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General advice and assistance

Guidance on consultancy, agency selection, and USOME support. Practical tips for managing your website projects efficiently.

Everything about Umbraco

Learn about Umbraco websites, packages, products, facts, cloud hosting, and low-code/no-code options. 

Content management and maintenance

If your site is ready then....No! Your site is never finished :-)

AI Integration & Automation

Questions about AI features, automation platforms, and AI-powered development.

  • What is Umbraco CMS?

    Umbraco is a leading open-source Content Management System (CMS) built on .NET Core. It’s flexible and scalable, suitable for everything from standard marketing websites to complex custom applications. Unlike restrictive proprietary systems, Umbraco CMS gives you total control without high license fees.

  • Does USOME! also help with site maintenance?

    Yes. We offer full maintenance and support for your Umbraco site, including:

    • Regular updates and security patches

    • Performance checks

    • Content improvements

    • Emergency support if needed

    This keeps your site secure, fast, and up-to-date.

  • Where can I find more info about Umbraco?

    The best place to start is umbraco.com, you can also explore the Umbraco documentation for detailed technical guides, join the active Umbraco Forum to connect with other users, or participate in discussions on their Discord channel for real-time help.

  • Is Umbraco user-friendly?

    Absolutely. Umbraco is called "The Friendly CMS" for a reason. It has an intuitive, clean interface, making it easy for editors and marketers to manage content without coding. We also provide hands-on onboarding and training for your team's specific setup.

  • Why do you sometimes use Umbraco cloud?

    Umbraco cloud is a great product for large and mission-critical websites. It has a fine workflow for making changes across the development street. This is super convenient especially if you are doing a lot of ongoing development. The environments are always updated without you having to think about it yourself. Uptime is high, and the service is very good. It is relatively expensive for standard/medium websites if you want to use all functionalities.

  • Can USOME! also be a "mystery guest"?

    Yes, we even like that a lot. We're a little sneaky (stealthy) guys who like to take a little peek at other websites. We look at website and/or web shops in all areas, and give pragmatic advice with quick results.

  • What can USOME! test for me?

    Well, literally anything you want tested online. (Preferably not mattresses, cars and cleaning products.) But we can perform full QA on websites, applications, apps, shops, forms, etc., whether they use Umbraco or not. We ensure your solution is bug-free and highly performant.

  • How much does an Umbraco website cost?

    The price of a custom Umbraco website can vary significantly. Starting from €1200, you can get a complete website based on an HTML template. If you want more customization and your own design, the cost can go up to around €7,000 for a standard website. For a bigger website or Umbraco implementation, costs can go up, there is no limit.  However, with that, you get a lot of value.

  • How much does an Umbraco training cost?

    We provide Umbraco user training for our own clients, as well as for third parties. We always assess the complexity of the website/application first and then provide a cost estimate. The price can also vary depending on the number of participants. For an average Umbraco site, a good ballpark price for a 1.5-hour training session is around €75.00.

  • Can I hire USOME! to provide training to my clients?

    Yes, you can. We can also provide training for products from other agencies. This generally takes a little more preparation, but is quite possible.

  • Can I hire USOME! to come up with products for my clients?

    We are an independent agency and can be deployed anywhere. We can take care of the whole process as well as all partial products and services.

  • Can I hire USOME! to develop Umbraco packages for me?

    We develop both large and small, open-source and commercial packages. If you already have an Umbraco site and want to create a standalone package for it, that's possible. If you have a great idea for a commercial package, we can collaborate on that as well.

  • Can USOME! be the product owner for me while another agency builds the website?

    We can be deployed for any project to provide guidance and support during the development process.

  • Can USOME! help me build Uskinned websites?

    Yes, we are happy to build your Uskinned websites. You can create your own contract with Uskinned, or use our reseller options.

  • Where can I find the Umbraco manual?

    There is a standard manual for Umbraco in English, you can find it here. Editor's manual

  • What is Low-code and no-code development?

    With the rise of AI (artificial intelligence), more and more low-code and no-code applications are entering the market. With these tools, you can create your own websites and applications without programming knowledge. At the moment, it still seems a bit unmanageable in practice, but developments are moving very fast.

  • Why should I work with USOME! instead of a local agency?

    We offer the same quality you'd expect from a European agency but at significantly better rates. Our Nepalese team is highly experienced with Umbraco and works during hours that overlap with European business times. You get direct communication, transparent processes, and more value for your budget.

  • Why should I choose Umbraco over WordPress or other CMS platforms?

    Umbraco CMS is built on .NET, making it more secure, scalable, and flexible than PHP-based systems. Perfect for multi-site management, custom functionality, or Microsoft integrations. Editors love the interface, and developers love the clean architecture.

  • Is Umbraco suitable for large enterprise websites?

    Absolutely. Umbraco powers websites for major brands like Heineken, Carlsberg, and Microsoft. It handles high traffic volumes efficiently and offers robust security features. Our team has built enterprise-level solutions that serve millions of visitors monthly.

  • Where is your team located?

    We operate a highly efficient dual-location setup: our expert Umbraco team is based in Nepal, while strategic project management and client contact are handled from our office in Utrecht, Netherlands.

  • Do you speak Dutch/English?

    Yes! Our project managers are fluent in both Dutch and English.

  • What's your experience with Umbraco?

    We've been working with Umbraco for several years and have completed dozens of projects, ranging from simple corporate websites to complex multi-site solutions. Our team stays current with the latest Umbraco versions and best practices to ensure your solution is future-proof.

  • What services do you offer?

    We provide full-service Umbraco development including: new website builds, migrations from other platforms, Umbraco version upgrades, custom package development, Azure hosting setup, ongoing maintenance and support, and consulting services. We can handle your entire project or assist with specific components.

  • Can USOME! help us migrate our old Umbraco site to to newer versions?

    Yes, migrations are one of our core services. We'll assess your current site, plan the migration strategy, update custom code, test thoroughly, and ensure a smooth transition with minimal downtime.

  • What if I need help or have questions after launch?

    We're here for you. You can reach out via email or Teams, and we'll respond within one business day. For maintenance clients, we offer faster response times and can even provide emergency support if something critical happens.

  • What is Umbraco 17?

    Umbraco 17 is the latest Long-Term Support (LTS) release, built on modern .NET with major performance improvements. It's faster, more stable, and includes a rebuilt back office that makes content editing smoother. LTS means you get support and updates until November 2028.

  • Should I upgrade to Umbraco 17?

    If you're on Umbraco 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, or 13, upgrading makes sense. Old versions lose security support eventually and become harder to maintain. V17 is faster, more secure, and future-proof. We'll give you an honest assessment of whether upgrading benefits your specific site.

  • What happens to my content during migration?

    Nothing gets lost. We migrate all your content, media, pages, and structure to V17. Everything transfers safely. We test thoroughly before going live to ensure everything works exactly as it should.

  • Will my custom Umbraco packages still work in V17?

    Most custom features can be migrated and updated. We review your customizations, update the code for V17 compatibility, and test everything thoroughly. Some old packages might need rebuilding, but we handle that.

  • Can you add AI features to my existing Umbraco site?

    Yes. We integrate AI directly into Umbraco: smart chatbots for visitor support, AI-assisted content creation for editors, automated content tagging, intelligent search, and personalized recommendations. We can also build custom Umbraco packages with AI features.

  • What if the AI makes mistakes?

    AI isn't perfect - that's why we build systems with human oversight for important decisions. AI suggests, humans decide. For example, an AI chatbot answers common questions but routes complex issues to your team.

  • Can we start with a small AI project?

    Absolutely. Start with one use case, prove the value, then expand. No need for a massive AI transformation on day one. Most clients start with something like content automation or a simple chatbot.

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