IT and web specialist profile on Websta Romania

What sections and information your profile needs

Your Websta profile works as a simple website for your business. The core sections are: a profile photo or business image, a clear description of what you do, a list of the specific services you offer (for example: website design, WordPress setup, server maintenance, cybersecurity consulting), photos or screenshots of your work if you have them, contact information, and either a booking calendar if you take appointments, or a contact form where clients request quotes.

For IT and web work in Romania, clients often need to understand whether you handle small business websites, e-commerce, software development, infrastructure, or support - be specific rather than vague. If you work across multiple areas, list each as a separate service so people searching for a particular task can find you easily.

Photos matter. Include at least one professional photo of yourself. If your work is technical, add screenshots or photos of completed websites, dashboards, or setups that show what you deliver. Avoid stock images; real work samples build confidence.

Which languages to publish your profile in

Publish your profile in Romanian first. Most of your clients will search in Romanian, and Romanian is the main language for local search on Websta. If you work with international clients or companies that operate in English, add an English version - Websta allows you to set up your profile in multiple languages and clients will see the version that matches their browser or chosen language.

Do not add languages you cannot support in conversation or email. If a client contacts you in English but you prefer to work in Romanian, say so upfront in your profile.

How clients in Romania search for IT and web specialists

People look for IT services on Websta by service type and location. The main marketplace for this trade in Romania is at /marketplace/tech, and clients can filter by city or region, or post a task describing what they need. A small business owner in Brașov might search for 'website design Brașov', while a company in Bucharest could post a task for 'network security audit' and wait for offers from specialists nearby.

Search terms are practical: 'WordPress specialist', 'IT support for small business', 'web hosting setup', 'cybersecurity consultant', 'software developer'. Many clients do not know the exact technical term for what they need, so they describe the problem or goal - make sure your service titles and descriptions match the language they use.

Setting up your legal status as an independent provider

Romania requires independent service providers to register with the local tax authority and obtain a tax registration number (CIF). The exact requirements depend on whether you work as a sole trader (persoană fizică autorizată), a microenterprise, or another structure. This is a matter to confirm with the local Trade and Industry Chamber (Camera de Comerț) in your region or with an accountant familiar with Romanian tax law.

Payments from clients through Websta go to your personal bank account via Stripe, so you need a Romanian bank account and to report your income to the tax office as required by Romanian law. Keep clear records of all transactions.

If you work from home, check with your local authorities whether you need planning permission or whether residential use is restricted in your area. Some cities have specific rules for home-based businesses.

What to include in your profile during the first hour

Start with your name, a clear job title (e.g., 'Web Developer' or 'IT Support Specialist'), and a one-sentence description of what you do - for example, 'I build websites for small businesses and manage their WordPress sites' or 'I provide IT support and network setup for companies in Transylvania'. This takes ten minutes.

Then list three to five of your main services as separate items. For each, write a short sentence about what it includes: 'Website design and development using WordPress', 'Network security audit and recommendations', 'Cloud infrastructure setup and management'. Do not leave it blank or use only a category name. Spend fifteen minutes on this.

Add a contact email and phone number, and decide whether to use booking or quote requests - most IT work is quoted rather than booked by time, so a contact form asking for details about the job is more useful than a calendar. Upload a profile photo in the next twenty minutes. At this point your profile is live and searchable. You can refine it later with photos of your work, testimonials, or a more detailed biography.

Booking or quote requests: which to use

Most IT and web work in Romania is sold by quote, not by hourly booking. A client contacts you, describes what they need, and you estimate the cost and timeline. Use Websta's contact form or quote request feature to let clients tell you about their project, then you can respond with a price and scope.

If you do offer fixed services at set prices - for example, a basic website audit for a certain fee, or monthly support retainers - you can list these with prices. But for complex work, always ask the client's needs before giving a price.

Getting started with photos and portfolio

You do not need a large portfolio to start. A profile photo, one or two screenshots of a website you have built, or a photo of your workspace is enough. As you take on work in Romania, document it - ask clients if you can include their project in your portfolio, or take a before-and-after screenshot of a problem you solved.

Keep photos professional and recent. Outdated work samples or blurry images reduce trust. If you cannot show a client's work due to confidentiality, describe what you did in text instead.