Meet the CEO behind Mozello’s clean, code-free website builder: Interview with Kārlis Blūmentāls
Recently, Website Planet spoke with our CEO Kārlis Blūmentāls to explore how Mozello is redefining simplicity when you create a website or build an online store. From lightning-fast setup to built-in multilingual support and a truly beginner-friendly interface, Mozello website builder is empowering small businesses and entrepreneurs to build their online presence effortlessly.
Continue reading to learn more what Karlis had to say!
Mozello: A Simpler Way to Create a Website
Mozello was founded in 2013, but the inspiration for a simple, intuitive website creator had been brewing for years. Having worked in eCommerce and web development since 2000, I recognized a clear need for a platform where anyone—regardless of technical skills—could create a website or launch an online store without dealing with complicated coding, hosting, or domain management.
At that time, several website creators existed, but many were overly complex, lacked mobile support, or featured cumbersome drag-and-drop interfaces. We saw an opportunity to build a website builder for small businesses that was intuitive, fast, and affordable.
After a year of development, Mozello officially launched. Although not the largest, Mozello quickly established itself as one of the best website builders for simplicity, speed, and ease-of-use, particularly beneficial for entrepreneurs who value quick, hassle-free results.
How to Create a Website or Online Store with Mozello
Creating a website or an online store with Mozello couldn't be easier. Simply head over to Mozello.com, click the "Create Website" or "Create Online Store" button, enter your email and password, and you're instantly taken to the easy-to-use visual editor.
From there, customizing your website is straightforward—choose your design, style, and layout, all without needing any coding skills. You can effortlessly add products, tweak colors, choose fonts, and personalize design elements with a few simple clicks.
To ensure your success, Mozello provides comprehensive video guides, tutorials with step-by-step screenshots, and blog articles covering everything from how to build a website to effective SEO and online marketing strategies. This means you can realistically have your small business website or online store fully operational within hours, or even a single evening.
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Why Mozello Stands Out as a Website Builder for Small Business
The greatest advantage Mozello offers entrepreneurs is speed—made possible by unparalleled simplicity. Unlike complicated website creators with steep learning curves, Mozello allows small businesses to create a website quickly, without compromising on quality.
Another major benefit is our affordability and transparency. Mozello has zero platform transaction fees, allowing entrepreneurs to choose any payment gateway without extra charges, unlike competitors such as Shopify. Moreover, every Mozello premium subscription comes with a free domain for the lifetime of your account, significantly reducing startup costs.
Our smaller size also allows us to offer personalized customer support. With just two steps between our customers and the CEO, Mozello guarantees quick, personalized responses and rapid issue resolution, something larger website builder companies simply can't match.
Additionally, Mozello does not rely on AI chatbots. Instead, real people handle customer inquiries, ensuring efficient, human-centric support.
Built for Multilingual and EU Compliance Needs
Being based in the EU provides Mozello with unique advantages for small businesses operating across Europe. Mozello offers built-in multilingual support, meaning you can easily make a website available in multiple languages without additional plugins or complicated setups.
Furthermore, Mozello ensures full compliance with EU regulations, including GDPR, cookie policies, privacy management, and accessibility standards. We integrate seamlessly with popular EU shipping and payment solutions, making Mozello an ideal choice for European small businesses.
How much does it cost to build a website and online store?
Mozello offers three clear, straightforward pricing plans:
- Free: Perfect for testing the waters, offering a fully functional website hosted on a Mozello subdomain.
- Premium (€9/month with an annual subscription): Ideal for standard business websites, including the ability to connect a custom domain name.
- Premium Plus (€18/month with an annual subscription): Designed for eCommerce, with unlimited products, multiple payment gateways, shipping integrations, and advanced features.
Mozello’s pricing structure is transparent, straightforward, and designed to scale alongside your small business.
Looking Forward: More Tools for Small Businesses
Mozello continuously evolves to meet the changing needs of small businesses. Soon, we're excited to launch a fully integrated booking system—one of our most requested features. This new addition will empower businesses such as beauty salons, hotels, restaurants, and car rental services to offer seamless online reservations directly through their websites, without the need for external plugins or complicated integrations.
At Mozello, we remain committed to making the process of creating and managing websites and eCommerce platforms as effortless and accessible as possible. Whether you're building your first business website or scaling your online store, Mozello ensures you have the tools and support you need to succeed.
Special thanks to Website Planet for the insightful interview! Continue exploring to see what else Karlis shared about Mozello’s journey and future plans.