Web Designer · West Sussex

Your business
deserves a website
that works.

I build clean, fast, handcrafted websites for small businesses and sole traders — so you can focus on what you do best.

100%
Custom built
14d
Avg. turnaround
5
Client rating
Max Inkster – Web Designer
No templates — hand-built
SEO-ready from day one
Based in West Sussex
Ongoing support included
Mobile-first design
Sound familiar?

Great businesses held back by a weak website

You've built something worth being proud of. Your website should say the same.

  • Your current site no longer reflects your businessYour business has moved forward, but your website hasn't kept up and no longer gives the right first impression.
  • Nobody can find you onlineYou're invisible on Google while competitors with worse services rank above you.
  • You have no website at allCustomers assume you're not legitimate — or worse, they find a competitor first.
  • You don't have time to deal with itRunning a business is enough. You need someone to handle it so you don't have to.
The solution

A website that represents you properly — done for you, fully.

From the first conversation to launch and beyond, I handle everything. You stay focused on your business.

  • Custom design tailored to your brand
  • Built for speed and Google rankings
  • Mobile-friendly on every device
  • Fully managed — you do nothing technical
  • Ongoing tweaks and updates included
  • Plain-English communication, always
How it works

From idea to live in four simple steps

No jargon, no confusion — a clear process you're part of every step of the way.

01

Discovery

We chat about your business, goals and brand. I listen and ask the right questions to build a clear brief.

02

Design & Build

I design and develop your site. You'll see a working preview before anything is finalised.

03

Review & Refine

You give feedback, I make it right. We go back and forth until you're genuinely happy.

04

Launch & Relax

Your site goes live. I handle hosting, maintenance and updates going forward.

Pricing

Clear, honest pricing. No surprises.

One simple setup fee, then a monthly plan that keeps your site managed, maintained and growing.

One-time setup fee
£199
Covers discovery, design, build & launch setup of your custom website
Website setup, design and launch
Domain remains yours
Website stays managed under your monthly plan
Contact form & Google Maps integration
Live within 2–3 weeks
Then choose your monthly plan

Ongoing management, updates and support — handled entirely by me.

Basic
Essentials, managed for you
Per month
£49.99
  • Hosting & security updates
  • Plugin & platform maintenance
  • Minor content amendments
  • Uptime monitoring
  • Email support
  • Design enhancements
  • SEO optimisation
  • Performance reports
Get Started

All packages begin with a free consultation. Not sure which plan suits you? Just ask.

Max Inkster – Web Designer, West Sussex
About Max

A designer who actually cares about your business

I'm Max — a 22-year-old web designer from Sussex with a passion for helping small businesses build a real online presence. Growing up around local businesses, I saw how many great ones were being held back by poor websites, or none at all.

Outside of design, I work in financial operations in London — which means I bring structure, attention to detail and clear thinking to every project. I treat your website like a business asset, not just a pretty page.

I'm building my portfolio and I value every client who joins me on that journey. You'll always deal directly with me — no agencies, no handoffs, no confusion.

✦ Detail-focused
Every pixel, every word — reviewed before it goes live.
✦ Clear comms
No jargon. You'll always know what's happening and when.
✦ Local roots
West Sussex based — available for in-person meetings.
✦ Long-term partner
I'm not just building a site. I'm invested in your growth.
What clients say

Real results for real businesses

★★★★★
"

Max built our site from scratch and it's exactly what we wanted. He made the whole process easy and was always quick to respond. We've had loads of new enquiries since going live.

A
Anonymous
Local café
★★★★★
"

I had no idea where to start with a website. Max took care of absolutely everything and explained it all clearly. The site looks genuinely professional and I'm really proud of it.

A
Anonymous
Individual salesperson
★★★★★
"

Worth every penny. Max is attentive, creative and really understood what I needed. He even spotted things I hadn't thought of. I'd recommend him to any small business owner.

A
Anonymous
Local business owner
FAQ

Questions you probably have

Still unsure? Just send me a message — there's no commitment.

Most sites are ready within 2–3 weeks from our first conversation. Premium projects can take 4–6 weeks. I'll always give you a clear timeline upfront.
Yes — your domain is yours. I manage the website for you as part of your plan, so the £199 setup fee covers the build and launch setup rather than a one-off purchase of the website itself.
Primarily WordPress — it's the most flexible and widely supported platform, and gives you the ability to update content yourself if you want to. Other platforms available on request.
It helps if you can provide your own photos and key information about your business. But I can help with copy structure and source stock imagery if needed — just let me know.
I handle hosting, security updates, plugin updates, content tweaks and any small changes you need. You just message me and it's done — no technical knowledge required on your end.
Absolutely. The majority of the process is done remotely via email and video call. I work with clients across the UK — location is no barrier.
Ready to get started?

Let's build something
you're proud to share.

Fill out a quick form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. No hard sell — just a conversation.