Welcome to StudioBC's web programming and design centre. Our rates are low, our expertise is high! Compare our rates and services to any other design and programming company in Victoria.   Need a website made? How about an overhaul of an existing site? Any business or individual employing StudioBC programming services will receive either:   2 months of FREE web hosting with StudioBC, using any one of our three tiers of hosting.   or A FREE bronze business listing on VicFun.com. Bronze listing remains free for as long as you're site is hosted with us!   or One month of FREE banner advertising on VicFun.com.     To get started, or to learn more about StudioBC's programming and design rates, click HERE! Below is a list of some commonly asked questions, a price chart and general information about website creation, programming and design.   What is a domain name?     What is a web host?     How much will a website cost to make?     Can I get a price quote?     How long will it take?     What if I want to make changes to my site later on?     Who owns the programming?     Do you make sites for individuals as well as businesses?     Will my site show up on search engines like Google and Yahoo?     Do you have any sales / specials available? SALE !     I have a question not answered here, can I contact you?

Domain names   Every website has a unique domain name. This is how we differentiated one site from another. For example, our site has the domain name of 'StudioBC.com'. There is only one Studiobc.com. Just as no two people have the same phone number, no two websites have the same domain name. You'll need a domain name for your website. The names are purchased in one, two, three, five or ten year licences. At the end of the licence period, you need to renew the name. Domain names end with different two or three letter extensions. Most common extensions are .com .net .org. There are also country extensions, for example .ca for Canada, .jp for Japan etc. When you purchase a domain name, you choose which extension you'd like. In choosing a domain name, you'll want to choose a name that's unique and reflects your sites objective. Also, bare in mind that it's not always possible to get the domain name you desire. Some other individual or company may have already purchased it. It's important to effectively research to make certain that you get a name that's available and that will be effective for you. - BACK -

Web Host   Every website has a web host. This is the company that actually keeps your website's files, and runs the computer that displays the information each time your website is viewed. StudioBC offers this service. In fact, we're one of the most competitively priced hosting services in BC. We'll happily host your site for you, making sure that the computers are running smoothly so that your website is viewable quickly and reliably. By letting us host your site, we take the worry out of hosting. For pricing on our web hosting services, please click here. - BACK -

Cost   Every website is different, so exact costs are impossible to say without knowing more about your proposed site's details and objectives. However, below is a general pricing guideline to give you an idea of cost for a project. You can also call or email us to receive a more accurate assessment. Click here to contact us.

Web Programming Pricing Service: Details: Value: Domain Research & Registration Research available domain names & register $60 (includes 1 year domain purchase) Per Page Web Programming & Design Up to 4 images and 300 words of text $90 Interactive Forms E.g. Feedback Form / Comments Form $100 Database Flat Text or MySql $200 and up Automated content updates E.g. Daily quote, image or text $200 and up View Work online See your site online as it's being created Free Setup your site Webhost & DNS setup, upload your site Free (when using StudioBC hosting)

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Price Quote   Absolutely. Feel free to call or email us to get a quote for your web project. Price quotes are free and come with no obligation. Click here to contact us. - BACK -

Time   This depends on the size and complexity of your site, and the amount of materials provided to us. But a standard website can be created in a week or two, once we've received all the appropriate information. - BACK -

Future Changes   After your site is created, you're free to modify, add or delete content to your site as you see fit. Afterall, it's your site! It's common to add, delete and update content on a website. In fact, changing a website on a regular basis makes it more attractive and interesting to visitors. StudioBC would be pleased to continue to work with you in the future when changes are required to your site. Our rates are exceptional and our customer service and response time are great. We're sure we'll win you over! But by no means are you obliged to use us. - BACK -

Ownership   Once the site is complete and all payments have been received, you own all of the website's files and all the programming and images contained within them. Until all outstanding payments have been made, the website's data, programming, files, images and intellectual property are still owned and retained by StudioBC. - BACK -

Individuals & Businesses   Yes, we are just as happy making a site for an individual as we are for a business or group. Our attention to detail, committment to quality remain the same. So whether you're an individual looking for a website or a business or organization, we're sure that we'll be able to provide you with an effective online presence. - BACK -

Search Engines   When we create your site, we'll register it with popular search engines. Site ranking is important, and we'll do what we can to maximize your site's presence and ranking on search engines. We use custom tags, linking and key word strategies to maximize your sites search engine positioning. Once we begin making your site, this process will be explained in more detail. - BACK -

Sales   StudioBC is pleased to offer our entry level $199 special. This package includes the following . . . 3 static web pages. Logo 4 images 300 words of text Your own choice of colours and fonts One month of FREE webhosting with us - BACK -

Contact Us   If you have any questions, comments, concerns, or if you'd like to get started with your website, please feel free to contact us. To phone or email us, click here for our contact information. - BACK -