A website you actually own.
Designed with care, built with integrity.
I'm Alyssa, and I build websites for small business owners who are tired of the agency runaround. No monthly fees, no complicated contracts, and no hidden strings. Just a professional website that belongs completely to you from day one. Because if you pay for it, it should be yours.
Start Your ProjectYou deserve to own your corner of the internet. Not me. Not an agency. You.
The whole business model, in one sentence
Built to stay yours
Ownership isn't a selling point I picked off a list. It's the thing I've fought for my whole life, and it's the whole reason Rootline exists. Your website should be an asset, not a subscription. I build sites that are fast, secure, and completely yours to keep. No monthly fees, no platform traps, no hidden strings.
Complete Ownership
Thoughtful Design
Transparent Pricing
Mobile-First
One Brand, Everywhere
Three ways in. Same promise across all of them.
Whichever one fits, your site gets built for your brand. Never your brand squeezed into something that already existed.
My process
I'll never leave you in the dark. You'll always know exactly where we are and what's coming next.
Discovery
We'll talk about your business, your customers, and what you're hoping to achieve. I ask a lot of questions because I want to make sure I really “get” you.
Strategy
I map out how the site will feel and flow so your visitors can find what they need easily and feel confident enough to reach out. I also sweep the web for everywhere your brand already lives, so your new site launches into one consistent presence instead of a pile of mismatched listings.
Development
I build your site to be clean, fast, and easy to find. I test everything on different devices to make sure it's perfect before we go live.
Handoff
I hand over the keys. You get full ownership of your files and a walkthrough of your finished site so you're never left wondering how to use what you own.
Things people usually ask before reaching out
Straight talk about pricing, ownership, and what it's actually like to work together.
01How much does a small business website cost?
Custom builds are quoted individually, from a straightforward brochure site to a full platform with booking and sales, so a simple site costs what a simple site should. The One of One page carries finished, fully custom sites, each priced individually because the design is already done. And every two months I build one website completely free through the Rootline scholarship.
02Do I own my website after it is built?
Yes. Every Rootline website is handed over to you with full ownership of your files, your domain, and your hosting. There are no ongoing fees owed to me. Ever. And because you own the files, you can move your site to any host you want, any time. Nothing about how I build ties you to a specific company, including me.
03Do you charge monthly fees?
No. I don't charge monthly fees or retainers. If you choose to add easy editing to your site, that tool might have its own small cost, but it lives in your account - not mine. Beyond that, what you pay for the build is what you pay.
04How long does it take to build a website?
One of One sites launch fastest because the site is already built; once I have your content we are usually live within a week or two. Custom builds are scoped individually and I will give you a clear timeline before we start. I work with clients everywhere remotely, so there are no delays waiting on in-person meetings.
05Can I update my website myself after launch?
Yes. Both One of One sites and custom builds include easy editing as standard, along with a walkthrough of your finished site so you actually know how to use what you own.
06What is it actually like to work with you?
Like working with a friend who happens to build websites. I get invested. I fall a little in love with every brand I take on, and I want your business to succeed as badly as I want my own to. You get honest opinions, real enthusiasm, and someone in your corner from the first message to well past launch.
07Do you work with businesses outside Colorado Springs?
Yes. I work with small businesses all over the country and my process is fully remote. Most clients actually prefer it because it's efficient - no unnecessary meetings, just clear communication and focused work. If you found me, I'd love to hear about your business.
Ready to own your corner of the internet?
Just an honest conversation about what your business needs and what makes sense for where you are right now.
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