and functionality often mean more support. Consider the factors above to choose the right package for your needs.
