Hosting and SSL
Production hosting with SSL as part of the managed plan.
Service
Managed websites that stay online, secured, and editable without making you the webmaster.
Hosting, SSL, maintenance, support, analytics foundations, and plan-based updates — so the site remains a working asset after launch.
Buyer problem
The buyer problem: launch is not the finish line
Many small businesses pay for a one-time site, then discover nobody owns hosting renewals, content edits, form fixes, or search hygiene. DIY builders shift that burden onto the owner every month.
A managed website keeps technical care with the studio and ties updates to a clear plan. You still approve meaningful changes; you do not have to operate the stack alone.
When the business later needs portals or payments, managed brochure care can connect to custom development instead of forcing every feature into a fragile plugin pile.
What’s included
Scope that typically comes with this service
Exact inclusions depend on the plan and written scope. This is the practical shape of the work.
Maintenance and support
Core upkeep and a support path for the live site.
Business email as scoped
Plan-based mailbox counts for professional addresses.
Forms and contact paths
Lead capture that matches how you actually want inquiries.
Analytics foundations
Measurement setup where scoped so activity is visible.
Plan-based updates
Content and structure improvements on the cadence of the plan.
Deliverables
What you can expect to receive
- A hosted website matching the agreed page set and plan level.
- SSL and baseline security/maintenance practices for the managed environment.
- Documented or in-product paths for requesting updates according to plan.
- Analytics and indexing foundations when included in scope.
- A clear upgrade path to higher plans or custom development when needs grow.
Which plan fits
Match the work to a starting plan
Starter Page is $100 setup + $50/mo (not eligible for EXPAND50). Essentials from $399/mo, Basic from $950/mo, Business from $1,450/mo. Use EXPAND50 on /start/ for 50% off the first year on Essential and larger plans.
Starter Page — $100 setup + $50/mo
One-page managed presence. Not eligible for EXPAND50.
Website Essentials — from $399/mo
Multi-page managed foundation with SEO/AEO/GEO setup and support. EXPAND50 eligible.
Basic — from $950/mo
Stronger structure, local search emphasis, and ongoing improvements. EXPAND50 eligible.
Business — from $1,450/mo
Larger search/content systems and workflow depth where scoped. EXPAND50 eligible.
Custom build
When portals, payments, or automation exceed managed brochure scope.
Public capability proof
Real public sites and platforms
Proof links point only to public studio work. No invented client quotes or ranking claims.
MicStage
Public entertainment and venue-facing presence work. micstage.com
Boating Chicago
Local service marketing site with clear offers and contact paths. boatingchicago.com
LeaguePour
Product and community-facing web presence. leaguepour.com
VenueSprocket
Venue operations platform work. venuesprocket.com
RentalNoodle
Rental marketplace and product surface. rentalnoodle.com
Project archive
Additional public examples and write-ups. iscreamstudio.com/projects/ Platform-style owned demos such as The Drink Place show searchable systems beyond a brochure site.
Not included
Clear boundaries
- Guaranteed search rankings, leads, or revenue.
- Unlimited design revisions outside plan and scope.
- Paid advertising management unless separately agreed.
- Unscoped custom applications, marketplaces, or complex integrations.
- Fake reviews, fabricated client lists, or ranking badges.
FAQ
Common questions
What does managed website mean at iScream Studio?
It means the studio hosts the site, keeps SSL and core maintenance in place, provides support, and updates content or structure according to the plan — instead of handing over files and disappearing.
Is Starter Page a managed plan?
Yes. Starter Page is a managed one-page presence at $100 setup plus $50/mo. It is not eligible for EXPAND50.
What is not included in managed website care?
Unlimited redesigns, guaranteed rankings, paid ad management, and unscoped custom software are not included. Custom portals and complex integrations are separate scopes.
Which plan should I pick?
Starter Page for a simple presence. Essentials for a multi-page managed foundation. Basic and Business when local search, content volume, and workflows grow. Compare details on /compare/.
How do I start?
Open /start/ to choose a plan, optionally enter EXPAND50 for eligible plans, or email hello@iscreamstudio.com with questions.