How Much Does a Website Cost in Morocco in 2026? Pricing & Complete Guide
Discover real website creation prices in Morocco in 2026. Website costs by type, hidden fees, DIY vs agency comparison: the complete pricing guide.
Ayoub Agouzil
Founder & Digital Expert
Factors That Influence Website Cost in Morocco#
1. Type of Website#
The first factor determining website cost is the type of site:
- Showcase site (1-10 pages): Company presentation, services, contact
- E-commerce site: Online store with product catalog and payment
- Blog / Magazine: Content publication with editorial management
- Web application (SaaS): Interactive platform with advanced features
- Landing page: Single conversion page for marketing campaigns
2. Design and User Experience#
Design significantly impacts the cost:
- Pre-designed template: 0 - 1,000 MAD
- Basic custom design: 3,000 - 8,000 MAD
- Professional UX/UI design: 8,000 - 20,000 MAD
- Premium bespoke design: 20,000 - 50,000+ MAD
3. Features#
Each additional feature increases the cost:
| Feature | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Simple contact form | 500 - 1,000 MAD |
| Integrated blog | 1,500 - 3,000 MAD |
| Booking system | 3,000 - 8,000 MAD |
| Member area / Login | 4,000 - 10,000 MAD |
| Online payment (CMI) | 3,000 - 6,000 MAD |
| Live chat / WhatsApp | 1,000 - 2,500 MAD |
| Multi-language (FR/AR/EN) | 3,000 - 8,000 MAD |
4. Technology Used#
| Technology | Development Cost | Annual Maintenance |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | 6,000 - 22,000 MAD | 2,000 - 5,000 MAD |
| Shopify | 12,000 - 35,000 MAD | 3,500 - 15,000 MAD |
| PrestaShop | 10,000 - 30,000 MAD | 3,000 - 8,000 MAD |
| Next.js / React | 25,000 - 100,000+ MAD | 5,000 - 15,000 MAD |
5. Service Provider#
| Provider | Hourly Rate | Showcase Site | E-commerce |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior freelancer | 100 - 250 MAD/h | 3,000 - 8,000 MAD | 8,000 - 18,000 MAD |
| Experienced freelancer | 250 - 500 MAD/h | 8,000 - 18,000 MAD | 18,000 - 40,000 MAD |
| Local agency | 400 - 800 MAD/h | 12,000 - 30,000 MAD | 25,000 - 60,000 MAD |
| Premium agency | 800 - 1,500 MAD/h | 25,000 - 60,000 MAD | 45,000 - 120,000 MAD |
Prices by Website Type in Morocco 2026#
Showcase Website: 8,000 - 25,000 MAD#
The showcase site is the most common choice for Moroccan SMEs.
What's included in a standard showcase site:
- Custom responsive design (5-10 pages)
- Attractive homepage
- Service/product pages
- About page
- Contact form
- Google Maps integration
- Basic SEO optimization
- SSL certificate
- Admin training
Price range:
- Entry-level (template): 5,000 - 10,000 MAD
- Mid-range (custom design): 10,000 - 18,000 MAD
- High-end (bespoke with animations): 18,000 - 35,000 MAD
For a professional showcase website, we recommend a minimum budget of 12,000 MAD for quality results.
E-commerce Website: 15,000 - 60,000 MAD#
What's included in a standard e-commerce site:
- Shopping-optimized responsive design
- Product catalog management
- Shopping cart and checkout process
- Payment integration (CMI, PayPal, COD)
- Inventory management
- Order tracking
- Seller dashboard
Price range by platform:
- WooCommerce (WordPress): 15,000 - 35,000 MAD
- Shopify: 18,000 - 40,000 MAD (+ monthly subscription)
- PrestaShop: 15,000 - 35,000 MAD
- Custom (React/Next.js): 40,000 - 100,000+ MAD
Web Application (SaaS): 30,000 - 150,000+ MAD#
- MVP: 30,000 - 60,000 MAD
- Full V1: 60,000 - 120,000 MAD
- Complex application: 120,000 - 300,000+ MAD
WordPress Website: 6,000 - 25,000 MAD#
WordPress remains the most used CMS in Morocco (65%):
- WordPress with premium theme: 6,000 - 12,000 MAD
- WordPress with custom design: 12,000 - 22,000 MAD
- WordPress with custom development: 20,000 - 40,000 MAD
For a professional WordPress site, expect 12,000-22,000 MAD for optimal results.
Hidden Costs to Anticipate#
Web Hosting#
| Hosting Type | Annual Cost | Suited For |
|---|---|---|
| Basic shared | 500 - 1,200 MAD/yr | Low-traffic showcase sites |
| Premium shared | 1,200 - 3,000 MAD/yr | Showcase sites and small e-shops |
| VPS | 2,400 - 8,000 MAD/yr | E-commerce and high-traffic sites |
| Cloud (AWS/Vercel) | 1,200 - 12,000+ MAD/yr | Modern applications |
Domain Name#
- .ma domain: 200 - 350 MAD/year
- .com domain: 100 - 150 MAD/year
Maintenance and Updates#
| Maintenance Type | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic | 300 - 800 MAD/month |
| Standard | 800 - 2,000 MAD/month |
| Premium | 2,000 - 5,000 MAD/month |
Content#
- Copywriting (per page): 500 - 2,000 MAD
- Professional photos: 3,000 - 10,000 MAD
- Presentation video: 5,000 - 25,000 MAD
- Translation FR/AR: 0.5 - 1.5 MAD/word
Post-Launch Marketing#
- SEO: 3,000 - 15,000 MAD/month
- Google Ads: 3,000 - 20,000+ MAD/month
- Social Media: 2,500 - 10,000 MAD/month
DIY vs. Freelancer vs. Agency#
DIY (Do It Yourself)#
Popular tools: Wix (140-450 MAD/month), Squarespace, WordPress.com
Pros: Very low initial cost, full schedule control
Cons: Amateur results, limited SEO, significant learning curve (50-100h), negative brand impact
Hiring a Freelancer#
Pros: More affordable than agencies (-30 to -50%), direct communication
Cons: Dependency on one person, limited expertise, no continuity guarantee
Hiring a Digital Agency#
Pros: Multidisciplinary team, structured process, result guarantee, technical support
Cons: Higher cost, potentially longer timelines
When to choose an agency:
- Your website is strategic for your business
- You need multiple skills (design + dev + SEO)
- You want professional, high-performing results
- You have a budget of 12,000+ MAD
How to Get the Best Value#
1. Clearly Define Your Needs#
Before requesting quotes, precisely list your objectives, pages, features, target audience, and inspiring examples.
2. Compare At Least 3 Quotes#
Never choose the first quote received. Compare included services, not just prices.
3. Prioritize Quality Over Price#
A cheap website can be expensive long-term: redesign costs, lost customers, SEO penalties, security breaches.
4. Negotiate Smartly#
- Complete package (site + SEO + maintenance): 10-20% discount
- Payment in installments: 40% start, 30% midway, 30% delivery
- Long-term commitment: Annual maintenance is often cheaper
5. Invest in SEO from the Start#
A site without SEO is invisible. Plan your SEO budget from creation.
Recommended Budget by Business Type#
Entrepreneur / Startup#
- Showcase WordPress site: 8,000 - 15,000 MAD
- Hosting + domain (1 year): 800 - 1,500 MAD
- Content: 3,000 - 5,000 MAD
- Basic SEO: 2,000 - 3,000 MAD
- Total: 13,800 - 24,500 MAD
SME#
- Showcase or e-commerce site: 18,000 - 40,000 MAD
- Hosting + domain: 1,500 - 4,000 MAD
- Professional content: 5,000 - 15,000 MAD
- Monthly SEO (6 months): 18,000 - 48,000 MAD
- Maintenance (1 year): 6,000 - 18,000 MAD
- Total: 48,500 - 125,000 MAD
Large Enterprise#
- Institutional site / Application: 60,000 - 200,000+ MAD
- Cloud hosting: 6,000 - 24,000 MAD/year
- Premium multilingual content: 20,000 - 50,000 MAD
- SEO and digital marketing (1 year): 60,000 - 200,000+ MAD
- Premium maintenance: 24,000 - 60,000 MAD
- Total: 170,000 - 534,000+ MAD
Pitfalls to Avoid#
- Choosing solely on price: The cheapest site rarely provides the best ROI
- Forgetting recurring costs: Hosting, maintenance, updates, and marketing = 20-40% of initial cost yearly
- No clear contract: Insist on detailed deliverables, timelines, payment terms, code ownership
- Neglecting mobile: 78% of traffic in Morocco is mobile
- Ignoring SEO: A beautiful but invisible site is useless
- Underestimating content: "Content is King"
- No marketing budget: A website is a tool, not a magic solution
Conclusion: Invest Wisely in Your Website#
Website costs in Morocco in 2026 range from 3,000 MAD to over 200,000 MAD. Key takeaways:
- Showcase site: 8,000 - 25,000 MAD (recommended: 15,000 MAD)
- E-commerce site: 15,000 - 60,000 MAD (recommended: 30,000 MAD)
- Web application: 30,000 - 150,000+ MAD
- Recurring costs: Plan for 20-40% of initial cost annually
The best investment isn't the cheapest but the one with the best ROI. A professional, fast, well-optimized site is a powerful growth tool that pays for itself quickly.
The best investment isn't the cheapest but the one with the best ROI.
FAQ#
What is the average price of a showcase website in Morocco?#
A professional showcase site costs between 8,000 and 25,000 MAD in Morocco in 2026. The recommended budget for quality results is around 15,000 MAD, including design, development, content integration, and basic SEO optimization.
Is it possible to create a free website in Morocco?#
Technically yes, with platforms like free WordPress.com or Wix. But these solutions impose significant limitations: forced ads, unprofessional domain, no advanced SEO. For businesses, investing in a professional site is always more profitable in the medium term.
What are the hidden costs of a website?#
The main recurring costs often underestimated are: hosting (500-3,000 MAD/year), domain name (100-300 MAD/year), SSL certificate (free to 1,500 MAD/year), technical maintenance (2,000-10,000 MAD/year), and security updates. Plan for 20-40% of the initial cost annually.
Is a freelancer or agency better for creating a website in Morocco?#
A freelancer costs 30-50% less but offers expertise limited to one area. An agency provides a complete team (design, dev, SEO, content) and ensures continuity. For projects under 15,000 MAD, a freelancer may suffice. Beyond that, an agency offers more guarantees.
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Ayoub Agouzil
Founder & Digital Expert
Founder of Web Success and digital transformation expert with 5+ years of experience helping Moroccan businesses succeed online.
