Your Contao Agency from Lower Saxony
Contao CMS development by German professionals. The German Open Source CMS offers you maximum security, native GDPR compliance and accessibility out of the box. We develop custom Contao websites that perfectly meet your requirements.
Why Contao? The Advantages at a Glance
Contao is a powerful Open Source CMS developed in Germany. It combines user-friendliness with professional features for demanding web projects.
GDPR Out of the Box
Contao was developed with European data protection in mind. Cookie consent, privacy policies and user consents are natively integrated - without additional plugins.
Accessibility (WCAG)
As one of the few CMS, Contao generates accessible HTML code from the ground up. Perfect for public institutions and companies with accessibility requirements.
Clean Code
Contao produces semantically correct, valid HTML5 code without bloat. The result: fast loading times, better SEO rankings and easy maintainability.
Flexible Layout System
The Contao layout system enables complex page structures without programming knowledge. Themes, stylesheets and modules are logically separated from each other.
Multilingualism
Native support for multilingual websites without plugins. Language versions are cleanly managed, including SEO-relevant hreflang tags.
German-Speaking Community
Extensive German documentation, active German forum and regular Contao Camps. For questions, you will quickly find competent help in German.
Our Contao Services
From conception to ongoing operations - we are your full-service Contao agency from Sohlde near Hildesheim.
Contao Theme Development
Custom Contao themes matching your corporate design. No ready-made templates - every design is tailor-made and unique.
- Responsive Design
- Corporate Identity
- Modern Technologies
- Performance-optimized
Extension Development
Custom Contao extensions for your specific requirements. From simple feature enhancements to complex applications.
- Custom Modules
- API Integrations
- Workflow Automation
- Bundle Development
Contao Complete Solution
Everything from one source: conception, design, development, hosting and ongoing support for your Contao website. The all-inclusive worry-free package.
- Conception & Consulting
- Design & Development
- Managed Hosting
- Maintenance & Support
CMS Migration to Contao
Secure migration of your existing website to Contao. We transfer all content, set up redirects and ensure a smooth transition.
- Content Transfer
- SEO Redirects
- Media Migration
- Quality Assurance
Contao Hosting
Optimized managed hosting specifically for Contao on German servers. Fast, secure and GDPR-compliant with daily backups.
- German Servers
- SSL Certificates
- Daily Backups
- 24/7 Monitoring
Maintenance & Support
Regular updates, security patches and personal support. We keep your Contao website secure and up to date.
- Core Updates
- Extension Updates
- Security Patches
- Personal Support
How Your Contao Website is Created
A structured process is the foundation of every successful Contao project. We work transparently and keep you informed at every stage.
Consulting & Analysis
We analyze your requirements, target audience and existing structures. Together we define the goals and scope of functionality for your Contao website.
Conception & Design
Based on the analysis, we create wireframes and a custom design. You see early what your website will look like and can provide feedback.
Contao Development
We develop your custom Contao theme and program the required extensions. Clean code and best practices are a matter of course.
Testing & Launch
Extensive testing on various devices and browsers. After your approval, the go-live takes place with all SEO settings and redirects.
Training & Support
We train you on how to use Contao and are available after launch for maintenance, updates and further development.
Frequently Asked Questions about Contao
Answers to the most important questions about Contao CMS and our Contao development.
Contao is a German Open Source Content Management System that stands out for its high user-friendliness, native GDPR compliance and integrated accessibility. It was developed in Germany and has an active German community. Especially for companies in the DACH region who value data protection and accessibility, Contao is an excellent choice. The CMS produces clean, semantic HTML code and offers a flexible layout system for complex websites.
Yes, Contao is designed to be GDPR compliant from the ground up. As a German CMS, it meets all requirements of the European General Data Protection Regulation. The system offers integrated functions for cookie consent management, privacy policies and the management of user consents. Unlike many other CMS, you do not need additional plugins for GDPR compliance - the essential functions are already included in the core.
Compared to WordPress, Contao offers several advantages: Native multilingualism without plugins, integrated accessibility according to WCAG standards, better security through a smaller attack surface and a well-thought-out user and permission system. Contao generates clean, valid HTML code out of the box. While WordPress has a larger plugin ecosystem, Contao scores with stability, security and German-speaking support. For companies that value quality and sustainability, Contao is often the better choice.
A professional Contao website starts at approximately 4,000 euros for smaller projects with standard features. More extensive corporate websites with custom design, multiple languages and special functions typically range between 8,000 and 25,000 euros. The exact price depends on the scope, desired features, design complexity and any integrations. We are happy to provide you with a non-binding quote after a free initial consultation.
Yes, we offer comprehensive maintenance packages for Contao websites. These include regular core and extension updates, security patches, daily backups, performance monitoring and personal support via phone and email. This keeps your website secure, up-to-date and high-performing at all times. Our maintenance packages start at 99 euros per month and can be customized to your needs.
Yes, we regularly perform migrations from other CMS systems such as WordPress, TYPO3, Joomla or Drupal to Contao. We transfer all content including texts, images and media, set up SEO redirects (301 redirects) and ensure a smooth transition without ranking losses. During the migration, your old website remains online until the new Contao website is fully tested and approved.