of workers spend at least a quarter of their week on manual, repetitive tasks
Source: Smartsheet, Automation in the Workplace survey (2017)Service 09
Web Application Development That Turns Ideas Into Products
Secure, scalable web apps, portals and SaaS products, built to launch fast and grow with your users.
Cyber Ghost provides web application development for UK businesses and founders. We start with a focused first version, price every phase upfront and hand you full ownership of the code.
- Fixed-price phases
- You own the code
- Built to scale
Overview
Why Your Next Product Should Be a Web App
Many good ideas stall in spreadsheets, email chains and tools that were never designed for them. Customers expect to log in, book, pay and track progress themselves, yet many businesses still handle these tasks manually.
Custom web app development can solve this. A web app runs in a browser on different devices, without an app-store download. It can give customers self-service, give your team one source of truth and support products that generate recurring revenue.
Did You Know?
of mobile visits are likely to be abandoned if a page takes longer than three seconds to load
Source: Google / DoubleClick, The Need for Mobile Speed (2016)Choosing the right solution
Web App vs Website
A website tells people about your business. A web app lets them do something with it. If users need to log in and get something done, a web app may be the right fit.
| Feature | Website | Web app |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Inform and generate enquiries | Complete tasks and transactions |
| Users | Visitors | Logged-in customers or members |
| Interaction | Reading and contact forms | Bookings, payments, dashboards and data |
| Examples | Service pages and blogs | Client portals, SaaS platforms and booking systems |
Our services
Web App Development Services
From client portals and SaaS products to booking platforms and MVPs, we build around what your users need to do.
Customer and Client Portals
Secure accounts where customers view orders, documents, invoices and updates, reducing calls and emails to your team.
SaaS Product Development
Subscription software with multi-user accounts, role-based access and automated billing, built to support recurring revenue from day one.
Booking and Marketplace Platforms
Scheduling, availability and payments in one place, or platforms that connect buyers and sellers with secure transactions.
MVPs for Startups
A focused first version of your product, built to test with real users and attract early customers or investors.
Progressive Web Apps
App-like experiences that can be installed on a phone home screen and may support offline use, without separate iOS and Android builds.
APIs and Third-Party Integrations
Connect payment providers, CRMs, email platforms and data feeds so your app works with the tools you already use.
Legacy App Modernisation
Improve or rebuild outdated, slow or hard-to-maintain applications, with a plan to move existing data safely.
Build what you need first
Start With an MVP
Building every feature at once is an expensive way to find out what users need. An MVP focuses on the core features that solve the main problem, so you can launch sooner, learn from real feedback and plan the next phase with evidence. Each phase has a fixed price agreed upfront, so you stay in control of the budget.
Designed responsibly
Security, Performance and Scalability
Every web app is planned around the security, performance and testing needs of its users and data.
Secure sign-in
Authentication, role-based permissions and protection against common web vulnerabilities.
Data protection
Encryption, regular backups and careful handling of personal data in line with applicable data-protection requirements.
Payment security
Payments handled by trusted providers, such as Stripe, using their PCI-compliant payment infrastructure.
Performance
Responsive interfaces designed to load quickly across devices, with performance checked throughout the build.
Scalability
We plan cloud hosting and the application architecture around your product requirements, with room to support growth in users and features.
Testing
Automated and manual testing of key workflows, edge cases and supported devices at each stage.
The Process
Our Web App Development Process
Six clear stages, with your input and review at every step.
- 1
Discovery
We define your users, goals, core features and how success will be measured.
- 2
UX Design and Prototype
You review a clickable prototype and receive a fixed price for the first phase.
- 3
Build in Sprints
We develop in short cycles and share working demos for your review.
- 4
Testing and QA
We test functionality, security, speed and supported devices before release.
- 5
Launch
We deploy, monitor performance and help train your team to manage the app.
- 6
Support and Scale
We maintain the app, address issues and plan features as your product grows.
Our toolkit
Technologies We Build With
We choose technology to suit your product and long-term plans, not our own preference.
Front-end
- React
- Next.js
- TypeScript
Back-end
- Node.js
- PHP
- APIs
Cloud and databases
- Chosen for your product
The business impact
What a Web App Does for Your Business
Self-service for customers
Bookings, payments and account updates without calls or emails.
New revenue streams
Subscriptions and paid features through a SaaS model.
Less admin
Automated workflows replace repetitive manual tasks.
Access anywhere
Works on any device with a browser, with no installation.
Room to grow
Add users and features in planned phases as your product develops.
Better decisions
Bring business data together to support clearer reporting.
Why work with us
Why Choose Cyber Ghost
Start small, grow with confidence
Launch a focused MVP first, then build on what works.
Fixed-price phases
Approve the cost of each phase before work begins.
You own everything
The code, data and intellectual property belong to your business.
Clear communication
Get plain-English updates and working demos throughout the build.
One digital partner
Your website, web app and marketing can be handled by one team.
Support after launch
Plan for maintenance, monitoring and new features as your product grows.
You receive
What's Included in Your Web App Project
- A focused web app, portal, SaaS product or MVP
- UX design and a reviewable prototype
- User accounts, authentication and role-based permissions
- Integrations with agreed third-party services
- Testing, deployment and launch support
- Post-launch maintenance and planned improvements
Cost and timelines
Web App Development Cost and Timelines
The cost depends on the features, user types, integrations and security requirements. Every phase is quoted in writing before work begins, so there are no surprises.
| Stage | From | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery and prototype | Fixed quote | Scoped in discovery |
| MVP | Fixed quote per phase | Agreed in the project plan |
| Full product | Fixed quote per phase | Agreed in the project plan |
No unconfirmed starting prices or delivery estimates are published. We scope each phase with you and agree the cost and timeline in writing.
Support after launch
Monthly support can cover hosting management, security updates, monitoring, bug fixes and new features. We agree the support scope and cost separately.
Frequently asked questions
Web Application Development FAQs
It depends on the features, user types, integrations and security requirements. We scope each phase and provide a written fixed quote before work begins.
Timing depends on the product scope and integrations. We agree a phased timeline before work starts and share working demos during development.
A website shares information. A web app lets users log in and complete tasks, such as booking, paying, managing accounts or viewing data.
In many cases, an MVP gets your product to real users sooner, helps test demand and keeps early work focused. Discovery helps decide what belongs in the first version.
Your business owns the code, data and intellectual property, with no ongoing licence fees or lock-in for the work we build.
We plan the architecture around your product requirements and can scope additional users and features in later phases.
Yes. We review the current app, then scope improvements or a rebuild on modern technology, including a plan for moving existing data.
Yes. Support can cover monitoring, security updates, bug fixes and new features as your product grows. The scope and cost are agreed separately.
Web Application Development
Book a Free Discovery Call
An idea only creates value once people can use it. Tell us what you want to build, and we'll map out the fastest, most cost-effective route to a working product.
- Fixed-price phases
- You own the code
- Built to scale
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