Earn with Stone Digital’s Referral Partner Program

The cost of hiring a WordPress developer will vary depending on:

1. Developer’s Experience: More experienced developers typically command higher rates.
2. Developer’s Location: Geographic location can impact pricing.
3. Project Complexity: More complex projects generally cost more.

Hourly Rates and Project-Based Fees

• Hourly Rates: Freelance WordPress developers and agencies might charge anywhere between $15 to $250 AUD per hour.
• Fixed Fees: Both agencies and freelancers may offer project-based pricing. These can range from a few hundred dollars to significant five-figure sums, again showing a wide spectrum.

Stone Digital’s Approach

At Stone Digital, we position ourselves in the ‘sweet middle’ of this spectrum. We offer high-quality services at reasonable rates, avoiding both the excessive prices of premium agencies and the low-quality pitfalls of budget outsourcers. We believe this balance offers the best value for many businesses.

Transparent Pricing and Consultation

• Package Pricing: We provide clear, package-based pricing for our services.
• Initial Consultation: Schedule a consultation with us to find the right package for your project.

Further Resources

We’ve also created an extensive blog post that elaborates on the key factors affecting the cost of a WordPress website project. Additionally, we offer another insightful post featuring 28 real-world examples of specific website project costs.

We generally estimate that a new WordPress project will take between 1.5 to 4 months to complete. This timeline is influenced by several key factors:

1. Website Complexity: More complex websites require more time to develop.
2. Information Delivery: The speed at which we receive essential materials like content and images.
3. Feedback Process: The efficiency of our interactions during the feedback stage.

When selecting a WordPress developer, look for a combination of technical expertise, a strong portfolio of previous work, and positive client testimonials. Ensure they have a clear understanding of your project needs and offer reliable communication. It’s also beneficial to choose a developer who stays updated with the latest WordPress trends and technologies.

We offer various support and maintenance packages tailored to your specific project needs:

1. Monthly Security and Maintenance Packages

• What’s Included: Regular WordPress updates, website health monitoring.
• Pricing: Starting from $480 AUD ex. GST per month.

2. Monthly Advanced Support Packages

• What’s Included: This comprehensive package includes unlimited support requests and the addition of unlimited new features to your website.
• Custom Tailoring: Each package is custom-designed for your website, with a digital roadmap to guide the development of upcoming projects and features.

3. Hour Bundles

• Description: This option allows for the pre-purchase of a set number of hours.

Note: We generally advise against this approach as it tends to be reactive rather than proactive in managing your website’s needs.

Pricing is tailored to your specific requirements, but as a reference point, our custom WordPress website projects typically start at $8,000 AUD. Additionally, we offer monthly Support and Maintenance Plans starting from $480 AUD per month.

Absolutely, we 100% guarantee that you can easily update your WordPress website content.

Our approach differs significantly from our competitors who often rely on outdated and clunky methods that make it challenging for non-technical clients to update their websites.

Our mission is centered around empowering you, the client, with a WordPress website that adapts to your needs.

Which is why our #1 core value in our business is “Simplify for the Client” which means we are always thinking about solutions to make life easier for you the Client.

After your WordPress website is launched, we provide ongoing support and maintenance to ensure it continues to perform at its best. Our team is here to assist with any updates, troubleshooting, or enhancements you may need, allowing you to focus on your business while we take care of the technical aspects. We’re committed to your website’s long-term success.

If you encounter any issues or need assistance with your WordPress website, get in touch with our dedicated support team and we’ll be happy to assist right away. We provide prompt troubleshooting and guidance to resolve any problems you might face.

Additionally, we offer training videos and resources to help you understand and manage your website effectively, ensuring a smooth and worry-free experience.

For a new website launch
For newly launched websites, we offer a 90-day warranty period. During this time, we’re on standby to address any emerging issues or bugs, ensuring your website runs smoothly right from the start.

For our ongoing clients
For clients that have an ongoing monthly support plan with us, we are on standby at any time to assist with any issue that may come up for the website. And we’re proud to say that our ability to quickly respond is one of the top feedback points we get from our clients.

Here are the three core factors that distinguish Stone Digital from other agencies:

1. Top 1% Experts: Our team comprises only senior WordPress professionals with extensive experience, ensuring our work quality remains in the industry’s top 1%.
2. Our “Stone Digital Framework”: We’ve developed a unique set of processes and project guarantees, exclusive to our agency. This framework, honed over years, sets a standard you won’t find elsewhere. Learn more about our framework here.
3. Strictly In-house: We don’t rely on third-party outsourcing. Instead we utilise an in-house team of experts who understand the “Stone Digital Framework” and can provide focused attention and consistent quality to every project.

Where we host your website will depend specifically on your project and any web hosting requirements you might have.

Unlike many of our competitors, we don’t require our clients to use our in-house hosting services. We at Stone Digital value flexibility, we don’t tie you to a single hosting solution; instead, we explore a variety of options to find the one that best aligns with your business needs.

Our #1 core value is to “Simplify for the Client” and we do exactly that when it comes to web hosting for our client websites.

For further information on this topic, we’ve prepared a comprehensive blog post on how we approach web hosting at Stone Digital.

WordPress custom development is the process of creating a custom website just for you / your business.

The alternative to custom WordPress development is using off-the-shelf WordPress templates or using do-it-yourself tools like Squarespace or Wix.

Custom development means your site is tailored to your exact needs and branding, setting you apart from those using generic templates.

It’s important to note that custom WordPress development is not suitable for everyone. It typically requires a higher budget and is more suited for businesses with a premium brand and specific, complex requirements.

At Stone Digital, we specialise in creating bespoke WordPress websites. Our expertise lies not in merely installing pre-made templates, but in developing custom, high-quality websites. Each site is carefully tailored to the unique needs of your business, ensuring a standout online presence.

Absolutely! Check out this page to view our portfolio of custom WordPress websites.

Otherwise you’re also welcome to view our overall portfolio page to see the wide variety of experience we have with all kinds of custom web development projects.

If you have any questions about any particular portfolio item, feel free to get in contact.