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.
WordPress Development Services
Everything you need to build, optimize, and maintain a high-performing WordPress site.
Custom Theme Design
Unique, brand-aligned themes built from scratch or customized from your existing designs. No bloated templates.
Plugin Development
Custom plugins to add functionality tailored to your business — no unnecessary code.
Speed Optimization
Caching, image optimization, and code cleanup targeting 90+ PageSpeed scores. Aiming for LCP under 2.5s. Performance matters →
Security Hardening
Firewall setup, malware removal, 2FA enforcement, and proactive monitoring to keep your site safe. Security services →
SEO-Ready Setup
Schema markup, optimized headings, and clean code that search engines love. SEO services →
Maintenance & Support
Ongoing updates, backups, and priority support to keep your site running perfectly. Maintenance plans →
WordPress Development Pricing
Every WordPress project includes direct communication with me — no account managers.
Business
- ✓ Custom theme
- ✓ 10+ pages + blog
- ✓ Lead capture forms
- ✓ Speed optimization
All packages include direct communication with me — no account managers. Get an instant estimate →
DevGurux vs. Other WordPress Developers
What working with a solo specialist actually looks like.
4 WordPress Assumptions That Quietly Kill Performance
The same issues show up on audit after audit — and they’re all fixable.
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.
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.
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 →
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.
From a Simple Blog to a High-Traffic WordPress Site
How your WordPress setup needs to evolve as traffic grows.
Start where your traffic is — I build architecture that extends instead of rebuilds.
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.
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 →
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