Building an online social security system — something that lets citizens check benefits, manage accounts, apply for services, or receive statements — is significantly more involved than a typical consumer app because it must handle sensitive personal data, integrate with backend government databases, and meet strict security and compliance standards.

Here’s a realistic view of what such a system might cost in the U.S. context (in USD), based on industry benchmarks for government service apps and secure digital platforms: (apptunix)

💰 Typical Cost Ranges for a Social Security-Type Online System

🧩 1. Basic Digital Service Portal

• Core features: secure login, view benefit info, simple forms, status tracking.
• Platforms: web portal and basic mobile app (iOS/Android).
  💰 $100,000 – $250,000
  This includes secure user authentication, database integration, and a user dashboard. (apptunix)

🛡️ 2. Medium-Complexity System

• Adds: multi-factor authentication, document upload, notifications, API integration with legacy social security databases.
  💰 $250,000 – $500,000
  Systems that talk to existing government backends and have moderate automation live in this range. (apptunix)

🚨 3. Enterprise-Grade, Highly Secure Platform

• Enterprise features: advanced encryption, biometric login, compliance with federal security standards (FISMA, NIST), accessibility compliance, real-time data syncing.
• High scalability for millions of users.
  💰 $500,000 – $1,000,000+
  Large government services platforms or national social security systems can easily exceed this, especially when they need independent security audits or continuous monitoring. (apptunix)