Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered clearly
Straight answers to the questions business owners ask us most about websites, SEO, social media, advertising, pricing and how we work. Do not see your question? Call us at (416) 477-6373.
About Amber Mint
Amber Mint is a digital marketing agency based at 25 Sheppard Ave W in Toronto, serving businesses across Canada and the United States. We design custom websites and run digital marketing, including SEO, social media, paid advertising, email marketing, branding, motion graphics and 3D rendering.
Our team includes designers, developers, copywriters, marketers and ads specialists, so every part of your online presence can be planned together. Most of our work is done remotely, which lets us serve clients wherever they are.
Websites
The most common questions about getting a new website or redesigning an existing one:
- Cost: $300 per page plus tax, copywriting and licensed images included
- Foundation: Home, About, Services or Products, Blog and Contact
- Timeline: about three to six weeks for most sites
- Platform: WordPress, easy to update and grow
- Ownership: your website, domain and hosting are in your name
See the full details on our website design and development page and the answers below.
Marketing, SEO and advertising
We offer individual services and all-in-one monthly plans. SEO is $1,550 per month, paid ad campaigns are $400 each with the ad budget paid to the platform, and our digital marketing plans start at $989 per month with the ad budget included.
The answers below cover how long results take, what is included and how we report on progress.
Working with us
We keep things simple: a discovery call to understand your business, a clear quote, regular updates and your approval at every important step. You can reach us by phone at (416) 477-6373, by email at info@ambermint.ca or through our contact page.
Our team works Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Eastern, and our phone line answers questions any time.
Pricing and payments
Short answers to the money questions we hear most often. For full details, see our pricing page.
- Websites: $300 per page, plus tax, with copywriting and licensed images included
- Payment for websites: 50% to start and 50% at launch
- Monthly plans: Silver $989, Gold $1,490 and Premier $2,850 per month, with the ad budget included
- SEO: $1,550 per month
- Paid ads: $400 per campaign, with the ad budget paid to the platform
- Logo design: $550
- Currency: all prices are in Canadian dollars, plus applicable tax
Ownership, hosting and security
You own your website. Your domain and hosting are purchased in your name, and you receive the login details. If you ever decide to move to another provider or agency, your website goes with you.
Hosting and a domain usually cost about $50 to $100 per year. We recommend reliable hosting with an SSL certificate, so every page loads securely over https, and regular backups. If you choose one of our monthly plans, we also keep WordPress, your theme and plugins updated.
After your website launches
We train you on how to update text, images, blog posts and simple pages yourself, and we stay available for questions. Many clients add a monthly plan so we handle blog updates, SEO, social media and ads while they focus on running the business.
If something breaks or you need a change, call us at (416) 477-6373 or send a message. Small updates are quick, and new pages are always the same $300 each, designed to match the rest of your site.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Still have a question? Call (416) 477-6373 or send us a message. We reply quickly and in plain language.
How much does a website cost in Canada?
At Amber Mint, custom websites are $300 per page plus tax, including design, copywriting, licensed images, mobile optimization and basic SEO. Most business websites start with five core pages. Hosting and a domain add about $50 to $100 per year.
How many pages does my website need?
A professional business website starts with five core pages: Home, About, Services or Products, Blog and Contact. Most businesses add dedicated pages for their main services, products, menus or locations, because each page can rank on Google for its own searches.
How long does it take to build a website?
Most websites take three to six weeks from the first call to launch, depending on the number of pages, features and how quickly content is approved. E-commerce stores usually take five to eight weeks.
Do you use templates?
No. Every website is custom designed for your brand and your customers.
Is copywriting included?
Yes. Our copywriters write the content for every page, and you approve it before launch.
Are hosting and a domain included?
No. They usually cost about $50 to $100 per year and are purchased in your name, so you always own and control them. We help you set them up.
Do I own my website?
Yes. Your website, domain, hosting, designs and accounts belong to you. We keep nothing locked on our side.
Will my website work on phones?
Yes. We design mobile-first and test every page on phones, tablets and desktops.
Is SEO included with a new website?
Basic on-page SEO is included with every website: titles, meta descriptions, headings, image optimization, structured data, speed and a sitemap. Ongoing SEO is a separate monthly service at $1,550 per month.
Can you redesign my existing website?
Yes. We keep what works, protect your search rankings with redirects and rebuild the rest with modern design, faster code and clearer content.
What platform do you build on?
We build on WordPress, with WooCommerce for online stores. It is reliable, flexible and easy for you to update.
Can I update the website myself?
Yes. We train you to update text, images and blog posts. If you prefer, our Gold and Premier plans include website maintenance and blog updates.
How long does SEO take to work?
Most businesses see early improvements in two to three months and stronger growth over six to twelve months. No honest agency can guarantee a specific ranking.
How much do Google or Facebook ads cost?
Our fee to design and run a campaign is $400. The ad budget is separate and paid directly to Google or Meta, or included in our monthly plans.
What is included in your digital marketing plans?
Social media posts and stories, paid ad campaigns with the ad budget included, graphic design, website blog updates, keyword research, copywriting and Google Business management. Gold and Premier add motion graphics, email marketing and website maintenance.
Do you manage social media?
Yes. We plan, design and publish posts and stories across your platforms as part of our plans, or design individual posts for $70 each.
How much does a logo cost?
Professional logo design is $550 plus tax, including concepts, revisions and final files.
Do you work with businesses outside Toronto?
Yes. We serve businesses across Canada and the United States. Most projects are handled remotely by phone, email and video call.
How do payments work?
Websites are paid 50% to start and 50% at launch. Monthly plans and SEO are billed monthly. Other projects are quoted with a deposit to start.
Do you recommend a privacy policy and terms?
Yes. Terms and Conditions and a Privacy Policy protect your business and are expected by Google Ads, forms, payment systems and CRM tools.
Can you build an online store?
Yes. We build WooCommerce stores with secure checkout, shipping and tax setup. Pages are $300 each and store functionality is quoted per project.
How do I get started?
Call (416) 477-6373 or send a message through our contact page. We will learn about your business, suggest the right solution and give you a clear price.
Still have a question?
Call us or send a message. We are always happy to answer questions and share a few ideas.