July 16, 2026 · 6 min read
As a rule a brochure site takes 1 to 2 weeks, an e-commerce 3 to 6 weeks and a custom portal 2 to 4 months. The variable that weighs most isn't the code but the content: text, photos and materials. A project with content ready moves fast; one where everything has to be written from scratch takes longer, no matter how good the developer is.
Timelines by type of project
| Project | Typical time | What drives it |
|---|
| Landing page | 3-7 days | A single goal, few sections |
| Brochure site (5-8 pages) | 1-2 weeks | Number of pages and content |
| E-commerce | 3-6 weeks | Catalog, payments, integrations |
| Portal / web software | 2-4 months | Custom features, member areas |
The phases of a project
- Analysis and structure: defining goals, pages and features (a few days).
- Design: visuals and approval of the drafts.
- Development: building the pages and functionality.
- Content and revisions: adding text and images, corrections.
- Testing and launch: final checks, optimization and going live.
What lengthens (or shortens) the timeline
What slows a project down is almost always the same: content delivered late, many revision rounds and requirements that change mid-way. To move fast it helps to have text, logo and photos from the start, a single person who approves, and clear goals. Budget also affects the final result, as we explain in our guide on how much a website costs.
In the quote we always agree on a precise delivery date, and we meet it. See our web development service, consider an e-commerce if you sell online, and get in touch for an estimate on your timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to build a website?
A brochure site usually takes 1-2 weeks, an e-commerce 3-6 weeks and a custom portal 2-4 months. The biggest factor is content: with text and photos ready, timelines shorten noticeably.
Why do some sites take longer than others?
It depends on the number of pages, the features required and above all the content. Many revision rounds and requirements that change mid-way lengthen timelines more than people expect, regardless of the development itself.
Can I speed up the build of my site?
Yes: by preparing text, logo and photos in advance, appointing a single person to approve drafts and setting clear goals from the start. That reduces waiting and revision cycles.
Do you set a firm delivery date?
Yes. In the quote we state a precise delivery date and we meet it. Any delays almost always come from content delivered late or changes requested during the project.