"We want to create a recruitment website, but we have no idea how much it will cost."
This is a question I often receive from people in charge of strengthening their recruitment efforts.

The cost of creating the recruitment website isProduction method, number of pages, and design qualityIt varies greatly depending on the method. This article explains the average costs for different production methods and points to keep costs down while improving quality.

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Cost estimates for recruitment websites [List]

Production method	Estimated cost	Features
Applicant Tracking System (ATS) included	Monthly fee: 30,000 to 100,000 yen	Integrated with application management. Customization is limited.
No-code tools (Wix, Studio, etc.)	Monthly fee of 1,000 to 5,000 yen + production costs	It's easy to use, but has limitations in SEO and functionality.
WordPress website creation service	30 to 1,000,000 yen (initial costs)	High degree of flexibility and easy to implement SEO measures
Full scratch development	From 1 million yen	Completely custom-made. For large corporations.

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Detailed cost breakdown by production method

① Recruitment site with an attached Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job search platforms such as Rikunabi, Indeed, and Wantedly include features that allow you to create a recruitment website page.

• cost: Monthly fee of approximately 30,000 to 100,000 yen (including listing fees)
• merit: It's integrated with application management and easy to use.
• Disadvantages: It offers limited design flexibility and is platform-dependent. SEO benefits are not accumulated on the company's own website.

② No-code tools

This method involves creating the website in-house using no-code tools such as Wix, STUDIO, or Peraiichi.

• cost: Monthly fee of 1,000 to 5,000 yen + time spent on production
• merit: It's inexpensive and easy to get started.
• Disadvantages: It offers limited flexibility in SEO strategies. There are limitations to expanding its functionality. It consumes the resources of the person in charge.

③ WordPress website creation service (recommended)

This method involves having a professional production company or freelancer create your recruitment website using WordPress.

• cost: Initial costs: 300,000 to 1,000,000 yen, monthly maintenance fees: 10,000 to 30,000 yen
• merit: Easy to implement SEO measures. You can update it yourself. Features can be freely customized.
• Disadvantages: There are initial costs involved. Choosing the right production company is crucial.

④ Full scratch development

This is how engineers build systems from scratch.

• cost: 1 million to several million yen
• merit: Completely free design is possible.
• Disadvantages: It's costly and time-consuming. It's often excessive for small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Three factors that influence the cost of a recruitment website

Element ① Number of pages and amount of content

The main pages required for a recruitment website are as follows:

• Homepage
• List of available positions and detailed pages for each position
• Employee Interview Page
• Company Introduction and Philosophy Page
• Recruitment process
• FAQ
• Entry Form

The more pages you include, the higher the production costs will be. It's more cost-effective to start by publishing with a minimum number of pages and gradually add more content.

Element ② Degree of design customization

A simple design based on an existing WordPress theme can keep costs down. On the other hand, a completely original design will cost more.

Element ③ Complexity of function

The more features you add, such as application forms, job-specific filtering, and video embedding, the higher the cost will be.

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Three ways to reduce the cost of your recruitment website

① Start with a simple configuration.
Instead of trying to create all the pages at once, start by publishing only the essential pages. Adding content as you go along, based on the response you receive, is a more cost-effective approach.

② Utilize WordPress themes
By choosing to customize a high-quality WordPress theme rather than insisting on a completely original design, you can significantly reduce design costs.

③ Utilize a monthly plan that includes updates and maintenance.
Some production companies offer monthly subscription-based production plans that keep initial costs down. If you want to minimize your initial investment, consider this option.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Are there any ways to create a recruitment website cheaply?
A. By using a simple structure that utilizes a WordPress theme, it's possible to create a website for around 100,000 yen. Consider the balance between cost and quality when consulting with a web development company.

Q. Are the costs of creating a recruitment website considered a business expense?
A. In most cases, these expenses can be claimed as business expenses related to recruitment activities, but please consult a tax accountant for details.

Q. How long does it take to create a recruitment website?
A. For a simple recruitment website using WordPress, the timeframe is roughly 1 to 2 months. Be sure to include time for design consultations and material preparation when creating your schedule.

Q. How much does it cost to maintain and update the recruitment website?
A. The going rate is around 10,000 to 30,000 yen per month. With WordPress, the person in charge can handle basic updates themselves, which has the advantage of making it easier to keep maintenance costs down.

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summary

The average costs for a recruitment website are summarized below.

• No-code tools: Starting from several thousand yen per month (easy to use, but has limitations in functionality and SEO)
• WordPress website development service: Initial cost ¥300,000 to ¥1,000,000 (good balance of flexibility and SEO)
• Full custom development: From 1 million yen (for large corporations)

When small and medium-sized enterprises create a recruitment website,Having your website created using WordPress is the most cost-effective option.Yes. There are initial costs involved, but after publication, the person in charge can update it themselves and continuously implement SEO measures.

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Please contact us to discuss the costs of creating a recruitment website.

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We will provide a quote based on your budget, page count, and required features. Please feel free to contact us for a consultation.

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