Netherlands
Web development for Amsterdam companies
Gjethe builds websites, SaaS products, web applications and online stores for Amsterdam startups, scale-ups and agencies. We work remotely in English, in the same time zone, set up Dutch payment methods such as iDEAL, and create Dutch and English versions of your site with fluent translators. Each project is quoted at a fixed price following a free consultation.
- Free first consultation
- Written quote for your project
- Flexible payment milestones
At a glance
- Time zone
- Same as Amsterdam (CET)
- Working language
- English
- Site languages
- Dutch · English
- Payments
- iDEAL, cards, wallets
Overview
Amsterdam is one of Europe's most international business cities, with a strong startup scene, many European headquarters and a culture of working in English. Teams there are used to remote collaboration and direct communication. What they need from a development partner is reliable delivery, clean engineering and an understanding of Dutch customers, who expect fast sites and familiar ways to pay.
When can we talk?
Amsterdam and Prishtina share the same time zone, so our whole working day overlaps with yours.
| Detail | Prishtina (Gjethe) | Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Office hours | 09:00–18:00 | 09:00–18:00 |
| Time difference | - | None (CET / CEST) |
| Shared working hours | 9 hours | 9 hours |
What do we build for Amsterdam companies?
- SaaS products and MVPs
- Marketing websites for scale-ups
- Online stores for Dutch and EU customers
- Web applications and dashboards
- Websites and tools for agencies
- AI features and automation
Selling online to Dutch customers
iDEAL is the most widely used online payment method in the Netherlands, and many Dutch shoppers expect to see it at checkout alongside cards and wallets. Stores aimed at Dutch customers usually also need Dutch-language content, clear delivery and returns information and fast mobile pages.
We configure payment providers that support iDEAL, localise product content with fluent translators and set up shipping options for Dutch and European delivery.
Working with international teams
Many Amsterdam companies have teams from many countries and work in English throughout. We join your Slack, use your issue tracker and repositories, and keep documentation in English so anyone on your team can follow the work.
Startups often use us to build a first product version or extend a small engineering team; agencies use us for their own websites and tools.
Dutch market details
| Detail | Approach |
|---|---|
| Payments | iDEAL alongside cards, PayPal and wallets |
| Language | Dutch content by fluent translators; English for international audiences |
| Data protection | GDPR-aware forms, consent and EU hosting |
| Delivery | Shipping options for the Netherlands and EU |
E-commerce rules for Dutch and EU shoppers
Selling online in the EU comes with consumer rules: clear prices including VAT, pre-contract information, the 14-day right of withdrawal for most online purchases, and transparent delivery costs. Dutch shoppers also read reviews closely before buying.
We build these requirements into product pages and checkout, show genuine reviews and keep terms easy to find, with legal texts confirmed by your adviser.
Scale-up engineering support
Growing companies often need extra engineering capacity for a defined period: a new product area, a rebuild of the marketing site or an integration backlog. We take on scoped projects or work as part of your team.
Documentation and handover are part of every engagement, so your in-house engineers can maintain the work afterwards.
What Amsterdam teams typically ask for
- English-first product and documentation
- iDEAL and wallet payments
- EU hosting and GDPR-aware analytics
- Fast, accessible marketing sites
Before we start: Amsterdam
Startups often start with a small, clearly scoped first milestone (a landing page, prototype or MVP) and continue with further milestones once the first is delivered.
Dutch directness in copy
Dutch customers tend to appreciate direct, practical communication: what it is, what it costs, how it works. Marketing language that feels inflated can put them off. We write and edit Dutch and English copy to be clear and specific, which also tends to help conversion and search.
Popular services in Amsterdam
Web Applications & SaaS
Portals, dashboards and subscription products.
MVP Development
The smallest product that proves your idea.
E-commerce Development
Online stores on Shopify, WooCommerce or a headless stack.
Next.js Development
Server-rendered React sites and apps.
Translation & Localization
Content adapted for each language and market.
SEO Services
Technical, on-page and off-page SEO for Google and AI search.
Industries we serve in Amsterdam
Amsterdam FAQ
Do you work in English?
Yes. English is our working language with Amsterdam clients.
Can you add iDEAL to our store?
Yes, through payment providers that support iDEAL, alongside cards and wallets.
Can you build Dutch-language sites?
Yes, with fluent Dutch translators and Dutch keyword research.
Do you build SaaS products?
Yes, authentication, billing, dashboards and APIs on modern stacks.
How do you price projects?
Fixed quotes after a free consultation; our pricing page explains what shapes it.
Is data hosted in the EU?
Yes, by default.
Can you work with our in-house developers?
Yes, following your standards and processes.
Which currency do you invoice in?
Euros.
Do you work with agencies?
Yes, as clients in their own right: we build agencies' own websites, portals and tools. We don't do white-label work.
Can you help with SEO in the Netherlands?
Yes, with Dutch keyword research and technical SEO.
Can you help with Dutch SEO for our store?
Yes, with Dutch keyword research, product content and technical SEO.
Do you work with Amsterdam scale-ups?
Yes, on scoped projects or as an extension of your engineering team.
Can you build a marketplace?
Yes, with seller accounts, listings, payments and payouts as a custom web application.
Do you set up EU VAT for cross-border sales?
We configure your platform's tax settings; your accountant confirms the rules for your business.
Can we start small?
Yes. Many clients start with one milestone and continue as needs grow.
Can you build B2B portals for Dutch wholesalers?
Yes, with customer-specific prices, ordering and ERP integration.
Do you offer maintenance for Shopify stores?
Yes, through ongoing store management or maintenance plans.
Can you add AI features to our product?
Yes, assistants, search and automation using major AI providers, designed with privacy in mind.
Can you work with Dutch agencies?
Yes, as clients in their own right: we build agencies' own websites, portals and tools. We don't do white-label work.
Start your Amsterdam project.
Tell us what you need. You get an honest assessment, a clear plan and a written quote. The first consultation is always free.
- What happens next
- 1You tell us what you need
- 2We aim to reply within 24 hours with questions
- 3You get a written quote for your project