Frequently asked questions
Pricing, timelines, what's included, comparison with other solutions. If you can't find your answer, describe your project — I'll reply within 24h.
How much does a website with ACiD Studio cost?
Three plans. Presence: from CHF 149/year, a professional showcase site online in 48h. Pro: the Digital Angel subscription at CHF 79/month (or CHF 780/year), with the design work offered in exchange for a 12-month commitment. Prestige: on quote, for custom projects (e-commerce, specific features). The right price depends on your actual need: describe your project and I'll point you to the right plan.
Why not just use Wix or Squarespace?
These tools work, and they're free to start with. The difference is the result. An average Wix site loads in 4 to 6 seconds on mobile; what I deliver loads in under a second — and on Google, that's the difference between the first and the third page. The performance score is public and verifiable on delivery day. And the time spent learning the tool and dealing with bugs is time away from your business.
How long until my site is online?
From 48h for a Presence showcase site to 10–15 business days for a Pro or Prestige site, once the deposit and your content (text, photos, logo) are received. The timeline is announced at the order, not discovered along the way.
What does the Digital Angel subscription (CHF 79/month) cover?
Around 100 minutes per month of delegated management: updating menus, prices and opening hours, configuring the reservations calendar, publishing news and promotions, adding and optimizing photos, a monthly performance report and ongoing local SEO. Excluded (on quote, CHF 90/h): social media management, content writing and page redesigns. At CHF 79/month, it's your site managed for you instead of freezing and aging.
Is the design work really offered?
Yes, on the Pro plan: the creation fees (normally CHF 3,999) are 100% deducted, in exchange for a 12-month commitment to the Digital Angel subscription. If you cancel before that term, the remaining design balance is due pro rata for the remaining months. It's all written in the terms and conditions.
How do I compare ACiD with other quotes?
It's healthy to compare. To compare comparable things, ask each provider the same four questions: what will my site's PageSpeed score be on delivery? who will be my single point of contact from start to finish? what is the guaranteed timeline, and what happens in case of delay? is the price fixed or can it change during the project?
What if I don't have the budget right now?
Two options. If it's a matter of timing, I'll note your project and get back to you when you're ready. If you want to start more modestly, the Presence plan at CHF 149/year gives you a professional showcase site in 48h, and you'll be able to move up to the Pro plan as your needs grow.