Industry
Publishing platforms that load fast and earn from readers
We build the sites, subscriptions, and editorial tools that help media brands grow loyal audiences and recurring revenue. Pages load instantly under traffic spikes, readers subscribe in a minute, and editors publish without fighting the system.
- 1,200+ clients helped
- Building since 2010
- 15 services, one team
- 50+ technologies
At a glance
What we build
We build fast publishing websites, subscriptions and paywalls, newsletters, podcast and video platforms, and editorial tools for publishers and media brands.
Problems we solve
Advertising pays less every year, sites are slow under traffic spikes, and editors fight a content system that was built for another decade.
Who we serve
News and magazine publishers, media brands, podcast and video networks, creators, and membership organizations.
How to choose
Start with subscriptions and the reader experience if revenue is the goal, or with the editorial system if publishing speed is the problem.
What is different
Why publishers are rebuilding around readers
For years, media grew on page views and advertising. Those rates keep falling, and platforms control more of the traffic. Publishers that thrive now earn directly from readers through subscriptions, memberships, events, and newsletters.
That shift needs different technology. Paywalls must be smart enough to convert without driving people away. Accounts, payments, and newsletters must work as one. Pages must stay fast when a story spreads.
Editors need tools that keep up with the news: drafting, editing, scheduling, and publishing to web, apps, and newsletters from one place.
We build on modern headless content systems, which separate writing from presentation, so your team can publish everywhere while readers get a fast, clean experience.
We also help with the business side of the platform. Clear dashboards show which sections, authors, and formats bring subscribers, so editorial and commercial teams can plan together from the same numbers instead of arguing over different reports.
How we deliver
How we build media platforms
A rebuilt publishing site usually launches in two to four weeks, with subscriptions close behind.
Study the readers
We look at how readers arrive, what they read, and where they subscribe or leave.
What it produces
- Audience review
- Conversion points
Model the content
We structure stories, authors, and sections so content can travel to every channel.
What it produces
- Content model
- Migration plan
Build for speed
We build pages that load fast and stay fast during traffic spikes.
What it produces
- Performance budget
- Load test
Launch subscriptions
We launch plans and the paywall, then test offers to improve conversion.
What it produces
- Subscription flow
- Offer tests
What you get
What publishers get from us
Publishers see the change in page speed, editorial calm, and a growing number of readers who pay directly.
Reader revenue
- Subscriptions that convert.
- Offers you can test.
Speed
- Pages that load instantly.
- Stable under spikes.
Editorial calm
- Publish everywhere at once.
- Scheduling and roles.
Audience insight
- Stories that convert.
- Readers at risk of leaving.
Typical projects
Media and publishing projects, costs, and timelines
Publishers usually start with the site and subscriptions, then add audio, video, and apps.
| Project | What it includes | Typical cost | Typical timeline from approved scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publishing website rebuild | Fast templates, content migration, and search setup | $6,000 to $15,000 | 2 to 4 weeks |
| Subscriptions and paywall | Plans, metering, accounts, payments, and offers | $8,000 to $20,000 | 3 to 5 weeks |
| Podcast or video platform | Players, feeds, members-only content, and analytics | $12,000 to $28,000 | 4 to 6 weeks |
| Full media platform with apps | Editorial system, subscriptions, newsletters, and apps | $32,000 to $80,000+ | 2 to 4 months |
Every project is quoted in writing after a short call. The top of each range covers larger builds and more integrations. The timeline starts once the scope is approved and we have what we need from you.
Selected work
Media projects we have delivered
What clients say
Teams like yours, in their own words
Maya at DECHY helped us sort out the brand files. People can now choose the right logo without asking me, and our proposals, website, and social posts finally look like they're from the same business.
Nora EvansBrand and Marketing ManagerJuniper Lane StudioMedia Our important pages were buried three clicks down, and several weren't being indexed. The audit gave us a fix list we could work through, rather than another report full of scores and no clear order.
Fatima BelloDigital Marketing ManagerTrueNorth ConsultingProfessional Services I used to get asked why our site never appeared for the services we actually provide. We now have dedicated pages that answer those questions properly, with the technical issues documented for our developer.
Oliver JamesMarketing ManagerEverwell Digital ServicesProfessional Services
Common questions
Questions about media and publishing platforms
How much does a publishing platform cost?
A rebuilt publishing site usually costs $6,000 to $15,000. Adding subscriptions and a paywall usually costs $8,000 to $20,000.
Can you migrate our archive?
Yes. We move articles, images, authors, and URLs, with redirects so search rankings carry over.
Will the site stay up when a story goes viral?
Yes. Pages are cached at the edge and tested for high traffic before launch.
Can readers pay for podcasts or video?
Yes. Members-only episodes and videos are unlocked by the same subscription as articles.
Do you build newsletters?
Yes. Sign-ups, segments, and automated editions connect to your stories and subscriber accounts.
Can we keep WordPress?
Often, yes. We can use WordPress as the editorial system with a faster front end in front of it. Readers manage their own subscription and newsletter preferences from one account.
Have a different question?
Tell us what you are weighing up and we will answer it plainly.
Ask a questionAlready a client? Email support@dechytech.com
What we build
Media and publishing software we build
Each piece shares one reader account, so subscriptions, newsletters, and content work together.
Publishing website
Fast article pages, section fronts, and search that rank well and stay up under spikes.
Headless editorial system
Write once and publish to web, apps, and newsletters, with roles and scheduling.
Subscriptions and paywalls
Metered or hard paywalls, plans, gifts, and offers tested against conversion.
Newsletters
Sign-up, segments, and automated editions from your published stories.
Podcast and video hubs
Players, episode pages, feeds, and members-only content.
Audience dashboards
Which stories bring subscribers, and which readers are at risk of leaving.
Technical depth
Technical notes for media platforms
What your product and engineering leads will ask about content systems, caching, and payments.
- We use headless content systems such as Sanity, Strapi, or WordPress with a modern front end.
- Pages are cached at the network edge so traffic spikes do not slow the site.
- Subscriptions run through Stripe or your existing provider, with accounts shared across web and apps.
- Paywall rules are configurable by section, story, and reader.
Tell us how you publish and earn today
Share your content, channels, and revenue mix. We reply with a plan, a price range, and a timeline.