Custom Website Development — Fixed Prices, No Surprises

Clear packages, fair terms. You know upfront what your website will cost.

Starter

from €1,500

Your professional entry into the web. Perfect when you need a clean, modern site that simply works.

  • One-pager or up to 3 pages
  • Responsive Design
  • GDPR compliant
  • Contact form
  • Basic SEO
  • Hosting setup

Ideal for: Freelancers, self-employed, small service providers

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Business

from €2,900

The full package for businesses that want to impress online. With CMS so you can manage content yourself.

  • 5–10 pages
  • CMS for self-management
  • Advanced SEO incl. local
  • Google Maps & Schema Markup
  • Premium design
  • 1 month support included

Ideal for: SMBs, trades, practices

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Custom

from €5,000

For projects that need more than standard. Custom functions, integrations, and tools — this is my focus area.

  • Everything from Business
  • Custom functions / Custom Plugins
  • Calculators, configurators, web tools
  • API integrations
  • AI integration possible

Ideal for: Special projects, technical industries

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What Makes a Good Website for Hamburg Businesses?

A website can be technically flawless and still not work – because it was developed without the target audience in mind. Good web design therefore always starts with the question: What should the website achieve?

An effective website combines appealing design with thoughtful user guidance. It loads fast, works on all devices, and guides visitors to the important content – whether it's a contact form, a product offer, or appointment booking.

Technical quality often shows in the details: clean code for good search engine rankings, optimized images for fast loading times, clear structures for easy maintenance. All of this is standard for me.

This applies to businesses everywhere – but especially for Hamburg-based self-employed professionals and SMEs who want to be visible locally, the technical foundation makes all the difference.

Responsive Design

Perfect display on desktop, tablet, and smartphone – no compromises.

SEO Basics

Technically optimized for search engines – so you can actually be found.

Fast Loading

Optimized performance – important for users and Google ranking.

GDPR Compliant

Legally compliant implementation – cookie banners, privacy policy, imprint.

Which Website Fits You?

Every project is different. Here's an overview of typical website types I create.

Company Website

The classic business website: Services, team, contact. Structured to build trust and generate inquiries. Ideal for service providers, tradespeople, and consultants in Hamburg who want to appear professional and win new clients.

  • 5-15 Subpages
  • Contact Form
  • Google Maps Integration
  • CMS for Self-Management

Landing Page

One page, one goal: Conversion. Perfect for product launches, campaigns, or when you want to trigger a specific action. Especially effective for campaigns or seasonal offers – also for Hamburg businesses with a local catchment area.

  • Conversion Focused
  • A/B Test Ready
  • Quick Implementation
  • Tracking Integration

Web App

More than a website: Interactive applications with custom logic. Dashboards, calculators, configurators, or internal tools. Custom tools and dashboards – also for Hamburg startups and agencies looking to digitize internal processes.

  • Custom Functions
  • User Login
  • Database Connection
  • API Integrations

Website Development in Hamburg:
Freelancer or Agency?

Hamburg has over 500 web agencies. Yet more and more businesses are choosing a freelancer. Why?

Hamburg agencies charge for overhead: Office in Schanzenviertel, project manager, account manager, designer, developer – all of that ends up on your invoice. With a freelancer, you pay for the work, not the structure.

No broken telephone: There's no handoff between a project manager and a developer where information gets lost. You speak directly with the person building your website. That saves time, frustration, and misunderstandings.

A long-term partner: Many of my clients in Hamburg and the surrounding area have worked with me for years – from the first website through relaunches to ongoing support. No changing contacts, no re-briefing.

30–50% Lower Cost

No agency overhead – same quality, less cost.

Direct Communication

No tickets, no queues – you reach me directly.

Faster Delivery

Short paths, no internal alignment rounds – faster to launch.

Personal in Hamburg

In-person meetings available – from HafenCity to Halstenbek.

How Your Website Project Works

From the first conversation to launch – transparent and structured.

01

Initial Consultation

We get to know each other and discuss your project. What do you need? What are your goals? I listen and ask the right questions. Whether in person in Hamburg or remotely via video call – you decide how we work. Free and non-binding.

02

Quote & Concept

You receive a transparent quote with a clear scope of services. No hidden costs, no nasty surprises. For larger projects, I create a concept with page structure and wireframes.

03

Design & Development

I design your website and implement it technically. You regularly see intermediate results and can give feedback. Your input is important to me.

04

Testing & Polish

Before we go live, everything is thoroughly tested: On different devices, in different browsers. Only when everything fits, we move to launch.

05

Launch & Training

Your website goes online. You get training so you can make minor changes yourself. And even after that, I'm there for you.

Website Projects from Hamburg and Beyond

A selection of my previous work – from company websites to custom web tools.

Corporate Client · 6 Websites + Custom Tools

HIH Group – Hamburg Real Estate Corporation

Ongoing management of the entire web presence of the HIH Group: hih.de, hih-invest.de, hih-karriere.de, hih-vermietung.de, intreal.com and reax-advisory.de. Plus project websites like vary-munich.de and custom plugins like the Expose Generator for automated real estate PDFs.

WordPress Astro Custom Plugins Corporate
WordPress Website + Custom Plugin

DerOekologe – Hendrik Soennichsen

Redesign of the existing website with technical SEO optimization and custom plugin for project overview. Plus a custom reporting tool with automatic PDF generation.

WordPress Custom Plugin SEO
PHP Website

Friederike Lindecke – Halstenbek

Custom website with bespoke PHP backend for seminar management, built for a client from Halstenbek near Hamburg.

PHP Custom Backend Halstenbek
WordPress Website

Ingenieurbuero Gellert

Design and creation of the website with a fresh look for the industry. Achieved very good Google rankings.

WordPress Web Design SEO
Joshua Maurer – Web Designer Hamburg

Hi, I'm Joshua

As a freelance web designer based in Hamburg, I've been building websites, online shops, and custom web solutions for over 5 years. I work directly with you – no agency overhead, no middlemen. With me, you get personal support, honest advice, and a website that truly fits your business.

HafenPixel combines my home at Hamburg's harbor with my passion for digital projects. Professionally trained at OfG and IU Academy, always up-to-date with the latest technologies.

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What My Clients Say

5.0 out of 5 stars on Google · Read reviews
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Susanne Ahrens

Searched for ages for an agency that could reliably integrate OnOffice on my website. Recommended by my friend Friederike Lindecke, HafenPixel was my absolute lifesaver. Many thanks to Joshua Maurer for the quick and confident solution! I look forward to our future collaboration!

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Friederike Lindecke

Joshua Maurer took on the creation and redesign of my homepage and exceeded my expectations! Great communication, confident, competent, friendly and fast. I recommended him immediately! A heartfelt recommendation!

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Hendrik Soennichsen

Joshua built my complete website and digital forms for environmental planning. From the start, he understood my field and what I need as a freelancer. The digital forms have significantly simplified my workflows. Communication was always straightforward and on equal footing. Highly recommended.

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Felix Gellert

Joshua understood right away what matters. Ideas were implemented quickly and competently – even on short notice. Working with him is simply fun because he approaches every project with creativity and humor. Absolutely reliable and fair. Clear recommendation.

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What Kind of Project Do You Have?

Classic Company Website

You need a professional business website with standard features – services, team, contact, testimonials. I build it quickly and cleanly. Fixed price, transparent, no surprises.

Online Shop

You want to sell online – Shopify, WooCommerce, or custom. From a small shop for local products to a custom e-commerce platform with special requirements.

Specialty

Project with Custom Functions

Your project needs more than standard templates: custom plugins, calculators, configurators, API integrations, AI features. This is my focus area – something many other web designers can't offer.

Who Do I Build Websites For?

Self-Employed & Freelancers in Hamburg

You need a professional online presence that represents you and your work – with personal support and fair terms. Whether you're a photographer in Winterhude, a consultant in HafenCity, or a therapist in Eppendorf.

Small & Medium Businesses

You want a company website that reflects your business and brings in new customers. From tradespeople in Harburg to service providers in Eimsbuettel to family businesses in Bergedorf.

Tradespeople & Service Providers

Whether electrician in Wandsbek, painter in Altona, or plumber in Rahlstedt – a professional website is essential today for being found on Google and winning jobs.

Corporations & Real Estate Companies

Multiple websites, consistent branding, custom plugins, and ongoing support – I manage corporate clients like the HIH Group with 6+ websites and custom development. From the main site to career pages.

I build websites for freelancers, self-employed professionals, SMEs, and corporations across Hamburg and surrounding areas – from Altona to Wandsbek, from Eimsbuettel to Bergedorf. Whether startup in HafenCity, trade business in Harburg, real estate corporation in the city centre, agency in Winterhude, service provider in Barmbek, business in Eppendorf, company in Lokstedt, Niendorf, Stellingen, Langenhorn, or Rahlstedt – and also in Halstenbek, Pinneberg, Schenefeld, and the Hamburg metropolitan area. I'm your web designer in Hamburg.

Websites for Every Industry in Hamburg

Whether tradesperson, corporation, or service provider – I understand your industry's requirements.

Tradespeople & Construction

Electricians, painters, plumbers, carpenters – a professional website brings in local jobs. With Google Maps, service overview, and contact forms for quick inquiries.

Corporations & Real Estate

Multi-website management, custom plugins, API integrations, and ongoing development. For companies that need more than a single site – e.g. the HIH Group with 6 websites and an exposé generator.

Service Providers & Consultants

Tax consultants, business consultants, coaches – a website that radiates competence and builds trust. With references, service descriptions, and clear positioning.

Frequently Asked Questions About Website Development

My prices start at around 1,500 EUR for a professional company website with 5-10 pages. The final price depends on the scope: number of pages, desired features, and design complexity. In the free initial consultation, I create a transparent quote for you. Compared to Hamburg agencies, I offer fair rates as a freelancer at the same quality level.

A typical company website is ready in 4-8 weeks. Smaller projects like one-pagers can be done in 2-3 weeks. For more complex projects with custom features, it can take 2-3 months. We create the exact timeline together.

Ideally, you already have a rough idea of your goals and target audience. Texts and images can be developed together or you provide them. I can set up a domain and hosting for you, or you bring existing ones. In the initial consultation, we clarify what you need.

WordPress is great for classic business websites with self-management. Shopify is perfect for e-commerce. Custom solutions with Vue.js or pure HTML/CSS offer maximum performance and flexibility. We make the choice together based on your requirements.

Yes – with WordPress websites, you get training and can adjust texts, images, and simple content yourself. For static sites, I handle changes for you. You decide how much control you want.

Technical SEO is standard with every website: clean code, fast loading times, mobile optimization, structured data, and meta tags. For local businesses, I also optimize specifically for regional search queries.

After launch, you get training and can make minor changes yourself. For technical maintenance, security updates, and larger adjustments, I offer ongoing support. Even years after the launch, I'm still there for you.

Yes – I work with clients throughout the DACH region. Hamburg is my home port, but most projects run smoothly via video calls and screen sharing. In-person meetings are always possible in Hamburg.

The right web designer in Hamburg should not only be technically proficient but also understand your business. Look at references, speak directly with the developer (not a middleman), and get a concrete quote. In the free initial consultation, we'll determine together if we're a good fit.

As a freelancer, you work directly with the person building your website – no middlemen, no agency overhead. That means shorter communication paths, more flexible arrangements, and fair prices. For Hamburg SMEs and self-employed professionals, that's often the better choice.

Yes. After launch, I offer maintenance packages: security updates, backups, performance monitoring, and content adjustments. You can flexibly decide whether to book monthly maintenance or request individual services as needed.

Good hosting for a company website costs between 5 and 30 EUR per month – depending on requirements. I recommend a suitable provider and set everything up for you. Hosting costs are not included in my website prices so you keep full control over your contract.

Depending on the project, I use WordPress, Shopify, Astro, or completely custom solutions with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Vue.js. For design, I use Figma. We make the technology decision together based on your requirements – you always get the solution that best fits your project.

No problem. My websites are built to grow with you. Whether you later need a blog, booking functionality, a members area, or a custom plugin – I extend your existing website without having to start from scratch.

Yes. After full payment, you own the entire code of your website. You're not tied to me and can hire another developer at any time. I rely on transparency, not dependency.

All websites are implemented GDPR-compliant: SSL encryption, cookie consent management, privacy policy, imprint, and secure contact forms. For WordPress, I additionally ensure regular security updates and secure hosting configurations.

I set up privacy-compliant tracking for you – e.g., Google Analytics or a cookie-free alternative. This way you can measure visitor numbers, inquiries, and conversions. On request, I create a simple dashboard so you can keep track of the key metrics.

Website builders deliver a generic template that thousands of others also use. With me, you get a design that matches your brand, clean code for better Google rankings, full control over hosting and data, and custom features that no website builder can offer. Plus a personal contact instead of a helpdesk.

You regularly see intermediate results and can give feedback at any time. Change requests within the agreed scope are included. I work until you're satisfied – that's my standard and the reason for my 5.0-star rating on Google.

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