We'll build your business website.You pay nothing upfront.
We're giving a small number of South African businesses a professionally built website at no upfront cost.
All you pay is R980/month to keep it live, secure and up to date. Apply to be one of them.
You pay to build it
R0
We cover the build cost
Monthly plan
R980
Hosting, security, updates
Minimum term
12 months
Then month to month
We only take on a handful of businesses at a time. Not everyone gets in, but it takes 5 minutes to apply.
Here's exactly how it works.
No clever wording. No fine print surprises. Just the deal, straight.
We build your website for free.
A proper, professionally built website for your business. Not a template you fill in yourself. We design and build it from scratch, specifically for your business. This normally costs R15,000 to R50,000 or more. You pay nothing to have it built.
You pay R980/month to keep it live.
That covers everything: hosting, SSL security, daily backups, uptime monitoring, software maintenance, and up to 30 minutes of small updates a month. Your website stays live, fast and secure. That's what the monthly plan pays for. Less than R33 a day.
You commit to your first 12 months.
We absorb the build cost because we want clients who stick around. The minimum is 12 months from the day your site goes live. After that, it rolls month to month. We give you the full terms before you commit to anything.
Compare this to doing it yourself.
Getting a proper website built and keeping it live has real costs. Here's what it typically looks like.
The normal way
- Website design and buildR15,000 to R50,000+
- Domain nameR200/year
- HostingR150 to R500/month
- SSL security certificateR500 to R2,000/year
- Maintenance and updatesR500 to R2,500/month
- Security and backupsOften forgotten until it breaks
Year 1 cost: easily R20,000 to R75,000+
The Growth Programme way
- Website design and buildR0
- Domain connectionIncluded
- HostingIncluded
- SSL securityIncluded
- Maintenance and updatesIncluded
- Security and backupsIncluded
Year 1 cost: R11,760 (R980 x 12 months)
A real website. Not a quick template.
We build it properly. Your business, your branding, your services. Done right so customers actually trust it when they land on it.
Your website
- 8 to 10 pages built specifically for your business
- Looks good on phones, tablets and computers
- Contact form, WhatsApp button, Google Maps
- Your social media links connected
- Built to load fast and look professional
- A basic blog if you want to post news or updates
Kept live and running
- Hosting, domain connection and SSL certificate handled
- Daily backups so nothing gets lost
- Security monitoring so your site doesn't get hacked
- Software and plugin updates done for you
- Up to 30 minutes of small changes per month
- You can reach us if something looks wrong
Found on Google
- Set up so Google can find and index your site
- Page titles and descriptions done correctly
- Google Search Console linked
- Google Analytics so you can see your visitors
- A solid foundation for ranking locally
Grow from here
- We become your go-to for anything technology-related
- Need an online store? We can quote that.
- Want to improve your Google ranking? We do that too.
- Custom software, apps, automation and more available
- One team for all of it, as your business grows
You're a good fit if any of these sound like you.
We work with real, operating businesses. You don't need to already have a website. Most people who apply don't.
- ✓You don't have a website yet and you know you need one
- ✓Your website is embarrassing and you've been putting off fixing it
- ✓Customers can't find you on Google and it's costing you business
- ✓You want more calls, more WhatsApp enquiries, more walk-ins
- ✓You want something that actually looks professional
- ✓You're ready to properly invest in your online presence
- ✓You can commit to 12 months and R980/month
We're selective, but not complicated about it.
We can only take on a small number of businesses at a time. Here's what we look for.
- You run a genuine, operating business
- There's a clear reason a website would help you
- You're comfortable with the R980/month plan
- You'll give us what we need to build it well
- You want a long-term technology partner, not just a one-off site
We review all applications ourselves. You'll hear back from us either way. If you're not selected for this intake, you might be for the next one.
What the R980/month doesn't cover.
The monthly plan is for keeping your website live and maintained. Big new projects get quoted separately.
- Full redesigns or rebuilds
- New large sections or page builds
- Online stores and ecommerce
- Booking and reservation systems
- Custom integrations or software
- Professional copywriting
- SEO campaigns and link building
- Mobile app development
All of the above are available as additional services. We can quote anything as your business grows.
We're not a website factory.
CodeLab One is a business technology partner. We build websites, custom software, mobile apps, and automation systems. The Growth Programme is how we meet new clients.
We build real things
Custom software, SaaS platforms, mobile apps, ecommerce systems, automation tools. Whatever your business needs, we can probably build it. The website is usually where the relationship starts.
We stay involved
We don't build and disappear. We manage your technology so you don't have to think about it. If something breaks, we fix it. If you need something new, we quote it.
We grow with you
Our clients don't leave because we're invested in their success. The more your business grows, the more there is we can help with. That's the relationship we're looking to build.
Company
CodeLab One, a division of
The Donatello Group SA (PTY) Ltd
Reg: 2023/507944/07
Contact us
info@codelabone.co.za
+27 76 772 7573 (WhatsApp)
Based in
Bedfordview, Johannesburg
Working with businesses nationally
Common questions.
Is the website really free?
Yes. You pay nothing to have it built. We cover that cost. You pay R980/month from the day your site goes live, which covers hosting, security, backups, maintenance and small updates. The build itself costs you nothing.
What's the catch?
Honestly, there isn't one. We build your website at our cost because we want long-term clients. If we do a great job and look after your business properly, you stay with us. The R980/month is a fair price for everything it covers.
Why would you build a website for free?
Because we're looking for good clients to grow with. We absorb the build cost because we believe if we do a great job, you'll stay with us long term, and potentially need more from us as your business grows. It makes sense for both sides.
What does R980/month actually cover?
Hosting, domain connection, SSL certificate, daily backups, security monitoring, software maintenance, and up to 30 minutes of small website updates per month. Everything your website needs to stay live, fast and secure.
Is VAT included in R980/month?
No. The R980/month is excluding VAT, which is applied in line with South African tax legislation.
What's the minimum commitment?
12 months from the day your website goes live. After that, you continue month to month. We give you the full terms before you commit to anything.
Can I apply if I don't have a website at all?
Yes, and that's the most common situation. Most people who apply have no website at all. That's exactly what this programme is designed for.
Can I apply if I already have a website but it's terrible?
Yes. If your site is outdated, not getting you any enquiries, or just looks bad, you're welcome to apply. Tell us what's wrong with it and what you need instead.
How long does it take to build?
From the day you complete your onboarding brief, usually 10 to 20 business days. The quicker you get us your content and feedback, the quicker it goes live.
What happens after 12 months?
You continue on the same R980/month plan, rolling month to month. If you want to add services or upgrade, we quote those separately. Nothing changes automatically.
Do I own my website?
The full ownership terms are in the programme agreement we give you before you commit. We're transparent about this and happy to explain before you apply.
Can I add extra services later?
Absolutely. SEO campaigns, Google Business optimisation, online stores, booking systems, custom software, mobile apps, and more are all available. The website is the foundation. Everything else gets quoted as you need it.
Every day without a website is customers you're not getting.
You can get a professional website built for free. You just need to apply. It takes 5 minutes.
Apply for a free websiteR0 to build. R980/month to keep it live. 12-month minimum.