Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about our outsourcing process, pricing, tech stack and security, and why clients trust us.

Outsourcing Process

Do meetings have to be in person?

In-person meetings aren't required. We work online through Slack, Notion, email, or whatever channel you prefer, and only schedule an in-person meeting separately if it's genuinely needed.

Outsourcing Process

How do I get updates on project progress?

We share real-time progress through Slack, Notion, email, or your preferred channel, with a summary sent at the end of each stage.

Outsourcing Process

Who owns the source code?

We deliver the full source code to you on project completion, with no license restrictions - you can hand off future maintenance to any developer or team.

Outsourcing Process

Do you provide design mockups too?

Depending on the project, we go through a UI/UX design or planning stage before development, and you review the layout and design direction at that stage first.

Outsourcing Process

Do I need to set up hosting and a domain myself?

We recommend contracting hosting and a domain yourself, while nekolab handles server setup and deployment directly.

Outsourcing Process

When do we sign the contract?

We sign the contract during the Contract stage, right after the quote is finalized, and development starts once the contract is signed and the deposit is paid.

Outsourcing Process

What happens if requirements change or new ones come up mid-project?

Small changes within the contracted scope get folded in through discussion; larger scope changes come with an additional quote. We recommend specifying requirements as much as possible before development starts.

Outsourcing Process

What happens if I cancel the project partway through?

Cancellation terms are worked out at contract signing. Before cancelling outright, adjusting requirements or scaling back in phases can often solve the underlying issue, so it's worth telling us what's going on first.

Pricing & Quotes

My budget is under $1,000 - can I still reach out?

Projects under $1,000 are welcome to reach out - that range is a real option on our quote form, and we scope features to fit your budget.

Pricing & Quotes

Does getting a quote cost anything?

Quote consultations and initial technical reviews are free, and we reply within 24 hours of your inquiry.

Pricing & Quotes

Can I split the project into phases based on budget?

You can start with core features to fit your current budget and add more in later phases. Our Starter, Growth, and Enterprise pricing tiers are already built around this kind of phased growth.

Pricing & Quotes

How much does a maintenance contract cost?

You get 1 month of free post-launch support after delivery, and any ongoing maintenance contract after that is priced through consultation based on your system's scale and scope.

Pricing & Quotes

Can you issue a tax invoice?

Tax invoice issuance is worked out when we sign the contract - just mention it when you reach out and we'll build it into the agreement.

Pricing & Quotes

What does the quote actually include?

Quotes are based on feature count, complexity, and estimated time, and include a feature list, timeline, and price for your tier. We can also scope features to fit a set budget.

Pricing & Quotes

Are there cases where I would need to pay more than the contracted amount?

Extra costs typically come from requirement changes beyond the contracted scope, hosting/domain (contracted separately), or maintenance after the 1-month free support period ends.

Pricing & Quotes

How does payment work? Is there a deposit and balance?

You pay a 50% deposit after the contract is signed to start development, then settle the remaining 50% balance once delivery is complete.

Tech Stack & Security

Why recommend custom development over a platform like WordPress?

Platforms like WordPress or Cafe24 only let you customize within set boundaries, while custom development lets you build exactly what you need. We help you figure out which fits your project during consultation.

Tech Stack & Security

Is web crawling legal?

Collecting publicly available web data is legal, but scraping private data behind a login, personal information, or copyrighted content without permission can raise issues. nekolab only builds within legally sound boundaries.

Tech Stack & Security

How do you keep personal data secure?

We secure personal data with role-based access control and a JWT-based login system, and scope data collection to the minimum necessary at the design stage.

Tech Stack & Security

Where do you host the server?

We build servers on cloud infrastructure like AWS with a Docker-based deployment setup, so migrating or scaling later stays flexible.

Tech Stack & Security

Can you just add features to a site I already have?

Adding features to an existing site is possible, but we review the codebase and tech stack first to give you an accurate scope and timeline.

Tech Stack & Security

Will it look good and work well on mobile too?

We provide a responsive design optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile by default, and it's included in every pricing tier across our services.

Tech Stack & Security

Can you build multilingual support into the project?

Multilingual support is possible - the nekolab site itself runs in Korean and English, giving us real production experience with this. Translation and localization copy may be scoped separately depending on the project.

Trust & Expertise

I'm not sure where AI fits in - can I still reach out?

You can reach out even if you're not sure exactly where AI fits. We suggest AI ideas during the planning stage without being asked.

Trust & Expertise

What happens if I can't reach the developer?

Project information is documented across multiple channels like Slack and Notion, so it stays accessible even if one channel is temporarily slow, and we commit to a 24-hour reply.

Trust & Expertise

Are there private projects not shown in your portfolio?

There are private projects not shown in the portfolio, mostly due to NDAs with clients. For those, we can still share a general overview and tech stack within what the agreement allows.

Trust & Expertise

What's different about one person handling both planning and development?

The same team that handles planning and development sees your project through directly, so requirements do not get lost in translation, and we bring in a professional designer for projects that need design.

Trust & Expertise

Where can I see real client reviews?

You can check out live services on our Portfolio page, and we'll share additional references within what NDAs allow if you ask when you reach out.

Trust & Expertise

What is medidak for?

medidak is nekolab's own reservation, no-show, and revenue management program for hospital call teams, covering reservation management, counselor operations, ad compliance checks, and landing page creation.

Trust & Expertise

Why choose nekolab over a freelancer or another agency?

The same team handles planning and development directly, cutting out handoffs and enabling fast decisions, backed by 50+ completed projects (including 2 at the $8,000+ scale) and unrestricted source code delivery.