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My WordPress site has been online for many years without a proper refresh and the cracks are starting to show. I’m ready for a thorough overhaul that touches every layer—theme design, plugins, and content—while making the site genuinely hacker-proof. Here’s what I have in mind: • Full visual redesign that feels modern and responsive on all devices. • Plugin audit and replacement where necessary so everything runs efficiently on the latest WordPress and PHP versions. • Content restructure: migrate what still works, clean out what doesn’t, and set up easy-to-use blocks or page-builder sections for future updates. • Security hardening as the top priority: firewall rules, malware scanning, secure login, backups, and any best-practice measures you recommend. • Performance optimisation (caching, image compression, CDN setup if suitable) so the revamped site loads fast. • A smooth migration plan that keeps the current site online until the new version is ready, then flips over with minimal downtime. After launch I’d like the option of an affordable monthly retainer for monitoring, updates, and quick fixes, but we can scope that separately once the rebuild is complete. Please tell me: – Examples of WordPress sites you’ve rebuilt from the ground up. – The security stack or plugins you prefer (e.g., Wordfence, Sucuri, iThemes, or a custom approach). – Estimated timeline from kickoff to go-live. I’ll provide current site access, hosting credentials, and brand assets as soon as we agree on the plan. Let’s bring this site up to date and lock it down together.
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Your site doesn’t just need a new look — it needs a safer structure underneath it so the redesign, plugin cleanup, and security work all support each other instead of creating new weak points. For a rebuild like this, I’d first audit the current theme/plugins/content, clone the site to a staging setup, and rebuild there so the live site stays untouched until launch. I’ve handled WordPress overhauls where old themes, outdated plugins, bloated content, and weak login/file settings were the real cause of slowdown and risk. My usual stack is staged rebuild + plugin audit + Wordfence or Solid Security depending on the host setup, plus backups, login hardening, malware scans, caching/image optimization, and cleanup for easier future editing. I can also suggest a sensible monthly care plan after launch so updates and monitoring stay under control. - Roughly how many pages/posts/templates should be migrated or rebuilt? - Are you open to rebuilding with Gutenberg blocks, or do you prefer Elementor/another builder? - Is your hosting already set up for staging/backups/CDN, or would you like that included in the plan?
$465 AUD in 15 days
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Hello, I am Dr. Rajesh Rolen, PhD in Computer Science & Engineering, with experience of over 20+ years in PHP, Web Design, Web Development, HTML, Web Security, WordPress, SEO As a preferred freelancer in the top 1%, I have done 400+ projects here on freelancer.com, I have 4.9 ratings out of 5 on average, which showcases my quality of work and timely delivery. Key Highlights: - Free Hosting Support on the Cloud or any desired platform. - Free 3 months of post-delivery support to ensure that our client doesn’t face any challenges after the launch of the project. - Free Dedicated tester on projects to ensure quality delivery, so clients don’t need to act as a tester. - 10+ Years experience UI/UX team to ensure intuitive UI. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Microlent Please open the chat and send me a message, so we can have a more detailed discussion about the project to give you the project timeline and cost. Thank you for considering my services. I look forward to engaging in a productive conversation and understanding how I can be of assistance in bringing your project to life. Regards Rajesh Rolen
$500 AUD in 10 days
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Hi Greetings! i can do your Complete WordPress Revamp & Security.. i read your project description carefully. please send me all requirement.. will do with interactive and modern look My Process is - 1. i can create a Mockup design using your site requirement like - Site name or Logo, colors, sample site links for structure 2. Wen you finalize design i will do Responsive website to create Pages in admin and edit easily ... i have 16 years of experience and done 100's of websites which are running successfully.. can you please get back to me to start the work .. thanks for your time Lalith
$250 AUD in 7 days
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Hi there, We understand you're looking for a comprehensive WordPress overhaul, including a modern redesign, plugin audit, content restructuring, and robust security measures to ensure your site is both visually appealing and hacker-proof. Our team at Webbook Studio has experience in similar projects, such as the full website redesign for a luxury leather retailer using PHP and custom design, and multiple WordPress security hardening projects. With 17 years of web development experience and a 5.0 rating across 458 reviews, we're confident in our ability to deliver a high-quality revamp. We'll utilize top-notch security plugins like Wordfence and implement best practices for firewall rules, malware scanning, and secure login protocols. One question: Are there any specific design or functionality elements from your current site that you'd like to retain or prioritize in the redesign? Feel free to message us to discuss the details! — Webbook Studio
$690 AUD in 10 days
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Hi, CnEL India can completely revamp and secure your existing WordPress website while keeping the current site stable until the new version is ready. Our methodology: * Audit the existing WordPress, theme, plugins, PHP version, hosting, content and security status. * Create a staging environment and backup before making changes. * Redesign the site with a modern, responsive structure and reusable page-builder/block sections. * Review every plugin and replace/remove outdated or unnecessary components. * Migrate and restructure useful content while cleaning obsolete pages. * Upgrade WordPress/PHP/plugins after compatibility testing. * Harden security with secure login controls, firewall/WAF configuration, malware scanning, file/permission checks, admin protection and regular backups. * Configure appropriate security tools based on the site rather than adding unnecessary plugins. * Optimize caching, images, CSS/JS, database and CDN where beneficial. * Test forms, links, plugins, responsiveness, performance and security after changes. * Perform final migration with rollback backup and minimal downtime. * Provide documentation and handover. * Optional monthly monitoring, updates and maintenance after launch. We can start with a full audit and staging setup, then handle redesign, security, optimization, QA and production migration in milestones.
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Hi, We have checked your project. We can help you completely rebuild and modernize your WordPress website with strong security, better performance, and easy future management. We have 12 years of experience in WordPress, website development, SEO and website security. We can help with: • Complete Modern & Responsive Redesign • WordPress Theme & Plugin Audit • Plugin Replacement & WordPress/PHP Compatibility • Content Cleanup, Migration & Restructuring • Elementor/Page Builder or Block Setup • WordPress Security Hardening • Wordfence, Firewall, Malware Scanning & Secure Login • Regular Backups & Security Monitoring • Speed Optimization, Caching & Image Compression • CDN Setup if required • Staging, Testing & Smooth Migration • Post-Launch Maintenance & Support Please share your website URL and we will review the existing setup and suggest the right approach. Thanks, Vipin Jain
$250 AUD in 15 days
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Hi there, I understand you need a complete WordPress revamp with a strong focus on security. Your project requires a methodical, layered approach. My solution involves a secure staging environment first. I will perform a full security audit, update the core, theme, and all plugins, and remove any outdated or vulnerable code. For the design overhaul, I'll implement a modern, responsive theme and optimize all content and media for performance and SEO. Finally, I will harden the live site with essential security plugins, configure a web application firewall, and ensure automated backups are in place before going live. Best Regards, Khorshed Alam, RS Software
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We will build a thorough WordPress revamp, including a modern visual redesign, plugin audit, content restructuring, and security hardening. Our stack involves WordPress, PHP, security plugins, and performance optimization tools. We will ensure a smooth migration with minimal downtime, drawing on our experience with 'Car Service Appointment Booking System with Real-Time Notifications, Chat, Booking Tracking & Meta WhatsApp API'. The project will be completed in 14 days, with the first milestone covering initial design, plugin updates, and security setup.
$250 AUD in 14 days
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With extensive experience in WordPress development and security, I understand the need for a comprehensive site overhaul to enhance performance, security, and user experience. I have successfully executed similar projects, ensuring modern design, plugin optimization, content restructuring, and robust security measures. How soon would you like to kick-start this transformation process? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
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Hi, I can handle the complete WordPress revamp with security and performance as the main priorities. I’ll create a safe backup + staging setup first, then redesign the site with a modern, responsive UI, audit/replace outdated plugins, clean and restructure content, and build reusable Gutenberg/Elementor sections for easy future editing. For security, I’ll implement WAF/firewall, malware scanning, secure login/2FA, hardened permissions and automated backups using a suitable stack such as Wordfence or Sucuri based on your hosting. I’ll also optimise caching, images, database, CSS/JS and CDN where suitable. Everything will be tested on staging before a controlled launch with minimal downtime. After launch, I can also provide a monthly maintenance plan for monitoring, updates and quick fixes. Please see our portfolio on this link : https://www.freelancer.com/u/webperfection123 **Ready to start ASAP.**
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Hi, We have 15+ years of WordPress development, website security & SEO experience with 1327+ client reviews and specialize in WordPress redesign, performance optimization, security hardening and SEO-friendly website development. I can help completely revamp your WordPress website with a modern, responsive design while improving its security, performance, usability and SEO foundation. * WORDPRESS REVAMP & SECURITY PLAN * ✅ Audit the existing WordPress website, design, plugins & technical setup ✅ Redesign key pages with a modern, responsive and user-friendly layout ✅ Clean up unnecessary plugins, outdated components & potential conflicts ✅ Strengthen WordPress security, access controls, backups & vulnerability protection ✅ Improve page speed, mobile performance & Core Web Vitals ✅ Optimize SEO structure, URLs, headings, metadata & internal linking ✅ Test the complete website across devices, browsers and key functionality I’ll first review the current WordPress installation, design, plugins, security setup and SEO performance to identify the highest-priority improvements. The focus will be on creating a secure, fast and professional website while preserving important SEO value and ensuring the revamped site provides a better experience for both users and search engines. Best Regards, Firoz
$400 AUD in 30 days
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Hello, Hope you are doing well, I’ll audit the existing setup, rebuild it on a clean staging environment, harden security with firewall/malware protection/backups, optimize speed, then migrate smoothly with minimal disruption. With 10 years of experience, I can handle the full rebuild, security, performance, testing, and post-launch maintenance setup. Let’s chat to review your current site, hosting, security requirements, and timeline, and I’ll share relevant WordPress rebuild examples. thank you Regards Gaurav Garg
$500 AUD in 7 days
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Hi, I went through your project "Complete WordPress Revamp & Security" and I can help. I'm a web developer working across PHP, Web Security, SEO, WordPress, HTML, Web Hosting, Web Development, Web Design, building custom functionality, plugins, themes and integrations. I have many years of experience in programming, along with in-depth knowledge of software architecture, software development, and database systems. I have a strong background in web development and have worked on many projects, including e-commerce websites, custom plugins, and integrations and ability to solve quickly the every problem and then I always ensure the high quality & low cost of the work. Please have a look at my profile. Happy to discuss more the project details. Best, Hoang
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Hello, your WordPress revamp calls for a controlled rebuild rather than a superficial refresh. I can help modernize the theme, restructure content, audit plugins, and prepare a responsive experience across devices. I would use a staging environment and deployment checklist to keep the current site online during development and minimize launch downtime. For security, I recommend layered hardening with Wordfence or equivalent firewall and malware scanning, protected administration, reliable backups, updates, and performance improvements such as caching and optimized images. I can also define a practical post-launch maintenance plan for monitoring and quick fixes. I can share relevant WordPress rebuild examples, confirm the preferred security stack, and provide a milestone-based timeline after reviewing the current site and hosting setup. Check out my portfolio here:- https://www.freelancer.com/u/installerpoint Best Regards, Muhammad Adeel
$250 AUD in 4 days
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Hello, your long-running WordPress site deserves a careful rebuild that improves appearance, reliability, security, and speed without risking the current live version. I can revamp the theme responsively, audit and replace outdated plugins, restructure content with manageable blocks, and prepare a staging-to-production migration with minimal downtime. I’ll prioritize layered protection through hardened logins, backups, malware scanning, firewall configuration, updates, and least-privilege access, while also addressing caching, image optimization, and CDN suitability. I’ll document the security stack and provide a clear go-live plan and timeline based on the site’s size and hosting environment. A useful improvement would be adding staging-based update testing before every future release. Regards Muhammad
$250 AUD in 4 days
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A site that's been live for years almost always has more hiding in it than a redesign brief suggests, so before rebuilding I'd audit the current install for injected code, unused plugins and abandoned admin accounts — because migrating content forward without that check is how an old infection quietly moves into the shiny new site. On security I'll be straight with you: no site is truly hacker-proof, but the realistic stack is Wordfence or Sucuri for the firewall and scanning, plus the measures that actually stop most breaches — 2FA on login, disabled file editing, forced strong credentials, latest PHP, and off-site backups you can genuinely restore from, which I verify by doing a test restore rather than trusting a "success" message. The rebuild I'd do on a staging copy so your current site stays live untouched, moving content over on native Gutenberg blocks (lighter and more future-proof than a page builder), with caching, WebP compression and a CDN for speed. Then a planned cutover with URL redirects mapped so nothing 404s. I don't keep a portfolio — I'd rather prove it by doing your homepage first so you can judge the work directly. Happy to scope the monthly retainer after launch. Ready to start as soon as I have access.
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Hi, I can overhaul your WordPress site with a modern design while hardening its security architecture to protect against vulnerabilities. I’ll audit and replace outdated plugins for full PHP compatibility, restructure content into flexible Gutenberg blocks, and implement security hardening with web application firewalls, malware scanning, and secure login protocols. I will optimize performance through caching and asset compression, hosting the project on a private staging server for zero-downtime deployment. Whether building modular block layouts or hardening server-level security configurations, I'll deliver a fast, resilient platform. Best regards, Singh
$250 AUD in 3 days
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Hello, I’m Dilip Kumar, with 12+ years of experience in Website Development and 10+ years with WordPress. I can completely modernise your existing WordPress site while keeping the current website live until the new version is ready. I’ll handle the visual redesign, plugin audit, content restructuring, WordPress/PHP compatibility, security hardening with Wordfence and reliable backups, malware scanning, login protection, caching, image optimisation and performance improvements. I’ll also migrate through staging and perform post-launch checks with minimal downtime. I can share relevant WordPress rebuild examples and discuss the security and migration approach. Best regards, Dilip Kumar MasterRewathi
$250 AUD in 12 days
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Your main risk here is not only that the site looks dated, but that years of theme/plugin drift can leave hidden compatibility, security, and speed issues underneath. The safest route is to clone the current site into staging, audit what should be kept, rebuild the front end cleanly, and prepare the launch so the live site stays stable until the final switch. Most WordPress revamps that go wrong do so because design, content cleanup, and security are treated as separate jobs. I usually handle them together: streamline plugins, rebuild editable sections properly, tighten login and file security, set automated backups, and optimise caching/images so the new site is easier to manage after launch as well. I can also outline a simple monthly care plan after the rebuild if useful. - About how many core pages are on the current site? - Do you want the rebuilt site to closely follow the existing structure, or are you open to reorganising navigation and page hierarchy? - Which security toolset are you currently using, if any?
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Hi! My name is Marjan and I'm here to offer you my services as a skilled applicant with over a decade of experience working on Freelancer.com. I believe I am the best fit candidate for this project due to my extensive experience; I would like to have a discussion to get to know that we both are on the same page. Once the scope will be locked, I will start working on it right away.
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