Do I own the code of my custom website?
It depends on your contract. With SiteFyd, yes — you receive full source code, design files, and content on launch with no platform lock-in. Many other agencies retain ownership or lock you to their platform.
What ownership actually means
Full ownership means: source code in a Git repo you control, Figma or design files in your account, all images and copy licensed for unlimited use, and a hosting setup you can move at any time. Anything less is a lease, not ownership.
Some agencies bundle 'ownership' with their proprietary CMS. That is platform lock-in, not real ownership. If you cannot leave them and take the site to another developer, you do not own it.
What to ask before signing
Will I get the source code in a Git repository I own? Will I get the Figma or Sketch files? Are images and copy licensed for me to use indefinitely? Can I move hosting away from your provider? Is there a fee for handover?
If any answer is 'no' or 'with a fee', understand what you are buying.
How SiteFyd handles ownership
Every project ships with a Git repo handover, design files, content, and hosting that you control. We will host for you for $19/month if you want, but you can leave at any time with everything you need to keep the site running.