🌐 WordPress Website — *You Own Everything, Learn Everything*
WordPress Website — You Own Everything, Learn Everything
1. Overview
We provide a complete WordPress setup where you own everything — domain, hosting, and content. Unlike paid hosting services that charge yearly and can lock you out of your own domain, this model gives you full control and zero recurring hosting costs.
The only recurring fee is your domain registration via Cloudflare — typically ₱400–₱2,000/year, with free SSL, CDN, and security. Your one-time CAPEX cost for hosting hardware is about ₱3,000 for a Thin Client used as your home web server.
The Trade-Off
Traditional web hosting services charge between ₱15,000–₱30,000 per year for hosting and custom email domains — and can hold your website or domain hostage if you stop paying. With our solution, your total annual cost is just ₱400–₱2,000, plus a ₱60,000 setup fee for professional configuration and training.
You can also choose to work with our System Administrator students, who can perform the same setup for much lower cost. However, if you prefer faster turnaround, higher reliability, and consistent aftercare, our experienced professionals are the better choice over freelancers who may not always be available.
2. Hardware Setup
| Component | Description | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Home Web Server | Runs WordPress on a Thin Client PC (₱3,000–₱5,000). Low power, quiet, and stable for 24/7 uptime. | ₱3,000–₱5,000 |
This setup runs quietly and efficiently for years with minimal upkeep.
3. Core Features & Benefits
| Feature | Description | Cost Impact |
|---|---|---|
| You Own Everything | Full control of domain, hosting, and files. | No vendor lock-in |
| Cloudflare Domain Hosting | Cloudflare acts as your domain registrar and DNS manager — offering global CDN, free SSL, and fast DNS resolution. | ₱400–₱2,000/year |
| Cloudflare Tunnel (Zero Trust) | Securely connects your home web server to the internet without exposing your IP. Features include encrypted connections, no port forwarding, and auto-renewing SSL certificates. | Free |
| Cloudflare Email Routing | Provides free email aliasing — route emails from your custom domain to Gmail or another provider. | Free |
| Shared Domain Management | Multiple authorized users can securely manage domain records, settings, and email routing under Cloudflare's shared access system. | Free |
| Local Web Server | Runs on your hardware—no cloud rental fees. | One-time CAPEX |
| Training Included | Learn how to manage, shop, and customize your WordPress site safely. | Included |
| Open Source Stack | Linux, WordPress, Cloudflare, Gmail. | No license cost |
4. Optional Features
| Feature | Description | Cost Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Power Protection (UPS) | Optional Uninterruptible Power Supply setup to protect against power loss and surges. UPS batteries typically need replacement every 2–3 years for continued reliability. | ₱800–₱2,000 initial, with battery upkeep |
| Local Backups | Optional backup solutions starting at ₱5,000 using a ₱3,000 Thin Client + ₱2,000 1TB external drive — which can also serve company operations. Learn more: https://www.comfac-it.com/blog-post/determining-the-backup-for-you | Optional |
5. Pricing Options
| Package | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Setup (Recommended) | End-to-end setup, configuration, and 1-on-1 client training on WordPress use and customization. This includes: 2 hours for interview and requirements gathering; 6 hours of service delivery; 2 hours of review and change implementation. | ₱60,000 one-time |
| Training-Only Package | For those who already have WordPress and want to learn domain, hosting, and customization management. | ₱5,000 |
| Student Developer Option | Built by trained OJTs under supervision. You pay them directly. | ₱5,000–₱10,000 |
| Cloudflare Domain | Domain + SSL + CDN + DNS. | ₱400–₱2,000/year |
| .PH Non-Cloudflare Domains | More expensive (₱2,500–₱10,000/year). We can help you transfer to Cloudflare for lower cost. | Actual registrar fee |
6. Competing Services Comparison
| Provider Type | Typical Annual Cost | Ownership | Domain Control | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial WordPress Hosting & Support | ₱15,000–₱30,000/year (or more) | You rent | Domain often controlled by vendor | Risk of lock-in, forced upgrades |
| Our Solution | ₱400–₱2,000/year | You own | Full control | Minimal recurring cost; optional support available from Comfac-IT trainees or professionals at ₱5,000/hour, only when you need it. |
7. Technical Summary
- Server OS: Debian / Ubuntu
- CMS: WordPress (latest stable)
- Access: Cloudflare Tunnel (Zero Trust)
- Domain: Cloudflare Domain Hosting
- Email: Cloudflare Email Routing (Alias)
- Shared Management: Multi-user access control for DNS and domains
- Backup: Optional, guide: https://www.comfac-it.com/blog-post/determining-the-backup-for-you
- SSL: Cloudflare Universal SSL
- Power: Optional UPS setup (battery upkeep every 2–3 years)
- Hardware lifespan: 3–5 years continuous operation
8. Client Training Program
We include hands-on training on:
- How to choose safe WordPress themes and plugins
- How to avoid subscription traps or overpriced "managed" hosting
- How to buy domains and SSL certificates at fair rates
- How to customize your site design and content without paying third-parties
- How to back up, migrate, and restore your site
- How to read basic performance metrics
This empowers you to make informed technical and financial decisions about your website.
9. Typical Workflow
- Create Cloudflare Account — register or transfer your domain.
- Select or prepare Thin Client — we install and secure WordPress.
- Configure Cloudflare Tunnel and Email Routing — go live with free HTTPS and secure email forwarding.
- Full Handover — all passwords and access rights are yours.
- Training & Maintenance — we guide you on managing updates, backups, and improvements.
10. Call to Action
Start owning your website — not renting it. For less than ₱2,000 a year in running costs, you can host your own WordPress site safely at home. We'll teach you how to maintain it, shop for upgrades, and customize it confidently.
Message us for a consultation or demo. Choose professional setup or student-built option — both are open, transparent, and 100% yours.
Footnotes
Why Comfac-IT and its Students Are More Affordable
10–20 years ago, website technology was expensive and inaccessible. Today, with cloud computing, many of those costly services — like tunneling and email aliasing — have become free or low-cost. Yet, many hosting companies still charge ₱15,000–₱30,000/year because their long-term clients don't realize better options now exist.
In the Philippines, the IT market remains underpriced compared to developed countries, where populations rely on immigrant labor to sustain growth. Comfac-IT's goal is to make professional-grade IT services accessible and transparent — allowing small businesses to break free from high marketing costs and the Facebook monopoly.
As most Filipinos depend on Facebook as their primary online platform, many businesses have become captive to its algorithms and inflated ad prices. Bots now dominate much of the platform — when you pay for ads, bots fill the comments with malicious links, scams, and spam, making ads unsafe and difficult to manage. If you disable comments, Facebook's algorithm punishes your page with lower engagement, forcing businesses to pay even more for visibility.
Having your own website gives your business an independent online presence — one that can be discovered via AI and web searches, not trapped within social media's ecosystem.
About Pricing Transparency
You can shop around WordPress freelancers on Facebook — prices range from ₱30,000 to hundreds of thousands. What you pay for with Comfac-IT is our track record, clarity, and reliability, ensuring you don't have to second-guess your provider or risk unfinished work.