Websites & eCommerce
WordPress development services for fast, custom websites
Qovex Studio builds custom WordPress websites with block themes, Gutenberg blocks, custom plugins, WooCommerce and headless front-ends. Your team edits content freely, while the site stays fast, secure and easy to rank.
WordPress development services
Every WordPress service we offer starts from your content model and ends with a site your team edits without a developer.
Custom WordPress websites
Bespoke business websites designed in Figma and built as a custom block theme.
Custom theme development
Block themes with theme.json design tokens, templates and patterns, no bloated multipurpose themes.
Gutenberg block development
Custom blocks for your components, with locked layouts editors cannot break.
Plugin development
Custom plugins, post types, taxonomies, fields and REST API endpoints.
WooCommerce development
Stores with custom product types, checkout tweaks, subscriptions and integrations.
Headless WordPress
WordPress as the CMS with a Next.js or Astro front-end, connected through the REST API or WPGraphQL.
Figma to WordPress
Your designs converted into a pixel-accurate, editable and accessible WordPress theme.
WordPress migrations
Moves from Wix, Squarespace, Webflow, Joomla, Drupal or HubSpot with rankings protected.
Speed and security
Core Web Vitals fixes, caching, hardening, malware cleanup and plugin audits.
Built on Gutenberg blocks, not heavy page builders
Gutenberg is the block editor built into WordPress since version 5.0. We build your design as custom blocks, so editors work visually and the code stays clean.
Each component of your design, such as a hero, a pricing table or a testimonial, becomes a block with its own settings. Block patterns give editors ready-made sections, and locked templates keep the layout on brand. Page builders load extra CSS and JavaScript on every page; native blocks load only what each page uses, which keeps Core Web Vitals in the green.
- Custom blocks for every component
- Block patterns for common sections
- Locked templates that protect the design
- theme.json colours, type and spacing
- Editor guide and recorded training
Ways to build a WordPress website, compared
There are 6 common ways to build a WordPress website. The table compares launch speed, design freedom, performance and the stack each one uses.
A custom block theme suits most business websites: it launches fast, matches your brand exactly and stays light. Headless WordPress suits brands that publish to several channels or need app-like front-ends. We confirm the right option during discovery.
Custom plugins and integrations
When no plugin fits, we build one. Custom functionality lives in a plugin, never in the theme, so it survives every redesign.
We model your content with custom post types, taxonomies and fields, such as locations, team members, case studies or products. We extend the WordPress REST API, add WP-CLI commands for bulk tasks, and connect WordPress to the systems you already use.
CRM and marketing: HubSpot, Salesforce, Mailchimp, Klaviyo
Payments: Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay
Automation: Zapier, webhooks and custom APIs
Data: ERPs, inventory, booking and membership systems
Our WordPress tech stack
A lean, maintained stack: core WordPress, a few trusted plugins and custom code for the rest.
24 tools
Core · Editing · Commerce · SEO · Performance · Hosting · Workflow
Core
- WordPressThe CMS behind more than 40% of all websites, according to W3Techs.
- PHPThemes, plugins and server logic.
- MySQLThe WordPress database.
- MariaDBDrop-in MySQL replacement on modern hosts.
- JavaScriptInteractive blocks and front-end features.
- ReactThe framework the block editor is built on.
Editing
- GutenbergNative block editor and Full Site Editing.
- Advanced Custom FieldsStructured fields for custom content types.
- ElementorMaintained on existing sites; new builds use blocks.
Commerce
- WooCommerceProducts, carts, checkout and subscriptions.
- StripeCard payments and subscriptions.
- PayPalWallet and pay-later payments.
SEO
- Yoast SEOMeta data, sitemaps and schema.
- Rank MathSchema-rich SEO for content sites.
Performance
- WP RocketPage caching and file optimisation.
- RedisObject caching for faster queries.
- CloudflareCDN, firewall and DNS.
- NginxFast web server configuration.
Hosting
- WP EngineManaged WordPress hosting.
- KinstaManaged WordPress on Google Cloud.
Workflow
- ComposerPHP dependency management.
- GitHubVersion control and code review.
- DockerIdentical local and staging environments.
- WP-CLICommand-line updates, imports and deployments.
Speed and security built into every WordPress site
A slow or hacked WordPress site costs rankings and sales. These standards ship with every build.
Speed
- LCP ≤ 2.5 s, INP ≤ 200 ms, CLS ≤ 0.1
- Page, object and CDN caching
- WebP and AVIF images
- Only the scripts each page needs
Security
- Web application firewall
- Two-factor login for admins
- Least-privilege user roles
- Hidden version and file editing off
Updates
- Core, theme and plugin updates
- Tested on staging first
- Plugin audit every quarter
- PHP kept on a supported version
Recovery
- Daily off-site backups
- One-click restore points
- Uptime and malware monitoring
- Documented recovery plan
Migrating to WordPress without losing rankings
We move websites to WordPress from Wix, Squarespace, Webflow, Joomla, Drupal, HubSpot CMS and custom platforms.
Every migration starts with a full crawl of the current site. We export the content, media, users and forms, rebuild each template as blocks, and map every old URL to its new address with a 301 redirect. After launch, we watch Search Console for crawl errors and ranking changes until the new site settles.
How we build your WordPress website
Nine phases from discovery to support, each with a clear deliverable.
- 01
Discovery and audit
Goals, users, current site, plugins, hosting and SEO baseline.
Discovery report
- 02
Content model
Sitemap, custom post types, taxonomies and fields for every content type.
Sitemap and content model
- 03
UX wireframes
Layouts and user journeys for each template.
Clickable wireframes
- 04
UI design
Brand-led visual design and a component library in Figma.
Figma design system
- 05
Theme and block development
Block theme, custom blocks and plugins built on staging with Git.
Staging website
- 06
Content and SEO migration
Content moved in, redirects mapped, meta data and schema in place.
Redirect map
- 07
QA and testing
Browsers, devices, WCAG 2.2 AA, Core Web Vitals, forms and a security scan.
QA report
- 08
Launch and training
Go-live, Search Console, analytics and a recorded editor session.
Live site and editor guide
- 09
Care and growth
Updates, backups, monitoring and improvements every month.
Monthly care report
Ways to work with us
Choose the WordPress engagement that matches your project.
Full WordPress build
Strategy, design and development as one project.
Figma to WordPress
Your approved designs built as an editable block theme.
WooCommerce store
A WordPress store with the products, payments and shipping you need.
Headless WordPress
WordPress content with a modern front-end framework.
Redesign and migration
A new site or platform with rankings and content protected.
WordPress care plan
Updates, backups, security and small changes every month.
What we never do on WordPress
The habits that make WordPress sites slow, fragile and insecure.
Build habits we avoid
- A plugin for every small feature
- Page builders for core templates
- Custom code inside the theme’s functions file
- Editing WordPress core or parent themes
- Launching without staging and backups
Risks we refuse
- Nulled themes and plugins
- Shared admin passwords
- Abandoned plugins left installed
- Updates applied straight to live
- Hard-coded content editors cannot change
Plan your WordPress website
Tell us about your site and your team. We will reply with the right build option, a phased plan and a timeline.
Frequently asked questions about WordPress Development
Is WordPress good for business websites?
Yes. WordPress powers more than 40% of all websites, according to W3Techs. A custom block theme gives businesses full design control, easy editing, strong SEO and a huge integration ecosystem.
Should I use a custom theme or a pre-built theme?
Choose a custom theme for a unique brand, fast performance and long-term growth. A pre-built theme suits small budgets, but it loads features you never use and limits design changes.
Do you build with Elementor?
New websites are built with native Gutenberg blocks for speed and stability. We maintain and improve existing Elementor sites, and migrate them to blocks when performance matters.
How much does WordPress development cost?
WordPress development cost depends on the number of templates, custom blocks and plugins, integrations, content migration and WooCommerce needs. We quote from a phased plan after discovery.
How long does it take to build a WordPress website?
A custom WordPress business website typically takes 6 to 10 weeks. WooCommerce stores, headless builds and large migrations take longer.
Is WordPress secure?
WordPress is secure when it is maintained. Most breaches come from outdated or abandoned plugins and weak passwords, so every build includes a firewall, two-factor login, updates and daily backups.
Can I edit the website myself?
Yes. Your team edits pages with custom blocks and patterns, and locked templates keep the design on brand. Every launch includes an editor guide and a recorded training session.
What is headless WordPress?
Headless WordPress uses WordPress only to manage content and sends it through the REST API or WPGraphQL to a separate front-end, such as Next.js or Astro, for speed and flexibility.
Can you migrate my website to WordPress?
Yes. We migrate from Wix, Squarespace, Webflow, Joomla, Drupal, HubSpot CMS and custom platforms, with a 301 redirect for every URL to protect rankings.
Do you provide WordPress maintenance?
Yes. Our care plans include core, theme and plugin updates tested on staging, daily backups, uptime and malware monitoring, and monthly reports.
Who owns the WordPress website?
You do. You receive full admin access, the theme and plugin code in your repository, and every licence in your name.