WordPress

Custom WordPress development — not themes installed and configured. We build custom themes from scratch, write custom plugins in PHP, and configure WordPress to perform at production quality.

Overview

WordPress Technology Overview

WordPress is our most deployed platform after Next.js — and the one where our depth of experience is most visible. We've built WordPress sites for government bodies (Melsungen, Germany), educational institutions, manufacturing companies, dental clinics, NGOs, media companies, and e-commerce businesses across India, Europe, the UK, and the US. 200+ WordPress projects over 10 years means we've encountered and solved every type of WordPress complexity.

Custom WordPress development means building to your requirements — not adapting a commercial theme to vaguely resemble your design. We build custom PHP themes, custom admin panels, custom Gutenberg blocks, and custom database schemas when the standard WordPress data model doesn't fit. We also know when using a base theme (GeneratePress, Underscores) with custom development is the right choice versus building from a blank canvas.

Our WordPress work consistently prioritises performance — WordPress can be fast or notoriously slow, and the difference is in how it's built, what plugins are installed, and how caching and hosting are configured.

Challenges

WordPress Challenges Solved

01

WordPress Sites That Are Slow by Default

Default WordPress installations with multiple plugins and a premium theme score poorly on PageSpeed. We implement object caching, page caching, CDN integration, database optimisation, and image compression that bring WordPress sites to sub-2 second load times on standard hosting.

02

Security Vulnerabilities in Standard WordPress Setups

WordPress is the most attacked CMS because it's the most popular. We implement security hardening as standard: disabling XML-RPC, removing author enumeration, database prefix changes, file permission hardening, and Cloudflare WAF configuration.

03

Plugin Conflicts Breaking Functionality

Too many plugins, poorly coded third-party plugins, and plugin version conflicts create instability. We audit existing plugin stacks, remove redundant plugins, replace poorly coded ones with custom PHP alternatives, and test updates in staging before applying to production.

04

Custom Functionality That Plugins Can't Handle

Generic plugins solve generic problems. When your business requires specific order management logic, custom user roles, proprietary pricing calculations, or integration with your internal systems, custom plugin development is the right solution — not another plugin stacked on top of others.

05

Gutenberg Blocks That Don't Match Brand

The default Gutenberg block library rarely matches a custom design precisely. We build custom Gutenberg blocks that extend the block editor with your specific content structures — giving content editors the right tools without custom development for every content update.

Our Features

Key Features

Custom PHP theme development

from blank canvas or base theme

Custom Gutenberg block development

React-based block editor extensions

Custom plugin development

bespoke functionality in PHP

WordPress REST API

headless WordPress as backend for React/Next.js frontends

Multisite

centrally managed networks of WordPress sites

Performance optimisation

caching, CDN, database, image compression

Security hardening

standard on every WordPress project

Third-party API integration

any external service connected via WordPress

WordPress staging environments

local development to staging to production workflow

Figma to WordPress

pixel-perfect implementation of any design

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We believe in quality

We believe in quality, combining AI-powered insights with web design, development, and eCommerce services to deliver seamless performance, engaging experiences, and scalable solutions that drive sustainable business growth.

We drive positive change

We drive positive change through innovative web design, development, and eCommerce services, creating impactful digital experiences that empower businesses, enhance engagement, and accelerate sustainable growth.

We are rational together

We are rational together, combining strategic thinking, data-driven decisions, and collaborative innovation to deliver smart, efficient digital solutions that drive meaningful results and sustainable business growth.

The Way We Work

We combine innovation, expertise, and collaboration to deliver tailored solutions that help businesses achieve their goals. Our structured approach ensures quality, transparency, and measurable results at every stage.

Step 01

Discover

Understand your business needs, goals, and challenges.

Step 02

Plan

Create a customized strategy and project roadmap.

Step 03

Design

Develop user-focused and innovative solution concepts.

Step 04

Build

Implement and develop the solution using best practices.

Step 05

Test

Ensure quality, performance, and reliability through rigorous testing.

Step 06

Deploy

Launch the solution smoothly and efficiently. Test, validate, and go live with confidence. Deliver a stable user experience.

Step 07

Maintain

Provide ongoing maintenance, optimization, and growth support.

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"Working with Aksharsoft Solutions has been a great experience. Impressive skills, professionalism and a genuine commitment to getting the job done right. They have a remarkable ability to take a complex idea and turn it into a reality. It's rare to find a team that works this quickly and effectively while still making you feel completely in the loop. I can't recommend them highly enough, in fact, I work with Aksharsoft on many continual projects and they always have a solution to my problems. If you're looking for a web development team that treats your project like their own and consistently delivers top-notch results, look no further."

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“Malay is a highly skilled web developer. He has been involved in our platform from the beginning and is part of our success. He works fast and is very clear in his communication. We continue to work with Malay and are very satisfied.”

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“We have worked with many web developers in our time but we have never worked with a web designer who is as efficient, intelligent and able to deliver exactly what we ask for within an incredible time-frame as Malay." "Malay has developed more than one website for us, the main website he developed exceeded our expectations and does more than we ever thought imaginable, if we’ve ever had an issue Malay has been able to resolve it incredibly quick for us, I would recommend Malay to anyone and will continue to do so.”

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Nico Huck

“I started Working with Malay since 2018. He is the most reliable developer I ever met. He is honest and he made a lot of project work really fast. I also worked with him with bigger development team. He has also project management skills as well. He also has a deep understanding in the project workflow and can imagine in business models, thats why I appreciate to work with him close with the clients. Without him, my business were not able to grow such fast.”

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“Malay has a deep knowledge of the computer world and its languages. He is one of those people who has a perfect balance between ability and commitment, managing to design creative and successful customizations. His patience and dedication to his work convert him into an ally of any project. We are pleased to have met him on this journey ...”

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Mikkel Grønne

“Akshar Soft Solutions is the team you want to work with – honest, reliable and hard-working. They treat your project like it’s their own and they treat their clients like family. It has been a true pleasure working with Akshar Soft Solutions to scale my business and I look forward to many more prosperous years.”

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FAQs

Common Questions About This Technology

01. Do you use page builders like Elementor or Divi?
We use Elementor for projects where design flexibility and client content management simplicity are the priorities — particularly for content-heavy marketing sites where non-technical staff need to update complex page layouts. For performance-critical projects, we build custom themes without page builders — they add significant JavaScript and CSS overhead.
02. Do you develop custom WordPress plugins?
Yes — custom plugin development is a core service. We build plugins for custom post types and taxonomies, admin panels, custom data processing, e-commerce extensions, and integration with external APIs. Custom plugins are more maintainable and more performant than stacking third-party plugins.
03. Can you make our existing WordPress site faster?
Yes — WordPress speed optimisation is a specific engagement we do regularly. We audit your current setup with PageSpeed Insights and WP Query Monitor, identify the bottlenecks (typically unoptimised images, unnecessary plugins, missing caching, or database query problems), and implement fixes that measurably improve scores.
04. Can you use WordPress as a headless CMS for a Next.js frontend?
Yes — headless WordPress uses the WordPress REST API or WPGraphQL as a content backend, with a Next.js or React frontend handling rendering. This gives you the editorial experience of WordPress with the performance and flexibility of Next.js. We've built headless WordPress implementations for several client projects.
05. Do you support WordPress after the project is delivered?
Yes — we offer ongoing WordPress maintenance covering plugin updates, security monitoring, content changes, and bug fixes. Maintenance can be arranged as a monthly retainer or on a per-task basis depending on your needs.
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