Senior WordPress developer based in India โ custom themes, WooCommerce, Core Web Vitals, and performance-first builds that rank and convert. 7+ years. 100+ projects. No page builders.
PageSpeed
90+
on key pages
Lead uplift
3ร
after redesign
Projects
100+
WordPress builds
"Working with a developer in India felt like having a senior engineer in our office โ responsive, proactive, and technically sharp."
Andrew Newby, UK Agency Founder
Cost alone is not the reason. Here is what actually makes the difference when you hire the right WordPress developer from India.
Senior WordPress developers in India charge $40โ$75/hr โ vs $120โ$180/hr in the UK or US. You get the same quality output at a fraction of the cost, with no compromise on communication or delivery.
India (IST, UTC+5:30) overlaps with UK mornings and US afternoons. Async-first workflows mean you wake up to completed tasks. No chasing, no delays โ just delivery.
You talk to the person writing your code โ not a project manager relaying messages to a junior. Every decision, every question, every revision goes directly to the developer doing the work.
Sage 10+, Vite, Tailwind CSS, ACF, Gutenberg blocks, WooCommerce โ not outdated Divi or Elementor. Indian freelancers who specialise in performance-first builds are ahead of most local agency developers.
Many UK and US agencies quietly sub-contract their WordPress work to Indian developers. You get deliverables under your brand, with NDA protection, at a margin that makes your agency profitable.
Built sites for UK B2B service firms, US SaaS companies, and UAE e-commerce brands. Understanding what converts in these markets is different from understanding WordPress โ I know both.
Both options exist. Here is what the data actually shows when you hire for quality WordPress work from India.
| Factor | Freelance Developer (Me) | Indian Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Who does the work | Senior dev โ me, every time | Often a junior assigned post-sale |
| Communication | Direct via Slack / Loom | Account manager layer |
| Cost | $40โ$75/hr or fixed project rate | $60โ$120/hr with overhead markup |
| Accountability | Full โ one point of contact | Diffused across team members |
| Turnaround speed | Faster โ no internal queue | Slower โ internal resource allocation |
| Code quality | Sage, Vite, Tailwind โ no bloat | Varies; often page-builder reliant |
| White-label for agencies | โ NDA, your branding | Usually; but adds cost |
| PageSpeed track record | 90+ on every build | Not guaranteed as standard |
Every project follows the same structured process, whether you're in London, New York, or Dubai.
We talk through your project scope, goals, and technical requirements. No sales pitch. I ask detailed questions because understanding your business is what makes the build work.
Zoom ยท Loom ยท Google MeetWithin 48 hours you receive a detailed written proposal: deliverables, milestones, pricing, and a realistic timeline. No vague estimates, no hidden extras.
Notion ยท PDF proposalAll work happens on a private staging environment. You can review progress at any point without touching your live site. I push updates and record Loom walkthroughs at key milestones.
GitHub ยท WP Engine ยท LocalTwo structured revision rounds are included. I run cross-browser, mobile, and PageSpeed checks before anything goes live. You approve before we deploy.
Slack ยท Loom ยท PageSpeed InsightsWe deploy together. You get 30 days of free post-launch support included โ bug fixes, minor adjustments, and a final performance report showing Core Web Vitals scores.
Included with every projectCustom WordPress, WooCommerce, SEO, and long-term support to grow your business online.
Sage 10+, Vite, Tailwind โ no page builders. Performance-first code built to scale.
Conversion-optimised WooCommerce stores designed for UK, US, and UAE markets.
90+ PageSpeed scores on every build. LCP, INP, and CLS fixed at the code level.
Modern redesigns from Wix, Shopify, or legacy WordPress โ no SEO loss.
Senior WordPress development under your brand. NDA available. Agency pricing for volume.
Monthly retainers from $500/month. Updates, monitoring, and priority bug fixes.
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โI run a web design agency in the UK. We've been operating for the last 9 years using lots of different contract developers. During this time Rajan has by far been the best developer we have ever worked with. His knowledge of websites and along with his friendly, diligent nature makes him valuable part of our team. I hope to continue to work with Rajan for as long as he is able.โ
Andrew Newby
Founder of Web Design Agency (UK)
โRajan has worked on several website projects for our brands, all of which have been completed to a high standard. His attention to detail and experience was evident in the quality of websites developed. We would highly recommend Rajan for all website projects including websites built for international reach. He is also very obliging and willing to go above and beyond to ensure he delivers the best!โ
Mairead Hanlon
Marketing Manager (Ireland)
โI had the pleasure of working with Rajan on a WordPress development project, and I highly recommend him. Rajan is a very professional and skilled WordPress developer. Throughout our collaboration, He proved to be highly responsive and easy to work with. He consistently delivered high-quality work within the agreed-upon timelines. I greatly appreciated Rajan's professionalism, strong work ethic, and proactive communication. It was a positive experience working with him, and I look forward to collaborating again in the future. I confidently recommend Rajan for any WordPress development projects.โ
Nour Challita
Product Owner (Lebanon)
โRajan was a pleasure to work with. He had work on several wordpress sites for us, with excellent results. He understood the requirements well, and was efficient at delivering. I found him interested in the latest tools and willing to learn and go outside his comfort zone. I would love to work with him again if the opportunity arisesโ
Paul Connolly
Product Manager (Ireland)
โI am writing to express my high regard for Rajan's exceptional skills in website development. His knowledge and experience in crafting websites on Editority are truly commendable. Rajan demonstrates a strong command of the platform, making him an excellent choice for anyone seeking to have their website built on Editority. I highly recommend Rajan for his expertise and dedication to delivering outstanding results.โ
Ahmed Abd El Aziz
UI/UX Designer (Egypt)
โRajan, is not only a web developer but a guide for your complete website project. He has good experience in different industries and always comes up with new ideas. i have qorked on multiple projects with Rajan, he is go to person for perfect website project.โ
Pratiksha Raj Tripathi
Founder Read Colors Media (India)
โRajan is very Ethical and genuine person to work with. He has good knowledge about his job and has always supported us as and when required. Its been years of association with rajan and never did we face any issues working with him.We wish him good luck in his future endeavors.โ
Tushar Kaushik
Founder/Director at Diffusion Marketing Solutions (India)
โI had the pleasure of working with Rajan for little over 1.5 years. He is extremely dedicated and hardworking and not to mention his wordpress and Web development skills are up to the mark. He is a fast learner and always ready to take on any challenge and delivers projects within the set timelines. I would highly recommend Rajan.โ
Zaiba R
Digital Project Manager (United Arab Emirates)
โI have had a pleasure of knowing Rajan Gupta, He is perfectly organized, insightful, and dedicated web developer. His approachability and pleasant behaviors boosts the morale. I wish him all the best and good luckโ
Brana Balan
Senior Software Engineer at ASB Bank (Auckland, New Zealand)
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PageSpeed Score
on key landing pages
3ร
Conversion Uplift
after redesign & CRO
3.8ร
Lead Growth
within 60 days of launch
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