Get a professionally designed business website at no cost
Takes about 3 minutes · No payment info required
The problem
Customers can't choose your business if they can't understand it
A referral, Facebook page, or Google Business Profile may help someone discover you. But without a proper website, potential customers may still be wondering what you do, whether they can trust you, if you serve their area, and how to request a quote.
Do you provide the service I need?
If your services are not presented clearly, customers may assume you are not the right fit.
Can I trust this business?
If customers can't quickly find reviews, photos, or business details, choosing you feels riskier.
Do you serve my area?
Unclear service-area information creates doubt and unnecessary calls.
How do I request a quote?
Every extra step between interest and contact gives the customer another chance to leave.
Your website should answer these questions before they become reasons to choose someone else.
Outcomes
Give customers a clearer reason to choose you
We help you turn more of the customers already searching for you into calls, not the competitor down the street.
Explain your services clearly
Visitors quickly understand what you do, who you help, and where you work.
Build trust before they call
Your experience and reviews sit up front, so customers trust you before the phone rings.
Make the next step obvious
One clear quote form, so customers never have to hunt for a phone number or guess how to reach you.
A home online you actually own
Social media like TikTok can restrict your reach, change their algorithm, or lock you out. Your website always works, on your terms.
Get found beyond your followers
Instagram only reach people who already follow you. A website shows up when new customers search Google for what you do.
A good website makes it easier for customers to understand, trust, and choose you.
Why it's free
Why are you offering this for free?
Too many good Alberta service businesses lose customers to competitors with a better website, not a better business. We started this program to fix that for a few local businesses at a time. In August, we're opening 2 spots for a free, professionally built website.
If selected, you receive the website at no cost. After you review and approve the completed site, we ask for an honest testimonial, a Google or Clutch review, and permission to share the project so other local businesses can see what's possible.
The exchange is simple
You Receive
- A custom one-page business website
- Professional design and development
- Launch support
- A mobile-friendly build
- A contact or quote form
- Launch and domain-connection assistance
BitForward Receives
- Your honest feedback
- A testimonial we can share
- Permission to show other local businesses what's possible
You will never be required to leave a positive review. We ask only for an honest one after the website has been completed and approved.
What's included
Everything you need to launch a credible first website
The program is designed to give your business a professional online foundation without adding unnecessary complexity.
Custom one-page design
Structured around your services, trust signals, and primary customer action.
Mobile-friendly build
Works clearly across phones, tablets, and desktop.
Contact / quote form
Sends customer inquiries directly to your business.
Copy assistance
Help organizing and refining your messaging.
Basic on-page SEO
Titles, metadata, headings, and local-search setup.
Analytics setup
See how visitors use your website.
Domain connection
Help connecting a domain you own or purchase.
Launch support
Technical setup and support publishing the site.
Our work
What could your new website look like?
Mix of completed client projects and concept designs.
Who qualifies
Is your business a good fit?
This program is intentionally selective. It works best for Alberta service businesses that match the following.
Based in Alberta. Your business operates and serves customers somewhere in Alberta.
Actively serving customers. You're a real, operating business today, not a pre-launch idea.
No website, or one that's holding you back. No site, an outdated one, or one that isn't generating inquiries.
Ready to share details and photos. You can provide accurate business info and photos we can use.
Open to giving reviews and being featured as a case study. You're comfortable with BitForward documenting and featuring the project publicly.
We can only take on a small number of free builds each month. Only 2 spots for August. Selection is based on fit and readiness, not first-come, first-served.
How it works
From application to launch
- 01
Apply
Tell us about your business, current online presence, and goals. We review every application for fit.
- 02
Get selected
If chosen, you'll share your business details, images, and reviews so we have everything needed to start.
- 03
Design & build
We plan, write, design, and build your one-page website around your services, trust signals, and goals.
- 04
Launch & review
Preview the site, request one consolidated revision, and approve before we help you launch.
Costs & Ownership
Know exactly what you will pay before you apply.
Spoiler: There is no charge from BitForward.
What you will pay
$0
Website build
Design and development, included for selected businesses.$0
Hosting
No required BitForward hosting package or affiliate plan.$0
Monthly contract
No required BitForward monthly contract for the build.Your only expected cost: a domain name, typically $15–$20 per year, paid directly to the registrar, not BitForward.
What you keep
A custom website built for you. Designed around your services, customers, and goals.
Your domain and source code. Your domain is registered in your name, and the project code is handed over to you.
Your analytics and lead data. Track website activity and leads in your own accounts.
Your operating tools. Booking, forms, email, and integrations stay under your control.
Transparent
No lock-in
You stay in control
True value
FAQ
Questions about the program
Answers to the most common questions about cost, hosting, ownership, and what happens after you apply.
Application Form
Apply for a free website
Tell us a little about your business and current website. The application takes about two minutes. No payment information is required.
Your application has been received
Thank you for applying. BitForward will review your business, website needs, and project fit. You should receive an email within approximately three business days.
- We review your application.
- We may look at your Google listing, social profiles, or existing website.
- If the project appears suitable, we will send a few follow-up questions or invite you to a short fit call.
- If selected, you will receive a simple written project agreement before work begins.