WordPress Development

WordPress Development
in Kenya

Security-hardened WordPress websites built by developers who know WordPress inside out — including its vulnerabilities. Custom themes, WooCommerce stores, and M-Pesa integration for Kenyan businesses.

Custom Themes
WooCommerce
Security Hardened
THE CHALLENGE

WordPress Can Be Powerful — or Painful

WordPress powers 43% of all websites, but without expert setup, it can become a liability instead of an asset for your business.

Security Vulnerabilities

Outdated plugins and weak configurations leave WordPress sites exposed to hackers. Over 90,000 WordPress sites are attacked every minute — we know firsthand.

Slow Loading Speeds

Bloated themes and too many plugins slow your site to a crawl. On Kenyan 3G/4G networks, a slow WordPress site means lost customers who won't wait.

Generic Templates

Most WordPress developers use the same ThemeForest templates. Your business ends up looking like every other site — no brand identity, no competitive edge.

Poor Mobile Experience

Over 80% of Kenyan internet users browse on mobile. A WordPress site that isn't optimized for Samsung, Tecno, and Infinix devices loses most of its potential traffic.

No M-Pesa Integration

Most WordPress templates don't support M-Pesa out of the box. Kenyan customers expect to pay via Lipa Na M-Pesa — without it, you're leaving money on the table.

Plugin Overload

Too many plugins create conflicts, break updates, and open security holes. A typical WordPress site runs 20-30 plugins when it should use fewer than 10.

OUR APPROACH

WordPress Done Right

We've built hundreds of WordPress sites — and we've seen what happens when they're built wrong. Our experience means your WordPress site is built for performance, security, and growth.

Custom Theme Development

Every theme is designed and coded from scratch to match your brand. No ThemeForest templates, no Elementor bloat — just clean, fast, purpose-built design.

Security-First Architecture

Our own WordPress site was hacked. That experience drives our security-first approach: minimal plugins, WAF protection, 2FA, automated backups, and malware scanning on every build.

Kenya-Optimized Performance

Built for Kenyan networks with image optimization, lazy loading, CDN integration, and caching. Your site loads fast on Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom connections.

M-Pesa & Local Payments

Native M-Pesa STK Push integration, Pesapal, iPay, and card payments. Your WooCommerce store accepts payments the way Kenyans prefer to pay.

Honest Guidance

We'll tell you when WordPress is the right choice — and when a custom-coded site would serve you better. We offer both, so our advice is always in your best interest.

Typical WordPress vs Quest WordPress

Typical: Pre-made ThemeForest template
Quest: Custom theme designed for your brand
Typical: 20-30 plugins installed
Quest: Under 10 carefully vetted plugins
Typical: Basic security, hope for the best
Quest: WAF, 2FA, daily backups, malware scanning
Typical: No M-Pesa, PayPal only
Quest: M-Pesa STK Push + Pesapal + card payments
Typical: 5-8 second load time
Quest: Under 3 seconds on 4G networks
DELIVERABLES

What You Get with Every WordPress Project

Comprehensive WordPress development services designed for Kenyan businesses. From custom themes to M-Pesa integration, every detail is covered.

Custom Theme Design

A unique WordPress theme designed and hand-coded specifically for your brand. Responsive across all devices, optimized for speed, and built without page builders.

WooCommerce Store Setup

Full e-commerce functionality with product management, inventory tracking, shipping zones for Kenya and East Africa, and order management dashboard.

M-Pesa Integration

Native M-Pesa STK Push (Lipa Na M-Pesa) integration for WooCommerce. Customers pay directly from their phones with instant order confirmation and receipts.

Security Hardening

SSL certificate, Web Application Firewall, two-factor authentication, login attempt limiting, file permission hardening, automated daily backups, and malware scanning.

SEO Optimization

On-page SEO setup with Yoast/Rank Math, XML sitemaps, schema markup, meta tags, Open Graph, Google Search Console, and Google Analytics integration.

Mobile-First Responsive

Tested on Samsung, Tecno, Infinix, and iPhone devices popular in Kenya. Optimized for touch interactions, fast loading on 3G/4G, and smooth scrolling.

Admin Training

Hands-on WordPress dashboard training so your team can manage content, add products, publish blog posts, and handle basic updates without calling a developer.

Content Migration

Seamless migration of existing content, images, products, and SEO data from your old site. We preserve your Google rankings and redirect old URLs properly.

Ongoing Support & Maintenance

30 days of free post-launch support included. Optional monthly maintenance plans cover WordPress core updates, plugin updates, security monitoring, and backups.

OUR PROCESS

How We Build Your WordPress Site

A structured 4-step process honed over 10+ years and 500+ websites. You'll know exactly what's happening at every stage.

01

Discovery & Planning

We learn your business goals, target audience, and competitors. Together we define the sitemap, features, and WordPress setup that fits your needs.

  • Requirements gathering
  • Sitemap & content plan
  • Plugin selection & vetting
02

Design & Prototyping

Your custom WordPress theme takes shape. We create mockups for key pages and iterate based on your feedback before writing any code.

  • UI/UX mockup design
  • Mobile & desktop layouts
  • Client revision rounds
03

Development & Testing

We build your WordPress site on a staging server. Custom theme coding, plugin configuration, content entry, security hardening, and thorough testing.

  • Custom theme coding
  • Security & speed testing
  • Cross-device testing
04

Launch & Support

Your WordPress site goes live. We handle DNS, SSL, email setup, and provide admin training. Plus 30 days of free post-launch support.

  • Live deployment
  • Admin dashboard training
  • 30-day free support
PRICING

WordPress Development Packages

Transparent pricing for WordPress development in Kenya. Every package includes security hardening, SEO setup, and 30 days of free support.

Starter

WordPress Starter

Perfect for small businesses and personal brands getting online.

From
KES 25,000
  • Up to 5 pages
  • Custom theme design
  • Mobile responsive
  • Contact form
  • SSL & security setup
  • Basic SEO setup
  • 1 year hosting included
  • 30-day free support
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Most Popular
Business

WordPress Business

For growing businesses that need WooCommerce and advanced features.

From
KES 75,000
  • Up to 15 pages
  • WooCommerce store
  • M-Pesa integration
  • Custom theme + blog
  • Advanced security hardening
  • Full SEO optimization
  • 1 year hosting included
  • Admin training + 30-day support
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Enterprise

WordPress Enterprise

For large businesses needing custom plugins, multi-vendor, or complex integrations.

From
KES 150,000
  • Unlimited pages
  • Custom plugin development
  • Multi-vendor marketplace
  • M-Pesa + card payments
  • API integrations (ERP, CRM)
  • Enterprise security suite
  • 1 year hosting + maintenance
  • Priority support (60 days)
Request Custom Quote

All prices in Kenyan Shillings (KES). Custom quotes available for unique requirements. Contact us to discuss your project.

FAQ

WordPress Development Questions

Common questions about our WordPress development services in Kenya.

WordPress website development in Kenya starts from KES 25,000 for a basic 5-page business site with a custom theme. Business WordPress sites with WooCommerce and advanced features range from KES 75,000 to KES 150,000. Enterprise WordPress solutions with custom plugins, M-Pesa integration, and multi-vendor setups start at KES 150,000. All packages include security hardening, SEO setup, 1 year of hosting, and 30 days of post-launch support. Request a free quote for an accurate estimate.
WordPress can be very secure when properly configured and maintained. We speak from experience — our own WordPress website was hacked, which is exactly why we take security seriously. Every WordPress site we build includes: Web Application Firewall (WAF), two-factor authentication, login attempt limiting, file permission hardening, automated daily backups, malware scanning, and minimal plugin usage. For businesses needing maximum security, we also offer custom-coded alternatives that eliminate plugin vulnerabilities entirely.
Our typical WordPress development timelines: Basic websites (5-7 pages): 1-2 weeks. Business sites with WooCommerce: 2-4 weeks. Enterprise solutions with custom plugins and complex features: 4-8 weeks. Timelines depend on content readiness and feedback turnaround — we provide regular progress updates and access to a staging site so you can review progress in real time.
Yes, we specialize in M-Pesa integration for WordPress and WooCommerce websites in Kenya. We integrate M-Pesa STK Push (Lipa Na M-Pesa) so customers can pay directly from their phones with instant order confirmation. We also set up Pesapal, iPay, and card payments for maximum flexibility. The integration works with WooCommerce product checkout, booking systems, and donation forms. Learn more about our M-Pesa integration services.
Choose WordPress if: you need to update content frequently, want a cost-effective solution (starting at KES 25,000), need e-commerce with WooCommerce, or want a large plugin ecosystem. Choose custom-coded if: you need maximum security, unique functionality that plugins can't provide, or high-performance applications with heavy traffic. We offer both options and will honestly advise which suits your needs — we moved our own site from WordPress to custom code after a security incident, so we understand the trade-offs firsthand. Explore our custom web design services.

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Ready to Build Your WordPress Website?

Get a security-hardened WordPress site built by developers who know the platform inside out. Custom themes, WooCommerce, M-Pesa integration — everything your Kenyan business needs.

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10+ years experience
500+ websites delivered
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