Frequently Asked Questions

Booking a Call

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What happens when someone books a 30-minute call with you?

Once a call is booked, you'll immediately receive a confirmation email. It also includes an outline of what we’ll discuss during the discovery call.

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What should clients expect during the call?

During the discovery call, we dig into your business and goals. Our team takes a curious, strategic approach to uncover opportunities and figure out if working with Shadow is the right fit.

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Are there any specific questions you ask during the call?

Yes, we use a structured discovery script. You can view it here: Discovery Call Script

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Do clients need to prepare anything before the call?

Not necessarily. We'll guide the conversation, but having background info like your goals, stakeholders, and timeline can be helpful.

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How long does it take for you to confirm the booking and respond?

The booking is confirmed immediately.

Next Steps After the Call

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What happens after the initial call?

If we’re a good fit, we’ll put together a project plan, a detailed overview of our approach, budget, and timeline.

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Do you offer follow-up services or packages?

Yes. We offer long-term support for clients interested in ongoing collaboration.

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What are the typical next steps for a client interested in working with you?

We’ll review the project plan together and refine the approach, timeline, and budget. Then we’ll send a detailed proposal. Once it's approved, we’ll sign the agreement and get started.

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How do you communicate with clients after the call?

You’ll be added to a Slack channel with your dedicated project manager, designer, developer, and any other relevant team members. You’ll also get access to a custom dashboard with all key project information.

Pricing & Costs

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Do you offer fixed pricing or custom quotes?

All pricing is custom based on the project. We’ll break it down clearly by team member rates during the project plan review.

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What is the average cost of your services?
  • Development-only or migration: $25K minimum, most between $40K–$60K
  • Design + Development: $35K minimum, most between $60K–$100K
  • Support plans: Start at $3,500/month
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Do you offer payment plans or financing options?

Yes, we provide custom payment plans depending on your needs.

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Are there any hidden fees or additional costs clients should be aware of?

No. There are no hidden fees.

Process & Timelines

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How long does it typically take to complete your service?

Most projects take 6–12 weeks to complete, especially for full-service work and migrations.

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Are there any deadlines clients need to be aware of?

Yes, for design projects, it’s important to send feedback and revisions within 3 days to stay on track.

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What is the best way for clients to stay updated on the progress of their project?

You’ll get daily updates via Slack, weekly video updates from your project manager, and a weekly or bi-weekly meeting if you’d like. The project dashboard also always reflects the latest updates.

Technology & Capabilities

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What kind of tools and technologies do you use?

We work with a modern, flexible tech stack that includes Webflow, Rive, Spline3D, JavaScript, GSAP, Xano, Node.js, Express.js, REST APIs, Vercel, GitHub, Zapier, Make, and more. This mix lets us build everything from front-end experiences to complex backend systems and automations.

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Do you only build websites, or can you help with other types of digital products too?

While website design and development is a big part of our work, we’re not limited to that. We also build custom web applications, internal platforms, backend systems, and complex integrations. Whether you need a marketing site, a dashboard, or something more technical, we can support a wide range of digital solutions.

Additional Information

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What makes your process unique?

We don’t just build your website - we make sure your team can manage it too. We include training sessions and resources like a video and SOP library. Unlike other agencies that make your site harder to manage so you stay dependent, we believe empowering your team creates stronger partnerships.

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What common misconceptions do clients have about your work?

Some assume Webflow is only for startups or small companies. In reality, its enterprise features support organizations of all sizes, including the New York Times, Discord, Spotify, and Orange Theory.

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Any other important details clients should know?

Shadow is one of only ~50 Webflow Enterprise agencies worldwide. This recognition is awarded to top-tier partners who’ve repeatedly helped diverse clients succeed with Webflow.

Let’s talk.

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