When you’re starting your courier business, it’s tempting to save money by building your own website. Platforms like Wix or WordPress make it look easy — but is it the right move? In this post, we break down the pros and cons of building your own site vs hiring a professional.
Option 1: Build It Yourself
✅ Pros:
- Lower upfront cost
- Full control over content and layout
- Learn useful website skills
❌ Cons:
- Time-consuming — takes hours (or days) to get it right
- Easy to miss key features like mobile optimisation or SEO
- Templates often look generic and load slowly
- Harder to make changes later if you’re not confident with tech
👉 If you’re confident with design tools, have time, and are happy to experiment — building your own site might work.
Option 2: Hire a Courier Website Specialist
✅ Pros:
- Fast turnaround (often ready in days)
- Designed to convert — mobile, fast, SEO-ready
- Support if anything breaks or needs changing
- You can focus on getting clients instead of building
❌ Cons:
- Higher upfront cost (but may save money long-term)
- You’re relying on someone else to deliver
For most solo couriers, time is more valuable than money. A professional website pays for itself fast — especially if it helps you win just one or two decent clients.
How to Decide
Ask yourself these questions:
- Do I have the time and patience to build a site from scratch?
- Do I want a polished, trusted look from day one?
- Am I confident setting up forms, SEO, and mobile layouts?
- Would I rather focus on running my courier business?
If you’re not sure, compare our courier website packages — no subscriptions, no tech hassle, just results.
Final Thoughts
There’s no right or wrong answer — but if your goal is to get customers fast, look professional, and avoid wasting time, hiring a pro can be the smartest move.
👉 See what to know before you invest in a courier site
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