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Social Network (Facebook, Instagram, X) — From £29,000

Video, Music & Social Platforms

Social Network (Facebook, Instagram, X)

Build your own social network: profiles, feeds, groups and messaging.

From £29,000Fixed-price build
10–16 weeksTypical timeline
100%Code ownership
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What is a Social Network? A social network connects people through profiles, posts, photos, follows and groups. We build general networks and niche communities for a hobby, region, profession or brand.

Who this is for

Founders and startups with an idea, businesses that want their own branded version, and anyone who has searched for how to build a platform like this and wants a fixed price, a clear plan and full ownership of the result. No technical knowledge needed: we explain everything in plain English.

Why this price is worth it

  • Most UK agencies start from around £40,000 for a build like this. Ours starts from £29,000, fixed in writing before we begin.
  • AI-accelerated development means faster delivery without cutting corners.
  • You own 100% of the code, with no lock-in and no licence fees to us.
  • One point of contact, plain English, no account managers.

Everything included

  • Profiles, posts, photos and stories
  • Follow, friend and feed system
  • Groups, pages and events
  • Likes, comments and notifications
  • Private messaging
  • Reporting, moderation and admin dashboard
  • Mobile-friendly design that works on every device
  • Secure hosting setup, backups and launch support

How it works

  1. Discovery call — we talk through your idea, your audience and what makes yours different.
  2. Scope and fixed price — you receive a written scope, timeline and price before anything starts.
  3. Design — you approve screens and the user journey before we build.
  4. Build and review — regular progress demos so you see it come together.
  5. Test and launch — we test thoroughly, deploy it live and hand over the full code.
  6. Grow — optional support, new features and traffic growth once you are live.

Compare Video, Music & Social Platforms

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Video Sharing Platform (YouTube, Vimeo) From £17,500 View
Video Streaming Platform (Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video) From £17,500 View
Music Streaming App (Spotify, Apple Music) From £16,500 View
Podcast Hosting Platform From £32,500 View
Live Streaming Platform (Twitch, YouTube Live) From £36,000 View
Social Network (Facebook, Instagram, X) From £29,000 This page
Short Video App (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) From £21,500 View
Dating App (Tinder, Bumble, Hinge) From £18,500 View
Forum & Community Platform (Reddit, Discord) From £10,900 View
Creator Membership Platform (Patreon, Substack) From £43,000 View
Messaging App (WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal) From £32,500 View
Photo Sharing Platform (Pinterest, Flickr) From £29,000 View

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Questions people ask

How much does a Social Network cost?

Our price starts from £29,000. Most UK agencies start from around £40,000 for the same kind of build. The final figure depends on the features you choose and is confirmed in writing before we begin.

How long does it take?

Typically 10–16 weeks from sign-off, depending on scope. We agree a clear timeline up front.

Do I own the code?

Yes. You receive the full source code and own everything we build for you.

Can I start small and add features later?

Yes. Many clients launch a focused first version, then add features once real users arrive. We scope it so nothing has to be rebuilt later.

Do you also run the platform for me?

We specialise in building. Once live, you can run it yourself or take one of our optional support plans for monitoring and fixes.

What about licences and regulation?

We build the software. Any licences, registrations or approvals your business needs to operate (for example FCA, CQC or ICO registration, or content rights) stay with you, and we will point out where they are likely to apply.

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