Straight answers on cost, timeline, hosting, and getting found on Google — for restaurants, clinics, boutiques, and local brands across Beirut and MENA.
How much does a website cost in Lebanon?+
At Forj, websites start at $500, e-commerce stores at $1,000, web apps at $1,500, and mobile apps at $3,000. The final price depends on the number of pages, features, and integrations. Every project includes a mobile-friendly design and basic Google setup so customers can find you.
How long does it take to build a website?+
A standard business website is live in about 3 weeks. Forj uses AI-accelerated workflows to ship in weeks what traditional agencies take months to deliver. E-commerce stores and web apps take longer depending on complexity.
Do I still need a website if I use Instagram?+
Yes. Instagram is rented space — you don't control the algorithm, the layout, or whether customers can see your prices, hours, and menu without messaging you. A website works 24/7, shows up on Google, takes orders or bookings automatically, and builds trust a DM-only business can't. Most small businesses quietly lose the customers who don't want to send a DM just to ask a simple question.
What does Forj do?+
Forj is a Beirut-based digital studio that designs and builds websites, e-commerce stores, web apps, and mobile apps. We also handle SEO, generative engine optimization (getting cited by AI assistants), and AI integration. You work directly with the people building your project — no juniors, no handoffs.
Where is Forj based and who do you work with?+
Forj is based in Beirut, Lebanon, and works with businesses across Lebanon and the wider MENA region, with global delivery. We specialize in small and medium businesses: restaurants, clinics, boutiques, and local brands.
Will my website show up on Google?+
Yes. Every Forj project is built to be found — clean technical SEO, fast load times, and a Google Business Profile setup so you appear in local search and maps. We also optimize for AI assistants like ChatGPT and Gemini, so your business can be recommended when people ask them for suggestions.
Do you provide hosting and a domain?+
Yes. Forj sets up your domain, hosting, and Google tools as part of the build, so you launch with everything connected and don't have to manage the technical pieces yourself.
Can you redesign or fix my existing website?+
Yes. Forj redesigns and rebuilds sites that are slow, outdated, hard to update, or simply not bringing in customers. We start with a free teardown that shows exactly what's costing you customers before any work begins.