WordPress Development
WordPress Development
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We build fast, flexible WordPress websites that are designed around your business, not restricted by a template.
From bespoke websites and WooCommerce stores to custom plugins and integrations, we use WordPress to create digital experiences that are secure, scalable and straightforward to manage.
Our WordPress expertise goes far beyond installing themes and plugins. We develop custom functionality, solve complex technical problems and work with existing WordPress sites to improve performance, stability and usability. Whether you need a new website, a bespoke E-Commerce solution or ongoing technical support, we can provide the development expertise behind it.
Great Wordpress Development Is About More than Installing Plugins
WordPress Built Around Your Business
We build WordPress websites around your business, your customers and what you need your website to do. From custom themes and WooCommerce to bespoke plugins and third-party integrations, we combine deep WordPress expertise with practical thinking to create fast, secure and maintainable websites with room to grow.
What we do
WordPress Development Built to Last - What We Deliver
Your vision into reality
Bespoke WordPress websites built around your ideas, goals and business.
Mobile-first build
Responsive WordPress websites designed to work beautifully on every device.
WooCommerce ready
Powerful, flexible online stores built to make selling simple.
Get your business found
SEO-friendly foundations that help the right people find your business.
Upgrades to your current site
Improve, extend or modernise your existing WordPress website.
Ongoing support
Reliable WordPress maintenance and technical support whenever you need it.
Our Process
1
Discover and Research
We start by understanding your business, customers and objectives. We’ll explore what your website needs to achieve, research your market and identify the functionality needed to create the right WordPress solution.
2
Sitemap and Architecture
Before design begins, we plan how everything fits together. We’ll structure your pages, content and user journeys to make your website intuitive to navigate, easy to manage and built with search visibility in mind.
3
Creative Design
We turn the strategy into a distinctive website design that reflects your brand. Every element is considered around your audience, combining strong visual design with usability to create an experience that feels effortless.
4
'Theme' Development
Once the design is approved, we bring it to life with a bespoke WordPress theme. Built around your requirements rather than an off-the-shelf template, it’s responsive, flexible and easy for your team to manage.
5
Plugin Development
Where your website needs something more, we can develop bespoke WordPress plugins and functionality around your requirements. From integrations and automation to custom features, we build solutions that work seamlessly with your website.
6
Testing, Launch, Support
Before launch, we thoroughly test your website across devices, browsers and key functionality. Once everything is ready, we’ll take care of deployment and remain on hand for ongoing support, maintenance and future development.
Delivering WordPress websites since 2012
Harnessing the full potential of WordPress requires expertise and experience.
What do we offer?
Your vision into reality
Free Thinking Design can build your WordPress website from scratch or improve the site you already have. From design and functionality to performance and usability, we’ll turn your ideas into a fast, reliable website that works for your business today and can evolve as your needs grow.
Mobile-first build
We design responsive WordPress websites with mobile at their core, ensuring they look and perform beautifully across phones, tablets and desktops. From navigation and page layouts to speed and usability, every element is carefully considered to give your visitors a smooth, intuitive experience on every device.
Optimised for speed
We build WordPress websites with performance in mind from the start. Clean development, efficient code and carefully optimised assets help keep pages loading quickly and running smoothly, creating a better experience for your visitors while supporting engagement, conversions and your website’s visibility in search.
Get your business found
A great WordPress website needs to be built with search in mind. We follow SEO best practices throughout development, creating a strong technical foundation that helps search engines understand your content, improves performance and gives your business the best opportunity to be discovered by the right people.
Problem solving
When something isn’t working as it should, we can get to the root of the problem. From performance and security issues to complex bugs and custom functionality, our WordPress developers can diagnose, fix and improve your site, with ongoing hosting and technical support available when you need it.
Upgrades to your current site
Your existing WordPress site doesn’t always need replacing. We can improve, extend or modernise what you already have, from new functionality and design changes to complex migrations and integrations. We’ll work carefully with your existing setup to minimise disruption and keep your website running smoothly throughout.
On-going support
We’re here to keep your WordPress website secure, reliable and running at its best long after launch. From updates and maintenance to troubleshooting and technical improvements, our ongoing support gives you access to experienced developers who understand your website and are there when you need them.
Benefits for your business
A website that works around you
Your WordPress website can be shaped around the way your business actually works, rather than forcing you into an off-the-shelf solution.
Easier to manage
WordPress gives your team control over everyday content, allowing you to make updates without relying on a developer for every small change.
Better customer experiences
Fast loading times, responsive design and intuitive journeys make it easier for customers to find what they need and take action.
Lower long-term development costs
Using a flexible, widely supported platform means existing functionality can often be extended rather than continually rebuilding from scratch.
Technology you own
Your website isn't tied to a closed website builder. WordPress gives your business greater control over its content, data and future development.
What our clients say...
Sherwood Training
We were recommended by a colleague to work with the team at Free Thinking Design as what we do is a little niche and we wanted something bespoke to our needs. From day 1, Matt and the team have helped and supported us in every way to achieve our new and updated website. I personally like the way they do research and truly get a feel not only for our business but also the wider sector. A very professional and supportive team of wonderful people. I would highly recommend.
PCVS
Matt, Dan and the team are great to deal with. Coming up with fresh ideas and solutions both at design stage and as we develop our services - and are quick to respond. They have supported us through the whole process of designing and updating our website, and adding new interactive features and our membership platform.
PECT
We've worked with Matt and the Free Thinking Design team for over the last 5 years, and they manage several of our websites. The team are always on hand for any queries or questions that we have regarding our sites, as well as offering new ideas to ensure we are providing an excellent user journey. We would recommend working with Free Thinking Design for a well-designed, professional, functional website and great customer service.
Freshwater Habitats Trust
Matt and the Free Thinking Design team met every challenge with intelligence and creativity. They really 'got us' as an organisation and understood our brand and requirements. The result is a website that not only looks beautiful and perfectly reflects the organisation we've become, but is easy to use and gives us the range and flexibility we need. The team were a pleasure to work with from start to finish and we couldn't be happier with the result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to know more about Free Thinking? Drop us an email hello@ftd.io or give us a call on 01733 394610 for an informal chat
WordPress is the world’s leading CMS, and there’s a reason for this. Its user-friendly interface, flexibility, and scalability make it a top choice for businesses and individuals looking to establish a strong online presence.
A fantastic open-source platform, WordPress empowers businesses to create engaging content, manage data capture and promote products and services online. A WordPress website offers you a responsive, flexible and future-proof solution.