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# WordPress Development

WordPress powers a huge chunk of the web for good reason. It is flexible, easy to use, and you control your content. We build custom WordPress themes from scratch with Advanced Custom Fields, so you get a site that's fast, secure, and simple to manage.

## What this includes

- **Custom WordPress Themes**: Every theme is designed and built specifically for your project. No off-the-shelf templates.
- **Advanced Custom Fields**: Flexible content structures that make updating your site intuitive. Edit content without touching code.
- **API Integrations**: Connect WordPress to ticketing systems, CRMs, payment gateways, and other third-party services.
- **Performance & Security**: Optimised database queries, proper caching, regular updates, and security best practices.
- **CMS Training**: We train you on how to manage your site. Update content, add pages, and manage users with confidence.
- **Maintenance & Support**: Regular updates, security monitoring, performance checks, and ongoing development as your needs evolve.

## Best for

- Businesses needing a content-managed website they can update themselves
- Want a fast, secure site without bloated page builders
- Need custom functionality, API integrations, or custom post types
- Want to own their website, not be locked into a proprietary platform
- Need an online store with WooCommerce

## Related

- Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/web-design
- Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/woocommerce
- Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/maintenance
- Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/wordpress-hack-cleanup
- Guide: https://webscape.co.nz/guides/wordpress-vs-squarespace-vs-wix
- Guide: https://webscape.co.nz/guides/website-cost-nz

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