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What to expect when we work together, from the first conversation to ownership and ongoing care.
About DragonByte
Who do you work with?
We work with businesses and entrepreneurs who need websites, applications, or business tools. We are based in Metro Detroit and work with clients across Michigan and nationwide.
What makes DragonByte different?
Transparent pricing and client ownership are central to how we work. We define the scope with you and hand over access to your code and accounts.
How do I get started?
Tell us about your project through the inquiry form. We follow up to understand the goals, scope, and fit before proposing an approach.
Services & process
What services do you offer?
We offer website design and development, custom applications, business tools and automation, and ongoing website and app care.
How does your process work?
We start with discovery and scope, develop the design direction, build and test the experience, then launch and hand over access and documentation.
What technologies do you use?
Our toolkit includes JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, PHP, SvelteKit, React, and relational and non-relational databases. We choose tools around the requirements and handover needs of the project.
Can I request a custom solution?
Yes. Packages are a starting point. Tell us about your workflow, integrations, or specialist requirements so we can scope the right solution.
Websites
What will my website cost?
Published ranges are $500–$1,000 for Launch Pad, $2,500–$4,500 for Essential, $4,500–$8,500 for Professional, and $8,500–$15,000+ for Enterprise. The written quote confirms scope, third-party costs, and the final project price.
How long does a website take?
Published estimates range from same day to three days for a landing page, two to five days for Essential, one to two weeks for Professional, and two to three weeks for Enterprise. Actual timing depends on scope, content readiness, and feedback; we agree a schedule before work begins.
What is included?
All website packages include responsive design and basic SEO setup. Higher tiers add page scope, custom design, a content management system, and additional functionality. Each package has a defined period of post-launch support.
Can you build a shop or booking system?
Yes. Professional includes a basic shop with up to 25 products or a booking system. Larger requirements are scoped through Enterprise or a custom quote.
How do revisions work?
Launch Pad includes one round, Essential two, and Professional three. Enterprise revision allowances and the meaning of any unlimited allowance are defined in the agreed project scope.
Applications
What kinds of applications do you build?
Browser-based applications, native iOS or Android apps, cross-platform apps, and applications with backend systems and integrations.
How much do applications cost?
Published packages range from $3,000–$8,000 for Web App Starter to $45,000–$100,000+ for Enterprise Application. Platform choice, features, integrations, and support determine the quote.
How long will an application take?
Published estimates run from three to seven days for Web App Starter to six to ten weeks for Enterprise Application. We confirm timing after reviewing scope and dependencies. App store review and other third-party approvals may affect the launch date.
Website & application care
What does website maintenance include?
Plans include combinations of security updates, monitoring, backups, content update time, and support. Website care starts at $50–$75 per month. Compare the package details for response times and included work.
Do you maintain applications too?
Yes. App care includes bug fixes, patches, compatibility work, monitoring, and development time depending on the package. Published plans range from $200–$400 to $800–$1,500 per month.
Is ongoing care included with a build?
Build packages include a defined post-launch support period, generally 14–90 days for websites and 30–90 days for apps. Recurring maintenance is a separate service, with scope and pricing agreed explicitly.
Ownership & security
Will I own my website and code?
Yes. We create hosting and domain accounts in your name and hand over access credentials and documentation. Your project scope identifies any third-party software, license terms, and ownership exceptions.
Can I move to another provider?
You retain control of your accounts and digital assets. Documentation and access make future maintenance or migration possible without proprietary lock-in. Any migration work or third-party charges should be scoped separately.
How do you approach security?
We discuss data, access, hosting, and maintenance requirements during scoping. The protections, monitoring, and support appropriate to your project are documented rather than assumed.
What happens if there is a security incident?
Incident response responsibilities and support depend on your hosting and maintenance arrangements. We clarify those responsibilities and escalation routes in the relevant agreement.
Partnerships & support
What happens after launch?
You receive your agreed post-launch support, access, and handover documentation. If you need ongoing maintenance or development, we can discuss a separate care plan.
How do I contact you?
Use the project inquiry form or email info@dragonbytedigital.com. Tell us what you need and we will follow up to clarify the next step.
Something else on your mind?
Tell us what you’re considering and we’ll work through it together.
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