📝 WordPress Development · Themes, Plugins & Performance

WordPress Development That’s Fast, Secure & Built for Growth

Custom WordPress themes, plugin development, speed optimization, and security hardening. I build WordPress sites that load fast, rank on Google, and scale with your business. Starting at $600. $0 upfront payment.

✅ Custom Themes & Plugins ⚡ Speed Optimization 🛡️ Security Hardening 🔍 SEO-Ready Structure
What I Build

WordPress Development Services

Everything you need to build, optimize, and maintain a high-performing WordPress site.

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Custom Theme Design

Unique, brand-aligned themes built from scratch or customized from your existing designs. No bloated templates.

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Plugin Development

Custom plugins to add functionality tailored to your business — no unnecessary code.

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Speed Optimization

Caching, image optimization, and code cleanup targeting 90+ PageSpeed scores. Aiming for LCP under 2.5s. Performance matters →

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Security Hardening

Firewall setup, malware removal, 2FA enforcement, and proactive monitoring to keep your site safe. Security services →

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SEO-Ready Setup

Schema markup, optimized headings, and clean code that search engines love. SEO services →

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Maintenance & Support

Ongoing updates, backups, and priority support to keep your site running perfectly. Maintenance plans →

Transparent Pricing

WordPress Development Pricing

Every WordPress project includes direct communication with me — no account managers.

$600

Starter

  • ✓ Custom theme
  • ✓ Up to 5 pages
  • ✓ Basic SEO setup
  • ✓ Mobile-ready design
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$2,500+

Custom

  • ✓ Custom plugins
  • ✓ API integrations
  • ✓ Advanced SEO
  • ✓ Performance tuning
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All packages include direct communication with me — no account managers. Get an instant estimate →

The Difference

DevGurux vs. Other WordPress Developers

What working with a solo specialist actually looks like.

FeatureTypical FreelancerTypical AgencyDevGurux
Build ApproachOften page-builder basedLayered teams, varying quality✅ Lean, performance-focused builds — custom or builder, whatever serves speed
Speed FocusRarely prioritizedOften an extra cost✅ Speed targets set before build starts (LCP < 2.5s)
SecurityMinimalExtra cost✅ Included in all packages (security →)
SEO FoundationsOften overlookedSeparate service✅ Built into every site (SEO →)
CommunicationCan be inconsistentAccount managers✅ Direct with the developer
Typical Price RangeVaries widelyUsually the highest ($5k-$25k+)✅ $600–$2,500+, published openly
What Kills Performance

4 WordPress Assumptions That Quietly Kill Performance

The same issues show up on audit after audit — and they’re all fixable.

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“More plugins = more functionality”

Every plugin adds code, potential conflicts, and attack surface. The heaviest sites I see aren’t broken — they’re just carrying 20+ plugins where a handful of well-chosen ones (plus custom code where it counts) would do the same job faster and safer.

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“Shared hosting is fine for most sites”

Hosting is the ceiling on everything else — no amount of caching fixes a slow server. I match hosting to your actual traffic instead of defaulting to the cheapest option, because the right tier pays for itself in speed and reliability.

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“Once built, no maintenance needed”

WordPress core, themes, and plugins all update on their own schedules. Skip the updates and you’re not standing still — you’re slowly accumulating the exact vulnerabilities attackers scan for. Maintenance plans →

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“A strong password protects my login”

Automated bots guess passwords around the clock. Rate limiting, CAPTCHA, and two-factor authentication (2FA) are what actually stop brute-force attacks — the password is just one layer.

One honest note about page builders: Tools like Elementor are legitimate — they’re how most site owners get easy editing, and they’re fine when configured well. Where they cost you is in code weight on speed-critical projects. My approach: use whatever serves your needs best, optimize it properly, and go fully custom only when the speed or functionality genuinely demands it. Also worth knowing: the Gutenberg block editor has become genuinely capable, and it leaves cleaner code than most builders.

Growth Planning

From a Simple Blog to a High-Traffic WordPress Site

How your WordPress setup needs to evolve as traffic grows.

FactorSmall Blog / BrochureGrowing Business SiteEnterprise (100k+ visits/mo)
HostingShared managed WPVPS or cloudDedicated or enterprise CDN
Caching StrategyPage cachingObject + page + CDNRedis + full-page + edge
DatabaseLocalReplicatedClustered with read replicas
Media HandlingLocal uploadsOff-load to CDNImage CDN + WebP delivery
Maintenance Cost$49/mo$149/moCustom SLA

Start where your traffic is — I build architecture that extends instead of rebuilds.

FAQ

WordPress Development FAQ

Straight answers to the questions I get asked most.

Custom theme design, plugin development, speed optimization, security hardening, migration, and ongoing maintenance.

Projects start at $600. Business sites with advanced features range from $1,499–$2,500+. Use the cost calculator for a scoped estimate. $0 upfront payment.

Yes — speed optimization and security hardening for existing WordPress sites is one of my most requested services. Most sites see significant PageSpeed improvements after optimization; I’ll assess yours and quote against a realistic target. Speed optimization →

Yes — plans start at $49/month covering updates, security monitoring, daily backups, and priority support. See plans →

Every site is fully responsive and includes on-page SEO foundations, schema markup, and optimized loading. SEO services →

Both, depending on what serves you. Page builders give you easy self-editing; custom code and the block editor give maximum speed and control. I’ll recommend the approach that fits your editing needs and performance goals — and optimize whichever we choose properly.

Sharjeel Bin Amir — WordPress Developer at DevGurux

Built by Sharjeel Bin Amir

Founder & Lead WordPress Developer

WordPress has been my primary platform for 4+ years. I build lightweight custom themes, write plugins that solve specific business problems, and rescue slow, neglected sites. I also publish WordPress plugins publicly (my ShowMyAura portfolio plugin is on WordPress.org), so I work with the platform's internals, not just its surface. Read my full story →

4+ Years Experience 100+ Projects Delivered $0 Upfront Payment

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