Built on ownership, independence, and long-term control.
The Mission: End Vendor Lock-In
HTMLforme exists to counter the web industry's reliance on restrictive, subscription-based platforms. We restore creative control and financial sovereignty to the business owner.
Your website should be an asset—not a liability with endless payments. We build professional-grade code that is fully owned by our clients.
Why This Matters
The modern web has become dominated by platforms that prioritize recurring revenue over client independence. Squarespace, Wix, Webflow—they're convenient, but they come with strings attached:
- Monthly fees that never end
- Limited customization within their systems
- Your content lives on their servers, under their terms
- Exporting your site is difficult or impossible
We believe there's a better way. A website built with standard HTML, CSS, and JavaScript can be hosted anywhere, modified by anyone, and owned outright. That's what we deliver.
Founder-Led, Contractor-Direct
HTMLforme is operated as a specialized service under Demigon Holdings, LLC.
As the sole independent contractor and founder, every project is handled directly—from consultation through deployment—ensuring quality, clarity, and accountability.
You won't be passed between account managers or junior developers. The person you talk to is the person who builds your site.
Stephen R. Hettman
Founder
Based in coastal North Carolina, I build websites the way they should be built—clean code you actually own, no monthly fees, no platform lock-in. After seeing too many small businesses trapped in subscription cycles for basic websites, I started HTMLforme to offer something better.
When you work with me, you get direct communication, honest advice, and a finished product that's yours forever.
Professional Structure
We operate with clear contracts, transparent pricing, and production-grade standards. HTMLforme is designed for organizations that value long-term assets over quick fixes.
- Written scope of work before any code is written
- Fixed project pricing—no hourly surprises
- Clear milestones and communication
- Professional invoicing and documentation
Our Values
Ownership
When a project is complete, the code is yours. No licenses, no restrictions, no dependency on us to keep your site running.
Transparency
You'll know what you're getting, what it costs, and when it will be done before we start. No hidden fees, no scope creep surprises.
Longevity
We build with standard technologies that will work for years, not proprietary systems that lock you in or become obsolete.
Simplicity
Complex problems don't require complex solutions. We favor clean, maintainable code over impressive-looking frameworks that create technical debt.