Website Retainer Services

Our web retainer packages range from 4 to 18 hours per month, designed to fit the needs of businesses of all sizes

Web Retainer Packages Overview

Each package ensures your website remains secure, up-to-date, and optimised for performance and visibility. 

This service is ideal for clients with existing websites, whether developed by us or another provider, who want to improve website rankings and lead generation. We offer five packages based on hours dedicated to your account, allowing you to choose the services you need each month. All packages require a minimum 3-month contract to ensure continuity and impact.

Essential Care Retainer

200
Monthly

4 Hours Monthly

  • Monthly Consultation
  • WordPress & Joomla! Website Maintenance (updates to themes/templates, plugins/modules, core framework).
  • Content Management (minor updates such as blog posts, new pages, or social media integrations).
  • Basic Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
  • Google & Bing Analytics Setup/Monitoring.
  • Newsletter Updates
  • Google Business Management.

Growth Retainer

400
Monthly

8 Hours Monthly

  • * Everything in the Essential Care Retainer.
  • * Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
  • Lead Generation
  • Security Monitoring & Patching.
  • Social Media Content Updates/Management.
  • Link Building & Competitor Analysis.

Performance Retainer

600
Monthly

12 Hours Monthly

  • *Everything in the Growth Retainer.
  • Performance Optimisation (speed checks, image compression, caching).
  • Custom Coding.
  • Broken Link Checks and Fixes.
  • Google AdWords Strategy and Management
  • Monthly Reporting (SEO, Analytics, Competitor).

Advanced Performance Retainer

800
Monthly

16 Hours Monthly

  • *Everything in the Essential Care Retainer.
  • Third-Party Integrations & API Maintenance.
  • Full Social Media Campaign Strategy & Execution.
  • Enhanced Custom Coding & Optimisation.
  • UX Audits
  • Monthly Website Backup & Restoration Plan.

Premium Success Retainer

900
Monthly

18 Hours Monthly

  • *Everything in the Advanced Performance Retainer
  • Disaster Recovery: Full backup and restoration solutions.
  • Monthly Comprehensive Website Audit (security, performance, SEO, usability).
  • Enhanced Google AdWords Optimised Management.
  • Core Website Security Overhaul and Regular Monitoring.
  • Advanced Competitor Analysis & Market Research.
  • Priority Technical Support.

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A website retainer service is an ongoing support arrangement where we dedicate a set number of hours each month to maintain, optimise, and enhance your website.

Unfortunately, unused hours do not roll over. However, we ensure all available hours are used effectively to benefit your website.

You retain full ownership of all work performed under the retainer, including website credentials and analytics accounts.

You will have a dedicated monthly consultation to review your needs and priorities. You can also communicate via email or project management tools for ongoing updates.

We provide detailed monthly reports summarising the tasks completed, their outcomes, and performance metrics where applicable.

All packages require a minimum of a 3-month commitment to ensure consistent results, but you can adjust hours or switch packages as needed after this period.

Yes, you can adjust your package after the initial 3-month contract period to better fit your business needs.

Tasks can include website maintenance, SEO enhancements, social media management, content updates, security monitoring, lead generation, and more, depending on your selected package.

Additional hours can be purchased on an as-needed basis, or you can upgrade to a higher package to accommodate your needs.

Yes, after the initial 3-month commitment, you can cancel or adjust your agreement with one month’s notice to ensure a smooth transition. You retain full ownership of all work performed under the retainer, including website credentials and analytics accounts.

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