Web Design & Digital Services in Lebanon — FAQ

Yes. I build stores on WooCommerce and Shopify with the payment methods that actually work here: Whish Money, areeba / NetCommerce card processing and cash on delivery. Where your business is eligible, PayPal or Stripe can be added too. Every store is fast, mobile-first and SEO-ready.

Lebanon has realities most developers don't handle. Whish Money is the most used wallet; areeba and NetCommerce process cards through Lebanese banks; OMT works for certain transfers; and cash on delivery remains the most common choice. For GCC sales, Stripe, PayPal and regional gateways can be added. I'll recommend the right mix for your customers and margins.

WooCommerce gives you full ownership, no monthly platform fee and the easiest integration with local payment methods, so it's my usual pick for local stores. Shopify is simpler to run and suits GCC-focused or dropshipping stores. However, its monthly fees and gateway limits in Lebanon need to be weighed. I'll walk you through both honestly.

Absolutely. Prices can show in USD with an LBP equivalent, or customers can switch currency, using an exchange rate you control. Because the rate fluctuates, you can update pricing in seconds and avoid selling at a loss.

Yes. I connect stores to Lebanese delivery services, send order notifications on WhatsApp, and can even build a WhatsApp ordering flow. Restaurants, shops and small brands in Beirut especially benefit, because it combines a proper store with the channels customers already use.

Yes — WordPress is the core of my work. I build custom WordPress sites and WooCommerce stores, migrate from other platforms, rescue broken installations and handle speed, security and maintenance for businesses in Beirut, across Lebanon and in the GCC.

Both, depending on the project. Elementor lets you edit content easily and keeps costs down, which suits most small businesses. When speed and scale matter most, I use lighter custom themes and hand-written code instead. Either way, I'll be honest about the trade-offs.

I help you choose reliable hosting for visitors in Lebanon and the GCC, then set up SSL, email and backups. I also register your domain, including .lb and .com.lb. Importantly, hosting and domains go in your name — I configure them, but you own them.

Yes. Plans are priced by site size and support level. They cover WordPress, theme and plugin updates, security monitoring, backups, uptime checks, small content changes and priority support. As a result, your site stays fast, secure and online. Plans are month-to-month, with no lock-in.

Certainly. Slow, hacked or broken sites are a common request. I audit the site, fix the root issues, optimise images and code, add caching and a CDN, and secure it — usually without a rebuild. If the problems run deeper, I'll say so and recommend a redesign instead.

Common signs: it looks dated, it's slow on a phone, it doesn't bring enquiries, you can't update it, or it isn't ranking on Google. If your website is a customer's first impression and you're not proud of it, it's time. I'll review it for free and tell you whether it needs a refresh, a rebuild or a few fixes.

Not if it's done properly. I keep existing URLs where possible, add 301 redirects for anything that changes, preserve titles and content that already rank, and resubmit the site to Google Search Console. Done carefully, a redesign usually improves rankings because the new site is faster. That's why SEO is part of every redesign I do.

A typical redesign takes 2 to 5 weeks, depending on size and how much content is reused. Costs are usually lower than a new build because the content already exists. After a free review of your current site, you'll get a fixed USD quote.

Yes. I migrate sites from Wix, Squarespace and older developers to WordPress, keeping your content and redirecting old URLs so traffic isn't lost. If your previous developer holds your domain or hosting, I'll help you take control first — you should always own your website.

I'm an independent web developer based in Beirut, so you work directly with me from the first call to launch and beyond. There are no account managers, no outsourcing and no agency overhead. For larger projects I bring in trusted specialists, but I remain your single point of contact.

Both. I meet clients in person in Beirut when it helps, and I work remotely with businesses across Lebanon, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. Most communication runs over WhatsApp, calls and video meetings, and you can review progress online at every stage.

First, a free consultation. Second, a clear proposal with scope, price and timeline. Then design, which you approve before development starts. Next, development, content and SEO setup, followed by testing on mobile and desktop. Finally, launch, training and full handover — plus post-launch support.

Yes — 100%. Once the project is delivered and paid, you own the website, content, design files, domain, hosting and any custom code. There's no vendor lock-in, so you can host it anywhere or hand it to another developer whenever you choose.

Projects are quoted in USD at a fixed price. A deposit starts the work and the balance is due at launch; larger projects are split into milestones. Accepted methods depend on where you're based — cash, bank transfer and local options in Lebanon, or bank transfer and online payment for GCC and international clients. Everything is confirmed in writing first.

You get a handover session so you can update content yourself, plus a period of free support for fixes and questions. After that, you can choose a monthly maintenance plan or contact me project by project. In fact, many clients add SEO, ads or a store later as they grow.

SEO is a long-term strategy. Most businesses see meaningful results within 3 to 6 months, with stronger rankings and qualified leads between 6 and 12 months. Local SEO moves faster; competitive markets like Dubai and Riyadh take longer. Throughout, you get a clear roadmap and monthly reports.

Pricing depends on your industry, competition and whether you target Lebanon, the GCC or international markets. Monthly packages include keyword research, on-page and technical SEO, content, local SEO, link building and reporting. Book a free consultation for a customised quote.

Yes. I provide bilingual SEO in Arabic and English: Arabic keyword research, content optimisation, on-page SEO for RTL sites and strategies tailored to Lebanon, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. Arabic search is a major opportunity that most agencies overlook.

Local SEO is one of the most powerful tools for a Beirut business. I optimise your Google Business Profile, build citations, set up a review process, add local schema and create location-targeted content. Consequently, your business appears in the map pack when nearby customers search — ideal for restaurants, clinics, salons and retail.

AI assistants recommend businesses they can verify. That means a consistent identity across your website, Google Business Profile and directories; schema that describes what you do and where; content that answers questions directly; and genuine reviews. I build this into every project — see my AI Search Optimization playbook for Lebanon and the GCC on the blog.

Content strategy, a monthly calendar, custom post graphics, reel editing, captions in Arabic and English, hashtag research, scheduling, community management and monthly reports. Most clients start with 12 to 20 posts per month across Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Packages are tailored to your goals.

For most small businesses in Lebanon, $300 to $1,000 per month is enough to test and gather data. Businesses in Dubai, Riyadh and the wider GCC usually start higher because competition is stronger. I'll recommend a budget for your market, and scale only when the data proves it's profitable.

Yes, and I'm transparent about it. I charge a flat monthly fee or a percentage of ad spend, separate from what you pay Google or Meta. So you always know what goes to ads, what goes to management and what return you're getting.

Brand discovery, primary and secondary logos, colour palette, typography, guidelines, stationery, social templates and all files (PNG, JPG, SVG, AI, EPS, PDF). A full identity takes 3 to 6 weeks; a standalone logo is faster. You own every file and right forever. Rebrands are available too.

Definitely. Social content, ad copy and website copy can be produced in both Arabic and English, tailored to audiences in Lebanon, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC. Bilingual content consistently improves engagement across the region.

Yes. I build iOS and Android apps — native (Swift, Kotlin) or cross-platform (React Native, Flutter) — and handle App Store and Google Play publishing. Most apps take 2 to 6 months, although a simple MVP can launch in 6 to 8 weeks. Maintenance plans keep the app updated afterwards.

I do. Custom CRMs, booking systems, inventory and order management, dashboards, portals and automation tools built around how your business works. Unlike Odoo or Zoho, you own the source code, pay no per-user fees and can extend the system as you grow. Quotes are milestone-based.

Yes. Product, food, real estate and corporate photography, event coverage, brand videos and short-form reels — produced in Beirut and across Lebanon, with GCC shoots available. Photos are delivered within 5 to 10 business days and videos within 7 to 21, depending on complexity.

Absolutely. Many clients start with one service — a website, SEO, an ad campaign or a redesign — and add others later. There's no bundle requirement. Even if someone else built your site, I can take over SEO, maintenance or improvements.