Choosing Between DIY Platforms and Custom Development for Your Website

Outline:

• The core dilemma for startups: DIY vs hiring out
• Pros and cons of platforms like Wix, WordPress, Shopify
• When custom dev is worth it
• Cost-benefit breakdowns
• Transitioning from DIY to custom later
• Reader poll: What path did you take?

Full Article:
When every dollar matters, the temptation to build your own website is strong. Platforms like Wix, WordPress, and Shopify offer drag-and-drop ease, but will they scale with your startup?

If your business has complex features or needs tight branding control, custom development might pay off. But beware: it costs time, money, and project management skills.

Start with what you can manage. Many successful businesses launch DIY and transition to custom as they grow.

Which path did you choose—and would you do it again?

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