Website Development
In a world where your listeners have just 3 seconds to decide whether to stay on your site or leave, every detail matters. Standard templates and universal CMS platforms produce generic products that don't reflect the uniqueness of your broadcast. Your website isn't just a "page on the internet." It's your main digital hub, brand showcase, and monetization platform that must work 24/7.
We Don't Just "Build Websites." We Offer a Digital Transformation for Your Radio Station.
We deliver this through our proprietary Sofia CMS, a platform engineered from the ground up for broadcasters. This isn't a generic system adapted to fit your needs; it's a foundation built from scratch to do what only you do best—produce world-class audio content.
Why Generic CMS Platforms Stifle Your Uniqueness
WordPress, Joomla, Bitrix—they are great systems, but they were built for everyone. Your radio station is unique. A standard website forces you to conform to its limitations:
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An unwieldy program scheduler that lacks flexible customization.
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A static player that stops when a user navigates to another page.
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No deep integration with your broadcast equipment and streaming services.
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A constant battle with plugins that conflict with each other and slow your site to a crawl.
Sofia CMS is the answer to every radio station's pain points. It's a CMS that thinks like a broadcaster.
Sofia CMS: 7 Key Advantages Only a Radio Station Would Truly Appreciate
1. A "Live" & Intelligent Program Scheduler
Our scheduler isn't just a spreadsheet; it's the brain of your website.
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Auto-updates directly from your playout system (RDS, ZaraStudio, StationPlaylist, etc.).
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Smart Suggestions: When a host plays a track, the scheduler automatically pulls in the album art, artist bio, and lyrics.
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Flexible Scheduling: Easily manage complex broadcast grids, reruns, guest appearances, and special projects.
2. A Seamless Player That Never Interrupts
A user clicks to read news, and the music keeps playing. Our player:
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Operates in "persistent" mode across all site pages.
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Automatically recovers from connection drops.
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Supports multiple bitrates for optimal sound on any connection.
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Features built-in "Share This Track" buttons for social media.
3. The "Archive & Podcasts" Module — Your Second Broadcast
No episode should ever be lost. We build a powerful archiving system:
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Automatic recording and scheduled publication of shows.
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A built-in podcast reader with auto-generated RSS feeds for Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Yandex Music.
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Monetization: Insert ad spots and offer premium archive access.
4. Integration With Your Station's Social Life
Your website becomes the hub of your entire digital activity:
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Automatic cross-posting of news from your social media groups to the site.
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An "On-Air Now" feed with photos and live comments from your hosts.
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A "Live Stream" module for video broadcasts from the studio or events.
5. Complete Control Over Advertising & Monetization
Sofia CMS gives you the tools to earn:
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A flexible banner management system with rotation based on time of day and week.
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A personal client portal for advertisers to view their stats.
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Built-in media ad sales and seamless integration with Google Ad Manager.
6. A Mobile Experience That Rivals a Native App
We build a Progressive Web App (PWA) that:
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Can be added to a smartphone's home screen.
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Works offline (content is cached).
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Sends push notifications, just like a native app.
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Saves your budget—no fees for App Store or Google Play publication.
7. Enterprise-Grade Security, Unlike "Homegrown" Systems
Sofia CMS is not an amateur project. It's a professional product with:
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Regular security updates.
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DDoS and hacking protection.
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Automated data and content backups.
Sofia CMS vs. Other Platforms: A Clear Choice
| Criteria | Generic CMS (WordPress, etc.) | Foreign Radio CMS | Sofia CMS |
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| Broadcast Integration | Requires multiple plugins | Partial, for their standards | Full, "out-of-the-box," for CIS equipment |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Low startup, grows with plugins | High (license, update fees) | Transparent subscription, all-inclusive |
| Support | Community / Freelancers | Foreign, different time zones | Dedicated manager, 24/7 Russian-speaking support |
| Flexibility | Limited by templates/plugins | Rigid license framework | Full customization for your workflows |
| Platform Roadmap | Dependent on vendor | Updates may not suit your needs | Roadmap shaped together with our radio clients |
Who is Sofia CMS For?
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New radio stations wanting a professional digital platform from day one.
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Established stations that have outgrown their WordPress sites and are tired of fighting limitations.
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Network broadcasters needing a unified content management system for all affiliates.
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Niche projects (internet radio, podcast studios) for whom deep audio content management is crucial.
Our Work Process
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Audit & Strategy: We analyze your current site and broadcast processes for free.
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Prototype & Design: We create a unique design that reflects your station's spirit.
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Development & Integration: We implement Sofia CMS and connect it to your broadcast workflow.
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Content Migration & Training: We help transfer your content and train your team.
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Launch & Support: We go live and provide ongoing support throughout the project's lifecycle.
Your website shouldn't be a burden. It should be your greatest asset, working for you while you're on the air.
Ready to Take the Next Step Towards a Website That Sounds as Brilliant as Your Broadcast?
Contact us today and receive:
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A free audit of your current website with actionable recommendations.
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Demo access to the Sofia CMS control panel.
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3 custom design concepts for your homepage, tailored to your format.
Don't rent a template. Own a specialized platform. Sofia CMS — Your Sound. Your Rules. Your Digital Success.
Website Development Cost
Professional Web Solutions for Your Business
| Service | Description | Price |
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CMS
Website on Sofia CMS
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Website development based on modern Sofia CMS with responsive design | from 186$ |
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CMS
Website on Other CMS
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Development on popular CMS: WordPress, Joomla, Bitrix, MODX | from 310$ |
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Development
Additional Modules
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Custom module and functionality development for specific tasks | from 62$ |
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Support
Website Customization
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Making changes to existing website, adding new functionality | from 38$ |
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Design
Rebranding
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Complete visual style update, creating new design | from 87$ |
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Hosting
Hosting Migration
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Website hosting setup, domain and SSL certificate configuration | 19$ |
Design
- Unique responsive design
- UI/UX prototype development
- Logo and brand book creation
- Color scheme selection
Technical
- SEO optimization
- Website loading speed optimization
- Cross-browser layout
- Mobile adaptation
E-commerce
- Online store
- Shopping cart and checkout
- Payment system integration
- Product management
Content
- Website content filling
- SEO texts
- Image selection and processing
- Icon creation
Integrations
- CRM system integration
- 1C integration
- Third-party service APIs
- Feedback forms
Security
- Hack protection
- Backup
- SSL certificate
- Security monitoring
What's included in website development cost:
- Free consultation and requirements analysis
- Unique design development (included in price)
- Responsive layout for all devices
- Selected CMS installation and configuration
- Core functionality programming
- Testing on various browsers and devices
- Basic SEO optimization
- Technical documentation
- CMS training
- 30-day technical support after project delivery