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Sahl Monday,28 Apr 2025

At a time when creating an online store has become a necessity for any business in Saudi Arabia, many business owners start enthusiastically, only to be shocked by the design costs, which are sometimes higher than they expected.
To stay ahead of the curve and prepare your budget correctly, you need to know the real factors that can raise the cost of online store design.
Let's break them down for you clearly and easily:
1. Store Size and Number of Pages
Naturally, the more pages your store has (home page, sections, products, blog, contact us, privacy policy, etc.), the more work it requires.
Each additional page = additional time = additional cost.
If your store is simple with two or three pages, it will be cheaper. But a store with hundreds of products and multiple sections? Here, the cost increases.
2. Custom and Unique Designs
Do you want a unique design unlike any other in the Saudi market?
A fully custom design (not a ready-made template) requires a professional designer to conduct a user interface (UI/UX) study and design every button, image, and icon.
This will definitely increase the price compared to using ready-made templates.
3. Special Features and Technologies
Sometimes, some stores require specific features, such as:
• Advanced product filtering
• Loyalty and points systems
• Automatic calculators (such as shipping or tax calculations)
• Integration with other systems (ERP or CRM)
Any additional feature requires specialized programming and development, which is bound to cost more than simple stores without add-ons.
4. User Experience and Speed
If you want your store to be fast, mobile-responsive, and have a high-quality user experience, your development team must use modern technologies and spend more time testing and optimization.
These fine details require time and skill, which means they cost more money.
5. Data Protection and Security
E-commerce security is a sensitive topic, especially in Saudi Arabia with the development of legislation, such as the e-commerce system and the data protection system.
If you want a store protected with SSL technologies, hacking detection systems, and regular backups...
You must invest more to ensure the security and protection of your customers' information.
6. Post-Delivery Technical Support and Maintenance
Many companies provide post-delivery support (updates, troubleshooting, and management training for your team), but this support is often included in the contract cost or requires an additional monthly subscription.
If you want your store to be supported even after launch, this increases the project's value.
7. Other Costs Associated with the Project
• Hosting: If you choose a powerful and fast hosting provider (specifically, for Saudi Arabia, for example), it will be more expensive.
• Domain: Purchasing a premium or custom domain is expensive.
• Marketing and Launch: Sometimes store design packages include starting a simple marketing campaign.
• Content: Professionally writing product descriptions, high-quality product photography, banner design... all add-ons that increase the cost.
Every e-store project has its own unique circumstances; there is no fixed price that applies to everyone.
The cost depends on your work, requirements, and the level of quality you aspire to.
So, before you begin, sit down with the development team and understand exactly what's included in the quote. Be clear about your expectations to avoid any unexpected increases.
If you're looking to save time and choose a Saudi company that understands your needs and provides you with a store with excellent specifications at a reasonable price, contact the "Sahl" team today and rest assured that your project is in safe hands.