Question 1

What does Aplinode do?

Accepted Answer

Aplinode is a full-service software development studio. We design, build, and maintain digital products — websites, web apps, admin panels, databases, and automation systems — for startups, agencies, and businesses across industries.

Question 2

What types of businesses do you work with?

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We work with startups building their MVP, SaaS companies scaling their platforms, agencies needing white-label solutions, restaurants going digital, healthcare providers needing compliance, e-commerce brands, coaches, consultants, and more.

Question 3

Where is Aplinode based?

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We work remotely with clients worldwide. Our distributed team collaborates across time zones using modern tools to ensure seamless communication and delivery.

Question 4

How do I get started?

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Simply reach out through our contact page or book a free discovery call. We'll discuss your project, understand your goals, and provide a tailored proposal with clear timelines and pricing.

Question 5

How long does it take to build a website?

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Timelines depend on complexity. A professional landing page takes 1-2 weeks. Multi-page business sites take 2-4 weeks. Complex web applications and SaaS platforms can take 4-12 weeks depending on features and integrations.

Question 6

What technologies do you use?

Accepted Answer

We primarily use modern JavaScript ecosystems: React/Next.js for frontend, Node.js for backend, Supabase/Firebase for databases, and Tailwind CSS for styling. We choose the best tech stack based on your project requirements.

Question 7

Will my website be mobile-friendly?

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Absolutely. Every product we build is responsive-first and tested across smartphones, tablets, and desktops. We follow mobile-first design principles and test on real devices, not just simulators.

Question 8

Can you integrate with my existing tools?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have extensive experience integrating with third-party services including Stripe, Slack, Google Workspace, HubSpot, Shopify, Mailchimp, and many more through REST APIs and webhooks.

Question 9

Do you offer revisions during the design phase?

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Yes, our process includes structured revision cycles during the design phase. We typically include 2-3 revision rounds to ensure the final design aligns perfectly with your vision before development begins.

Question 10

Do I need to provide design inputs?

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Not necessarily. We handle the entire design process from research to final mockups. However, if you have brand guidelines, references, or preferences, sharing them helps us nail the vision faster.

Question 11

Will the design match my brand?

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Always. We start every project by understanding your brand identity — colors, typography, tone, and audience. The final design will be a faithful reflection of your brand, enhanced with modern UX principles.

Question 12

What is your pricing model?

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We work on a project-based pricing model for most engagements. After the discovery phase, we provide a fixed-price quote with clear deliverables and milestones. For ongoing work, we offer monthly retainers.

Question 13

Do you offer payment plans?

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Yes. We typically split payments into milestones — for example, 40% upfront, 30% at design approval, and 30% at launch. We can customize the payment structure based on project size.

Question 14

What's included in a project quote?

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Every quote includes design, development, testing, deployment, and basic post-launch support. We break down exactly what you're getting so there are no hidden costs or surprises.

Question 15

Do you provide maintenance after launch?

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Yes, we offer flexible maintenance packages that include hosting management, security updates, performance monitoring, content updates, and priority support. Plans start from monthly retainers.

Question 16

Do you provide hosting services?

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Yes, we offer managed hosting solutions through Vercel, Cloudflare, and dedicated servers. We handle deployment, SSL certificates, CDN configuration, backups, and ongoing performance monitoring.

Question 17

What if I need changes after the project is complete?

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We provide documentation and can train your team on basic content management. For technical changes, our maintenance retainer covers ongoing updates. We're always a message away for questions.

Question 18

How do you handle emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Maintenance clients get priority support for critical issues. We have a response time SLA and can handle urgent fixes, security incidents, and downtime situations swiftly.

Question 19

How do you handle data security?

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Security is built into every project from day one. We follow OWASP best practices, implement secure authentication (including 2FA), encrypt data at rest and in transit, and conduct regular security audits.

Question 20

Will my project be GDPR compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we build GDPR compliance into our projects by default — cookie consent, data encryption, right to deletion, privacy policies, and secure data handling practices.

Question 21

Do you sign NDAs?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We're happy to sign NDAs before any project discussion. Your intellectual property and business data are fully protected under our working agreements.

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