Frequently asked questions
Everything about starting, features, pricing, your domain and GDPR. Question not listed? Just message us.
Getting started
From first message to live site.
9 questionsHow do I start?
Send a message about your business or organisation. Typing or a voice message, both fine. No more preparation needed — the AI asks the right questions itself.
How quickly is my site live?
A first version is often ready within 24 hours. You watch along, approve, and your site goes live on your own domain.
I don't have copy or photos yet. Is that okay?
Yes. The AI writes your copy based on what you tell us — in plain language. Photos you simply forward in the chat; adding more later is always possible.
Do I need to be technical or install anything?
No. Everything runs through chat, the app you already have. No site builder, no passwords, no laptop needed.
I already have a website. Can you take it over?
Yes. We rebuild your current site and move your domain along with it. Your old site simply stays online until the new one is ready.
Can I see something before I pay?
Yes. You always see a preview of your site first. Your subscription only starts once you approve it and want to go live.
I don't have a KVK number. Can I still get a site?
Yes. A KVK (chamber of commerce) number is useful for your footer and terms, but not required — clubs, hobbies and projects are welcome too.
Who is behind ChatBuild?
A small Dutch team of builders and entrepreneurs. You chat with the AI, but a human always watches along — support included.
Can my site be in English too?
Yes. The chat and your site can be in Dutch, English or both — handy for bilingual customers.
Your site and features
Everything your site can do — now and later.
10 questionsCan customers book appointments through my site?
Yes, with the bookings add-on (€19 p/m excl. VAT). Bookings arrive straight in your chat and land in your calendar right away, with automatic reminders.
Can I receive online payments?
Soon — selling online and receiving payments will be ChatBuild Shop: a full web shop from that same conversation. Join the waitlist and be the first to hear.
Will I be found on Google?
Your site is built technically clean and submitted to Google. From the Pro plan we optimise your copy so you're easier to find in your region.
Does my site work well on phones?
Yes. Every site is built mobile-first — most visitors arrive on their phone, just like you.
Can my site grow with me?
Absolutely. Start small with one page and add a calendar, extra pages or a web shop later. Switching plans is one message.
Can I add a blog or news page?
Yes, from the Pro plan. You simply send new posts as a message — text and photos — and they're online by the next working day.
Can visitors fill in a contact form?
Yes, on every plan. Requests arrive straight in your chat or by email, whichever you prefer.
Can I show customer reviews?
Yes. Forward screenshots or text and we'll place them neatly on your site. Linking your Google reviews is possible from the Pro plan.
Do I get statistics about my visitors?
Yes. Every month you get a short summary in your chat: visitors, most popular pages and requests.
Can members or donors pay online?
Soon — with ChatBuild Shop, membership fees, donations and tickets will go straight to your club's or foundation's account. Sign up and be the first to hear.
Pricing and subscription
What it costs, and what's always included.
9 questionsCan I cancel monthly?
Yes. Monthly plans stop at the end of the next month. Yearly plans run until the end of the year and never renew silently.
Are there one-off build fees?
No. You only pay your monthly fee; building, hosting and updates are included.
Can I switch plans later?
Always. Upgrading is instant, downgrading takes effect from the next billing period. One message is enough.
Do prices include VAT?
Prices exclude VAT. You automatically receive a monthly invoice for your records. Larger organisation or custom needs? Message us for a proposal.
What happens if I stop?
Your domain is yours and simply moves with you. On request you get an export of your copy and photos. There are no hidden costs.
Can I try it for free first?
You always see a preview of your site before you pay. If it's not for you, it costs you nothing.
How do I pay?
By direct debit or iDEAL. You automatically receive a monthly invoice for your records.
What does an extra domain name cost?
One domain is included with every plan, in your name. The Exclusive plan includes two.
Can you deliver multiple sites or custom work?
Yes. For multiple locations, campaigns or brand requirements we prepare a custom proposal, with invoicing on account. Message us or email hi@chatbuild.com.
Domain and email
Your name on the web — owned by you.
5 questionsIs the domain really mine?
Yes. Your domain is registered in your name. If you leave ChatBuild, you simply take it with you.
I already have a domain name. Can I use it?
Yes. We move your domain free of charge, or connect it without moving. Your email simply keeps working.
Do I get email at my domain too?
From the Pro plan we set up an email address at your domain, for example info@yourbusiness.nl. Forwarding to your current mailbox is always possible.
What if my domain name is already taken?
We help you find alternatives — a different extension (.shop, .amsterdam) or a variant that is available.
Can I point multiple domains at my site?
Yes. We connect extra domains as forwards to your main domain.
Privacy and GDPR
Properly arranged by default.
5 questionsIs my site automatically GDPR-proof?
Yes. Every site gets a privacy policy, cookie policy and secure forms. When the law changes, we update it for you.
Where is my data stored?
On servers within the EU. We collect no more than necessary and never resell data.
Do you have a data processing agreement?
Yes, it's included with every plan as standard. Read the data processing agreement
Do you use cookies on my site?
Only functional cookies, without a cookie banner by default. If you want analytics or ad pixels, we arrange the right banner to match.
What happens to my customers' data?
It's yours. Bookings and requests are stored encrypted on EU servers and are never used for anything else.
Updates and support
One message and it's live.
7 questionsHow do I change something on my site?
Just message it: “Set the blow-dry price to €27,50.” Depending on your plan, the change goes live the same day or within two working days.
How quickly do I get a reply?
On working days usually within an hour, often faster. Pro and Exclusive customers get priority.
What if I get stuck?
Message us. A human looks at it with you — no ticket system, no hold music.
Can a colleague send in changes too?
Yes. You can connect multiple phone numbers to your site — handy for a colleague or family member.
Is there a limit on the number of changes?
Updating via chat is included with every plan. How many edits per month depends on your plan — unlimited (fair use) on Exclusive.
What if something breaks on my site?
We monitor all sites continuously. If something goes wrong, we usually fix it before you notice.
Where are you based?
In the Netherlands — made in the Netherlands, with servers in the EU. We build for businesses and organisations across the country.
ChatBuild Shop
Coming soon: your web shop through chat.
4 questionsCan I already sell today?
Not yet — ChatBuild Shop will be the full web-shop experience, with stock, shipping and discount codes. You can be online today with a website via ChatBuild Web. See ChatBuild Web
When does ChatBuild Shop go live?
Soon. Sign up and you'll be the first to hear — we send exactly one message the moment it's ready, no spam.
Can my customers pay with iDEAL?
Yes — with iDEAL, cards and Bancontact, right on your own shop. Your customers pay the way they're used to.
What will ChatBuild Shop cost?
Pricing is still to follow. Sign up and you'll hear first — we send exactly one message the moment it's ready.
ChatBuild App
Coming soon: your own app through chat.
4 questionsWhat exactly is ChatBuild App?
An app of your own for your customers, in your brand style — no standard template. You tell us what it should do; managing it happens in that same conversation as your website.
When can I start?
Soon. Sign up and you'll be the first to hear — we send exactly one message the moment it's ready, no spam.
Do I need a ChatBuild website first?
No, you don't. It does help though: your site and your own app will share the same copy, brand style and the same conversation.
What will your own app cost?
Pricing is still to follow. Sign up and you'll hear first — and you can already be online today with ChatBuild Web. See ChatBuild Web
ChatBuild SaaS
Coming soon: your own software, from one conversation.
4 questionsWhat exactly is ChatBuild SaaS?
A web product of your own for your users: logins, your own database, a dashboard and subscriptions via Stripe. You describe what it should do; building and managing happens in chat.
Who is it for?
For anyone who wants to turn a service into software: a member portal, client area, booking platform or calculator tool — without hiring developers.
When can I start?
Soon. Sign up and you'll be the first to hear — we send exactly one message the moment it's ready, no spam.
What will ChatBuild SaaS cost?
Pricing is still to follow. Sign up and you'll hear first — and you can already be online today with ChatBuild Web. See ChatBuild Web
Question not listed?
Just message us. A human replies, usually within an hour on working days.