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WordPress Development

When the client needs to update their own content, WordPress still makes sense.

WordPress powers around 40% of the web for good reason. For businesses that need to regularly update content themselves, manage a blog, or hand the site over to a non-technical team, WordPress is a practical and well-understood choice.

The difference between a good WordPress site and a slow, bloated, vulnerable one is almost entirely in how it is built. A well-constructed WordPress site with a lean custom theme, minimal plugins, and proper hosting can perform well and stay secure. The problems come from over-reliance on page builders and poorly maintained plugin stacks.

What is included

  • Custom theme development (no off-the-shelf theme hacks)
  • Block editor configuration for easy content management
  • Plugin selection and configuration - only what is necessary
  • Performance optimisation including caching and image handling
  • Security hardening and update workflow setup
  • Content migration from existing site if required
  • Training so you can update the site confidently

How it works

1

Requirements

We establish what content the client needs to manage themselves and what can be handled statically.

2

Design

The design is worked out in Figma, matching your brand precisely before theme development begins.

3

Theme build

A custom theme is built to the design. No bloated parent theme frameworks.

4

Plugin setup

Only necessary plugins are installed and configured. Every plugin is a maintenance and security liability.

5

Handover

The site is documented and a training session ensures you can manage content from day one.

Why it matters

For a business that genuinely needs staff to update the site regularly without developer involvement, WordPress remains the most practical option. For businesses that rarely update content, a Next.js static site will be faster, more secure, and cheaper to maintain. The right choice depends on your actual content management needs.

What you get

  • Non-technical staff can update content without developer help
  • Large ecosystem of plugins for CRM, bookings, and third-party integrations
  • Familiar admin interface that most people can use without training
  • SEO plugins (Yoast, Rank Math) with well-established track records

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