Passive income: NO

Earning passive income as a web designer is challenging and not common. Most web design work is active, requiring ongoing client interaction and project management. To make it passive, one would need to create a system where work is outsourced or automated, such as hiring a team to handle projects or developing a subscription-based service for website maintenance. However, reaching this level is rare and typically achieved by a few outliers who have significant experience and resources. Many people mistakenly believe they can quickly achieve passive income through web design, but it often requires substantial upfront effort, investment, and a shift from direct client work to managing a business model that can operate independently.