A lot of entrepreneurs jump into building a DIY website because it feels cheaper and faster at the beginning. The problem is that the hidden costs do not show up on day one, they show up later when the site is slow, hard to update, or not bringing in clients.
DIY templates limit how much you can customize your brand, which often makes your business look like everyone else. Many of these platforms are not built with strong SEO or performance in mind, so your site might look good but still rank poorly on Google. On top of that, security is usually basic, which can leave your site more vulnerable to attacks.
Over time you may start paying extra for plug ins, apps, integrations, storage, and features that you assumed were included. By the time you add everything up and deal with limitations, most businesses end up hiring a professional and rebuilding the site from scratch. What looked affordable at first often becomes the more expensive option in the long run.
