Software. Websites. Automation.
Built around the way your business works.
What We Build
Website Development
Marketing & business websites
Fast, modern marketing and business websites for businesses worldwide, built at South African rates: designed, built and hosted end to end.
Web Application Development
Custom web apps & SaaS
Custom web application and SaaS development for businesses worldwide: logins, dashboards and a real database, not a marketing site.
SEO, GEO & AEO
Search & AI-answer optimisation
Get found in Google search, Google AI Overviews, and AI assistants like ChatGPT, Claude and Perplexity.
Business Process Automation
Workflow & automation builds
Connect your tools and cut out manual, repetitive work: the same automation engine that powers every SimpleApps product.
Custom Software Development
Internal tools & systems
Custom software built for your business: internal tools, back-office systems and integrations between the software you already use.
Website Subscription
From R499/month
A professional business website from R499/month, including a .co.za domain, without the big upfront bill. Build, hosting and support included.
We build software that:
- Replaces your current outdated solutions
- Saves you money
- Eliminates repetitive admin
- Connects your existing systems
- Reduces costly mistakes
- Saves hours every week
- Gives you better visibility over your business
Why Choose SimpleApps
- Built in South Africa
- Local support
- Affordable monthly pricing
- Modern cloud software
- Custom automation expertise
- Fast turnaround
- POPIA-conscious solutions
Common Challenges
How can we help?
If any of these sound familiar, we can help.
- Too much manual admin
- Staff wasting hours every week
- Multiple systems that don't talk to each other
- Information scattered everywhere
- Repetitive work
- Expensive software that doesn't fit your business
- A process everyone says "can't be automated"
Imagine if your business could...
- Automatically send WhatsApp updates
- Generate invoices
- Follow up with customers
- Process forms instantly
- Connect your existing software
- Produce reports automatically
- Notify staff in real time
- Use AI to save hours every week
That's exactly what we build.
Our Products
One team, six focused apps
Purpose-built tools for South African businesses, schools, churches, communities and learner drivers, built and supported locally.
Church management
ShepherdlyShepherdly
Church management
Members, giving, attendance and communication for South African churches, in one simple, POPIA-aware platform.
8tend
Schools, clubs & academies
Real-time schedules, confirmed attendance and instant alerts for the parents who trust you.
Loyalty
Customer rewards
A digital loyalty programme that keeps customers coming back. No plastic cards, no expensive hardware.
Learners
K53 licence practice
Unlimited randomised practice for the new computerised learner's licence test, with real explanations for every answer.
SimpleApps Forms
Branded forms & signatures
Build indemnity waivers, consent forms and party info sheets, signed with a finger, no printing or scanning.
SimpleApps Studio
Studio management
Members, class scheduling, digital waivers, billing and bookings, all in one branded system for dance, fitness and martial arts studios.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What services does SimpleApps provide?
SimpleApps provides custom software development, web applications, business process automation, and purpose-built SaaS applications. We design, build, and host custom digital solutions for businesses in South Africa and globally.
How much does custom software development cost with SimpleApps?
SimpleApps offers custom software development and business automation at competitive South African rates, providing high-quality custom engineering without Silicon Valley prices. Pricing is tailored to business size and project scope.
Does SimpleApps build POPIA-compliant software?
Yes, all software, web applications, and SaaS platforms built by SimpleApps are designed to be POPIA-conscious, ensuring customer and business data remains secure, protected, and compliant with South Africa's privacy regulations.
Can SimpleApps automate existing business workflows?
Yes, SimpleApps specializes in business process automation. We integrate existing software systems, automate customer updates via WhatsApp and email, automate report generation, and streamline internal forms to eliminate repetitive admin work.
Where is SimpleApps located, and which regions do you serve?
SimpleApps is based in South Africa and serves businesses across South Africa, the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand with local support and cloud software solutions.
Contact
Let's automate your business
Whether you need custom software or one of our ready-made platforms, we'd love to hear about your business. Tell us what's slowing you down, and we'll help you find the smartest solution.
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Contact Information
We're here to help you transform your business with automation. Reach out through any of the channels below.
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We typically respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. For urgent matters, feel free to call us directly.