These package prices are meant to help you estimate the cost of the initial website design and the monthly maintenance fees.  They are meant to be examples.  You can modify the requirements to suit your needs.  Cost will vary according to the options you choose.  Domain renewal fee and site registration fee will vary according to the domain type chosen. Currently, for initial registration fees, most domain names are $35 per year.  Discounts are generally offered for multi-year registrations/renewals. More information is available on the Detailed Pricing page or you can contact Sirius Programming for a FREE estimate.

Useful info when comparing with other hosting/web design companies:

1. Sirius Programming does the design work for you based on your requirements.  You don't have to go buy the software tools needed to create/edit websites, create/edit graphics, design a database or any of the other specialized features that Sirius Programming provides.
2. Sirius Programming does the maintenance of your site.  You just send the info via email.  Changes have been known to be done in minutes depending on the amount of the change or the time of day the email is sent.  Typical response time is within a day or two.
3. Certain new features have been offered in the past to existing customers at reduced rates.
4. Unlike most "FREE" web hosts, Sirius Programming will never show advertising to your customers unless you want it there.
5. Unlike some "FREE" web hosts, your domain name, that you paid for, will be showing in your visitors browser and not be redirected to some sub-page of the host's site.

Package Types

Note: Clients listed were developed prior to the creation of these packages and may not reflect the same package listed, but are meant as examples. They may have expanded their sites beyond the package listed or chosen to have a smaller site with less features than the package.

Advertising Site Package

A single page for those businesses that  want to advertise on the Internet and just provide a brief description of their services and contact information.  Ideal for starter businesses and those whose budgets are limited.  Can also be used to just secure your domain name so know one else can use it.  You can always expand it at any time. Your site would start off with, but is not limited to, the following page:

1. Homepage - Welcome page that generally shows a picture of the business or a logo, contact information and a brief statement of about your business.

This 1 page site will cost $260 to cover the setup fees, design fees, site registration and the first month of hosting.  Monthly cost is $25 without maintenance.  Annual domain renewal fee of $35.

Typical businesses for this type of site:

Current clients of this type:

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Information Site Package

A business that isn't selling items on the Internet, but might be offering information about it's services or products to it's customers.  Your site can consist of, but is not limited to, the following page types:

1. Homepage - Welcome page that generally shows a picture of the business or a logo, contact information and a brief statement of about your business.
2. Hours/Directions Page - how to find your business and the hours of operation.
3. Product/Service #1 Page - may include pictures of the product or an example of the type of service. 
4. Product/Service #2 Page - may include pictures of the product or an example of the type of service. 

Additional features included: Email AutoResponder & .PDF documents (3), two hours of custom graphics work for buttons and background.

The Email autoresponder will send one or more documents in response to an email.  This is used for product/service brochures, information request forms, etc.

This 4 page site will cost $585 to cover the setup fees, design fees, site registration and the first month of hosting.  Monthly cost is $25 without maintenance.  Annual domain renewal fee of $35. Additional pages may be needed.

Typical businesses for this type of site:

Current clients of this type:

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Christian Church Site Package

A Christian church can use a website to help spread the Word and keep your congregation informed.  Your site can consist of, but is not limited to, the following page types:

1. Homepage - Welcome page that generally shows a picture of the church, contact information and a brief statement of what your church is about.
2. Pastor's message page or sermon page.
3. Directions Page - how to find your church
4. Schedule Page - when you have services, office hours, etc.
5. Youth Group or other ministry Page

Additional features included: Email listserver for prayer chain or congregation news, two hours of custom graphics work for buttons and background.

The Email listserver will allow for notification of the congregation via email for prayer chain or news.  This list is limited to your congregation members.

This 5 page site will cost $335 to cover the setup fees, design fees, site registration (assumes .ORG rate of $35) and the first month of hosting.  Monthly cost is $12.50.  Invoicing is available Semi-annually, or annually only.  No maintenance costs.  Annual domain renewal fee of $35.

Any Christian church can use this package.  Prices are based on half the normal rate. 

Current clients of this type:

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Non-Profit Organization Site Package

Similar to an Information Site, the added features make this package suited for use by Non-Profit Organizations.  Your site can consist of, but is not limited to, the following page types:

1. Homepage - Welcome page that generally shows a picture or a logo, contact information and a brief statement of about your organization.
2. Mission statement page - describes the purpose of your organization with more detail than the brief on the homepage.
3. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page - post questions and answers that are asked about your organization.
4. Supporters Page - List those who have supported your organization and information to visitors on how they can support also.
5. Newsletter Page - Post a monthly/quarterly newsletter about your organization.  Page includes subscribe/unsubscribe feature.

Additional features included: Email AutoResponder & Email listserver, two hours of custom graphics work for buttons and background.

The Email autoresponder will send one or more documents in response to an email.  This is used for informational brochures, donation request forms, etc.  The Email listserver will allow for visitors to subscribe/unsubscribe to your newsletter via email.  Notifications are sent out to inform subscribers that a new newsletter has been posted on the site.

This 5 page site will cost $690 to cover the setup fees, design fees, site registration (assumes .ORG rate of $35) and the first month of hosting.  Monthly cost is $55 with 10 hours of maintenance per year.  Annual domain renewal fee of $35. Additional pages may be needed.

Typical organizations for this type of site:

Current clients of this type:

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Membership-Based Organization Site Package

The added features make this package suited for use by membership-based organization and groups.  Your site can consist of, but is not limited to, the following page types:

1. Homepage - Welcome page that generally shows a picture or a logo, contact information and a brief statement of about your organization.
2. Benefits Page - describes the benefits your organization provides to its members.
3. Discussion Forum - members only or general public can post questions/answers.
4. Guestbook Page - used for general comments from anyone.  Can be configured to be public or via email to organization contact.
5. Officers Page - List your officers and how to contact them.
6. Newsletter Page - Post a monthly/quarterly newsletter about your organization.  Page includes unsubscribe feature only.
7. Calendar Page - post events for the group.
8. Issues Page - put your current issues and topics here.
9. Bylaws Page - post your organization's bylaws.
10. Membership List - database driven list of members with embedded email links.

Additional features included: Email listserver,  two hours of custom graphics work for buttons and background.

The Email listserver is limited to your membership and can be used for newsletters and member-to-all-members email notifications.

This 10 page site will cost $1185 to cover the setup fees, design fees, site registration (assumes .ORG rate of $35) and the first month of hosting.  Monthly cost is $65 with 10 hours of maintenance per year.  Annual domain renewal fee of $35. Additional pages may be needed.

Typical organizations for this type of site:

Current clients of this type:

Add-on for online membership fee acceptance:

Adding the ability to accept credit cards for membership renewals enhances your site to benefit your members.  The example pricing for this assumes that:

This feature can be added to an existing site or during the initial design of a new site.

Current clients who have chosen this add-on:

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E-Commerce Site Package

The features for the package are designed for customers who require an online store to sell their products. Your site can consist of, but is not limited to, the following page types:

Features included:

This multi-page site will cost $4205 to cover the cost of the BVC5 software, setup fees, design fees, site registration and the first month of hosting.  Monthly cost is $75 including maintenance (20 hours/year).  Annual domain renewal fee of $35. Secure seal renewal is $195 a year. Additional pages may be needed.  Additional fees may apply depending on your payment processing methods, sales tax needs, etc.

The example pricing for this assumes that:

Current clients of this type: