From intake to go-live on Astro: fixed price, no templates and no monthly licences.
ClickForest designs and builds business websites for SMEs in Flanders, based in Antwerp and Mechelen. From a clean brochure site to a full multilingual platform with blog, lead management, AI chatbot and CMS integration, always built on the Astro platform.
Every project starts with the fundamentals: fast load times, correct SEO structure and a design that turns visitors into leads. Additional layers are added only after that. No unnecessary complexity, but a robust digital base that lasts for years. In the region? See website development in Mechelen.
Having a website built by a specialist is about more than good looks. ClickForest builds websites on the Astro platform, hosted on Cloudflare: load times under two seconds, perfect Core Web Vitals and a one-time build cost plus a low, predictable infrastructure cost from €39 per month, which ClickForest invoices yearly in advance, with no expensive platform licences or plugin subscriptions. The result is a website that earns the trust of both visitors and Google from day one.
Quick overview
Every project starts with an introductory call to define the right scope. Below are the three packages we offer as a starting point for the quote.
From €3,995 one-time
For businesses that need a professional online presence without extra functionality.
Custom
For businesses that also want to publish content and follow up leads structurally.
Custom
For ambitious businesses with complex digital needs and a long-term horizon.
Fixed price from €3,995, no surprises
Astro is a modern web framework that generates pages as pure HTML, without sending unnecessary JavaScript to the browser. That directly translates into speed, security and lower maintenance costs.
Astro generates static HTML at build time. No database or server is needed to render a page. Visitors receive the full page immediately, with no waiting time.
In 2025, 11,334 new vulnerabilities were discovered in the WordPress ecosystem, 42 percent more than in 2024, and 91 percent of them were in plugins (source: Patchstack, 2026). Astro has no plugins, no database and no PHP: the attack surface is nearly zero.
We host every site on Cloudflare Workers: a global edge network with more than 300 locations and automatic SSL. No expensive platform licences, just one low and predictable monthly infrastructure cost for hosting and email.
Core Web Vitals are not an afterthought but the result of a correct approach: optimised fonts, lazy loading, critical CSS and no render-blocking scripts.
Technical stack
Many SMEs have an outdated WordPress site that loads slowly, is difficult to maintain and costs money every month in plugins and hosting. Below is the comparison that makes the decision easier. You can read the full trade-off in the blog post Astro or WordPress?
| Criterion | Astro (ClickForest) | WordPress |
|---|---|---|
| Load speed | Under 2 seconds as standard | Slow without heavy optimisation |
| Security | No database, no plugins, minimal risk | Daily attacks via plugins and themes |
| Monthly cost | From €39 via ClickForest (hosting + email), billed yearly | Hosting 20-60/month plus paid plugins |
| Maintenance | No plugin updates, no security patches | Weekly updates required to stay secure |
| SEO output | Semantic HTML, schema.org, hreflang as standard | Depends on plugins (Yoast, RankMath) |
| Content management | Via Storyblok CMS or support on request | WordPress admin (familiar interface) |
Honest advice
Because ClickForest combines technology and strategy. A beautiful website that loads slowly or generates no leads is not an investment, it is a cost. We build websites that resonate with both visitors and search engines.
Information structure, navigation and page hierarchy are determined first. The visual layer follows only after that. A website that looks great but is poorly structured does not convert.
Load speed is not optional. We deliver every site with a Lighthouse score above 95 on mobile. Not as a marketing point, but because it is the standard.
Schema.org, canonicals, hreflang, sitemap, meta tags and structured page titles are part of the build process, not an afterthought. Google indexes correct HTML faster and more reliably.
No monthly plugin licences, no hosting bill that suddenly increases, no mandatory maintenance packages. The client pays once for the build and then only a low, predictable monthly infrastructure cost.
No account manager acting as translator. Analysis, design and code come from Frederiek Pascal, founder of ClickForest. That makes projects faster, tighter and more consistent.
The proof is online: the rebuilt site of Servaes Services loads 4 times faster than the old PHP version and scores 95/100 on PageSpeed mobile. See how Servaes Services went from a slow PHP site to a fast Astro site.
Frederiek, may I congratulate and thank you for the design of our website? The result looks really beautiful. Top!
Rudi Servaes, Managing Director Servaes Services
ClickForest works with a fixed timeline and a clear quote. No open-ended projects, no scope expansion without discussion.
We map the requirements: page structure, target audience, desired features and existing content. The client then receives a quote with a fixed price, timeline and scope. No surprises afterwards.
We build the website and show a preview on a secured Cloudflare environment. The client gives feedback before go-live. Minor adjustments are included in the quote.
Controlled go-live with DNS transfer, SSL check and an initial crawl in Google Search Console. The client then receives a handover document with credentials, technical details and guidance on day-to-day management.
Every website we deliver is assessed against an internal checklist of 21 categories: from performance and security to accessibility, multilingual support and SEO. Not as a formality, but as the definition of done.
Definition of done
Not every client needs a CMS. Those who publish blog posts regularly or want to update page content manage that themselves via Storyblok. Those who prefer not to maintain anything leave the updates to us.
Cloud CMS with a visual editor and clear dashboard for text, images and pages. Ideal for managing content regularly yourself, also with multiple people.
For those who change little: we process updates on request. A support arrangement without a monthly cost, and without having to learn a tool.
No-obligation intake in Mechelen or online. Honest advice on scope, price and approach.
A brochure site starts from €3,995 (one-time); above that the price depends on the scope: number of pages, required features (blog, forms, multilingual support, CMS) and design complexity. ClickForest always works with a custom quote for SMEs in Mechelen, Antwerp and across Belgium after an introductory call, clear scope, timeline and investment, no surprises. For a more detailed overview of all pricing factors, read the blog post What does a website cost?
ClickForest delivers a brochure site for SMEs in Mechelen, Antwerp and the rest of Belgium in two to three weeks on average. A fuller business website with blog, lead management and integrations usually takes four to six weeks. Custom platforms are planned per project.
A brochure site presents the business and its services, with a contact form as the only interaction. A business website adds a blog, lead management, tracking and optionally a CMS, allowing the company to publish content and follow up leads structurally.
Not necessarily. Small businesses rarely update their website and would pay unnecessarily for a CMS licence. ClickForest assesses per case whether a CMS makes sense: for blogs and regular content updates, Storyblok is an excellent choice. If you mainly want a stable, fast presentation site, it is not needed.
ClickForest does not build new WordPress sites. WordPress carries significant technical debt: slow load times, security vulnerabilities and monthly plugin costs. ClickForest uses Astro as its build platform, resulting in significantly better Core Web Vitals, lower maintenance risk and a low, predictable monthly infrastructure cost instead of escalating plugin and hosting fees.
Astro is a modern web framework that generates pages as static HTML by default. No heavy JavaScript bundle is sent to the browser, resulting in load times under two seconds, perfect Lighthouse scores and a dramatically smaller attack surface. ClickForest hosts all sites on Cloudflare Workers, a global CDN network with automatic SSL, at a low and predictable infrastructure cost from €39 per month for hosting and email, which ClickForest invoices yearly in advance.
Yes, if desired. The business website and custom platform packages can include a CMS (Storyblok) that lets you manage blog posts, page content and images independently. Outsourcing updates to ClickForest is also possible: support on request, without a monthly cost.
A new website does not have to cost you Google rankings if the switch is handled correctly. Before go-live, ClickForest maps all existing URLs and sets up 301 redirects from every old URL to the right new page, so Google links the accumulated value to the new site. Well-performing content, titles and metadata are carried over or improved, and after go-live a check in Google Search Console follows. This redirect-and-check approach is standard practice in every website replacement by ClickForest.
After going live, ClickForest provides one month of aftercare: small adjustments, technical questions and fine-tuning are included. For ongoing structural support, a maintenance and retainer arrangement is available.
After go-live, ClickForest helps grow traffic, leads and revenue on the new site through online marketing, SEO and AI-powered tools.
Client reviews
Why entrepreneurs love working with ClickForest.
Excellent service and a beautiful end result. My website was built professionally, with great attention to detail and user-friendliness. Smooth communication, fast execution and a very pleasant collaboration. Definitely recommended!!!
From the very first conversation I immediately felt a connection with Frederiek. The passion and dedication he puts into his work and projects has genuinely moved me on more than one occasion. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge, and that really comes through! He is also open to dialogue and always stays close to the ball, making every small step feel like a giant leap forward. What impresses me most is his long-term vision. From the very beginning of our collaboration you can feel that he is not just out to deliver work and send an invoice. He thinks ahead with me towards where I want my project to be in one year, three years, five years and beyond. Thank you for all your wonderful work so far, Frederiek, and I hope we can continue to work together successfully for many years to come!
Five years ago I went all-in and made a bold investment. The restaurant was a thing of the past, and the new webshop built by Clickforest became our future. What started as an emergency solution grew into a beautiful, well-running Shopify shop and a collaboration with a reliable, trusted partner I can count on completely. In hindsight, it was a bull's-eye. When corona forced all restaurants to close, I knew immediately: this is going to last longer than three weeks. I refused to give up and decided to look forward. As a chef and restaurant owner I had zero experience with online marketing or SEO, it was completely new to me. But thanks to Frederiek at Clickforest I learnt step by step how it all works. The result? Our sales grow every year. Frederiek keeps coming with new ideas and handy tools to improve the shop further, I just need to put them into practice. Today I enjoy quality of life again. More and more processes are automated, so the webshop runs in the evening while I used to be sweating in the kitchen. I now have a stable, loyal team for many years, and all of that thanks to the single decision to go all-in on the online shop and trust Frederiek blindly. Even today we are still expanding. Our delivery is now split into zones, and Frederiek built that seamlessly into our shop. My ChatGPT has meanwhile been turned into Bastiano's own content studio, yet another smart step forward thanks to him. If I had to give stars, five stars would be far too few. 10/10 mate! Without Frederiek I would never have made it. Eternal gratitude! Debby Swinnen - Owner - Bastiano Italian cuisine con tanto amore ❤️
From the very first conversation with Frederiek at Clickforest we knew we were dealing with the right person. His approach is not only well thought-out and strategic, but also surprisingly confrontational, in the most positive sense of the word. He immediately put his finger on pain points we had not even considered ourselves. Frederiek has an impressive and in-depth knowledge of marketing, Shopify, Google and Meta. What truly sets him apart is his ability to seamlessly integrate all these platforms into one powerful whole. Moreover, Frederiek is an extremely pleasant person to work with. He is clear in his communication, thinks along with you, is enthusiastic and at the same time realistic. In short: if you are looking for someone who thinks beyond standard solutions and works towards the best result in a pleasant way, Clickforest is more than the right choice.
ClickForest combines AI, online marketing and e-commerce in a way you simply won't find anywhere else. Thanks to their approach you quickly see tangible results.
ClickForest delivers top results! Professional, innovative and always focused on measurable growth. A real recommendation for anyone who wants to make an impact online.
A very pleasant collaboration with the ClickForest team. They really listen to your wishes, think proactively and deliver quality. Thanks to their expertise we have made great strides online. Absolutely recommended!
ClickForest stands for expertise and tailored advice. Not traditional marketing, but marketing with an idea that builds towards effective growth.
One-stop shop for online marketing, e-commerce and AI. Professional agency. Up to date on all the latest developments. Thinks along with the client and is results-oriented.
A marketing, e-commerce and AI advisor who really knows their stuff! Extremely proactive approach and always up to date with the latest trends. Highly recommended!
The most reliable e-commerce expertise and execution!
As a small business owner, SEO always felt like a distraction from my work, but that changed completely when I started working with Frederiek at ClickForest. I am by nature quite sceptical about digital marketing, but Frederiek treated my small business with the same care you would expect from a large corporate client. Instead of leaving me in the dark, he took the time to explain the fundamentals so I could better understand my own website. That transparency genuinely gave me more confidence and a valuable new set of tools. He handled the time difference between the US and Europe very well and was always willing to jump on a call when it suited me. He also worked directly with my web developer to complete the technical and on-page changes without any issues or downtime. Our visibility has increased enormously and I finally feel that I have our organic growth under control. If you are based in the United States and are looking for someone who knows their stuff and genuinely cares about your business, I can wholeheartedly recommend ClickForest.
Clickforest is not just a digital agency. Their advice makes a real difference. Every recommendation feels tailored, actionable and based on genuine experience. They do not simply push generic marketing tactics; they take the time to understand your goals and give you clear, structured guidance that actually delivers results. The team's knowledge and strategic thinking have saved me time, money and a great deal of trial and error. If you are looking for a partner who delivers real value instead of empty buzzwords, I wholeheartedly recommend Clickforest.
The most important part of a successful and profitable webshop is a team that understands your needs and ambitions. With ClickForest you have a dedicated team of experts that helps you refine the how and why, maps out your strategy together with you and combines this with impressive results.
ClickForest combines digital efficiency, innovation and human values: the ideal agency to accelerate the growth of your business while remaining true to your needs and goals.
Thanks to the tips from ClickForest on using the right AI tools, my productivity has increased enormously. The tips are tailored and explained in plain language. I simply cannot do without them anymore! My follow-up questions were also answered quickly and specifically. Many thanks!
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