Network marketing is one of the most profitable business models that is actively growing on the Internet and attracting a large number of people. Often, entrepreneurs do not understand how much it will cost to maintain a network project after its launch. This leads to excessive expenses and sometimes even manipulation by unscrupulous companies. Lack of knowledge about the cost of maintaining an MLM project creates difficulties for successful development.
In this article, you will learn the actual monthly cost of maintaining a network project, which tools are essential, and which expenses can be avoided.
Expenses for maintaining an MLM company on the Internet
Effective MLM launch is just the beginning of the path to success, but to achieve the desired results, it is necessary to sustain the operation of your business. One of the key aspects of maintaining an MLM project is understanding all the expenses that arise after its launch.
Among all these expenses, the main ones are the mandatory technical costs without which the project cannot function properly:
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Server
Supports stable operation of the MLM company website and allows processing large volumes of data. You can choose either a dedicated server or a virtual server.
A virtual server (VPS/VDS) is a rented server provided for use by multiple clients simultaneously. Typically, it is more cost-effective compared to a dedicated server. The main disadvantage of a virtual server is its vulnerability. Additionally, an excess of traffic on a neighboring server can slow down its performance.
Dedicated Server - is owned by only one client. Here, the software operates faster and more reliably, and the data remains confidential. A dedicated server is significantly more secure for MLM business as its resources cannot be shared with other organizations. There is an opportunity to configure the server environment according to the company's needs.
When choosing a server, it is advisable to approach a reliable hosting provider. Below is a list of popular providers:
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Hetzner (Germany) - https://www.hetzner.com
Subscription cost - €32 - €63/month.
Most often, we recommend this service to clients because it has established an excellent reputation over 12 years of operation.
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Inmotion (USA) - https://www.inmotionhosting.com
Subscription cost - $119/month.
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Nexcess (USA) - https://www.nexcess.net
Subscription cost - $108/month.
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Ipage (USA) - https://www.ipage.com
Subscription cost - $119/month.
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Bluehost (USA) - https://www.bluehost.com
Subscription cost - $74,99/month.
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Domain
The address of your website is the first thing that potential clients notice. Domains can be either free or paid. Free domains have a number of disadvantages: most of them are long and difficult to remember. That is why, for ease and greater attractiveness to users in MLM projects, paid domains are often used. You can also choose any top-level domain (.ua, .com, .org), which will affect the trust in your website.
The cost of a domain depends on the popularity of the top-level domain, the inclusion of keywords in the name, demand and registration fees. Its cost ranges from $20 to $400 per year.
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Mail Service
It is necessary for communication with partners and clients, as well as internal communication within the MLM company. There are several options for setting up a mail service:
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On-site mail server - a very accessible but not entirely secure option.
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Mail services - a paid service with bulk mailing capabilities. For example, Mailgun offers up to 5000 emails per month for free and up to 50000 emails for $35.
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Dedicated mail server - a separate mail service for sending emails and using it as corporate mail.
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SSL Certificate
It verifies the security of your website, enhances user trust, and protects data from fraudsters through encryption. SSL certificates serve as a guarantee for secure information transmission. They also have a positive impact on website promotion in search engines due to secure connections.
You can use a free SSL certificate that we generate ourselves or utilize an external service like Cloudflare.
After launching an MLM project, it is important to have reliable support from developers. We provide our clients with warranty service to ensure uninterrupted and high-quality project operation. The warranty service is free and valid for 1 year after the launch.
With the rapid development of your network business, there may be a need to improve certain components of the MLM project, which requires additional expenses. Such expenses are irregular and insignificant. The reasons for additional expenses may include:
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DDoS attacks and fraudulent interventions. Even with all the necessary security systems in place, it does not guarantee complete protection against DDoS attacks. In the case of strong attacks, additional protection may need to be enabled.
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Urgent improvements. After the project launch, there may be a need for modifications due to external factors. For example, changes to the server's API or payment system may require software adjustments.
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Improvement of the marketing plan or its modification. Any changes in your marketing plan require modifications in the software part of the project.
All entrepreneurs who aspire to develop in network marketing must understand that an MLM company on the Internet entails monthly expenses after its launch. Such expenses are actually small. The maintenance of an MLM project typically costs around $100-$200 per month. It is possible to completely avoid any additional expenses if your project is thoroughly planned and well-developed from the beginning.
The FlawlessMLM team has 19 years of experience in successfully launching over 400 MLM projects. We provide our clients with only the best solutions and ensure support and warranty services for the launched projects.
