WordPress Development, Migration, and Care
For businesses that can't afford downtime
20+ years of experience building and scaling advanced WordPress-based systems, now backed by AI, cutting project delivery time by up to 30%.
xfive is a WordPress technology partner for teams building web platforms and WooCommerce-based online stores.
We build, migrate, and maintain stable systems using Chisel, our proprietary, AI-supported open-source framework, and Pressable hosting.
We work across three flexible plans, Build, Growth, and Care, which you can combine freely in a subscription model starting at [AMOUNT]/month.
Trust backed by technology and years of experience
30%
Up to 30% faster delivery thanks to AI support in the Chisel framework
since 2005
10+ years developing our own open-source technology, 20 years in business
Pressable
Reliable hosting delivered by partners like Pressable
Recognized again as a Clutch Top WordPress Developer for 2026
Why xfive as your technology partner?
We start by understanding your business goals. We don't just deliver code. For years, we've used WordPress to build digital foundations that generate measurable results for our clients.
We start with analysis
Every engagement begins with a technical and content-structure audit. That's how you know exactly what needs fixing, what's worth keeping, and how to get the most out of your investment before we write a single line of code.
Chisel, now AI-supported
Our proprietary WordPress framework, built over a decade across hundreds of projects, now runs on AI. It speeds up development work by up to 30%, lowering the cost of entry without cutting scope. Chisel's code is fully open source and available on our GitHub.
Pressable infrastructure and hosting
We design and host systems on architecture optimized for maximum uptime and speed, steering clear of cheap, unstable servers.
Active in the WordPress community
We build open-source software and share what we know with the industry, including talks at WordCamp Kraków. xfive is an active contributor to the WordPress ecosystem, not just a contractor executing tickets.
Flexible plans: Build, Growth, Care
Choose the scope your business needs right now. Combine our plans freely in a fixed monthly subscription starting at [AMOUNT]/month. We agree on the exact scope and priorities together, based on the initial audit.
New projects
Rebuilds and migrations
Build
Building a new platform, modernizing legacy code, or migrating to WordPress without losing data. We work with native Gutenberg blocks and the AI-supported Chisel framework. The plan covers custom blocks, custom post types, advanced e-commerce, and headless WordPress architecture.
Optimization
SEO
Growth
Growth
Ongoing scaling for a live site. We ship new features, optimize Core Web Vitals performance, run WordPress SEO work, and test for conversion. Growth is the plan for businesses focused on continuous digital growth.
Security
Maintenance
Care
24/7 protection and stability. We handle ongoing updates, backups, uptime monitoring, and immediate patching. Care is the secure foundation for any digital business.
How we work together
Audit
We analyze your existing code, architecture, and content model, and give you a straight diagnosis with no sugarcoating.
Strategy and scope
We define a clear plan, timeline, and budget tailored to your situation, and pick the right combination of Build, Growth, and Care.
Iterative build
AI automation lets us show working modules early. You get full visibility into the work and see it move forward in real time.
Growth and handover
After launch, we move smoothly into Care and Growth to keep developing, protecting, and maintaining your platform.
xfive vs. a typical WordPress agency
Choosing the right partner is a business decision that determines your product's security and scalability.
Typical WordPress contractor
Building WordPress with xfive
Pricing approach
Ballpark pricing with no risk analysis
A technical audit first, then a precise scope and cost
Technology foundation
Heavy page builders (Elementor, Divi)
Native Gutenberg editor and the proprietary Chisel framework
Build speed
Limited to developer hours alone
Backed by AI development tools supervised by an engineer (up to 30% faster)
Working model
A one-off project paid in installments, or a fixed flat fee
Flexible Build / Growth / Care plans from [AMOUNT]/month
Hosting and infrastructure
Any server, usually the cheapest one available
Pressable partnership: stable infrastructure and security
Experience across diverse digital environments
We're not limited to one industry. We have a documented track record of solving complex technology problems across many parts of the market:
High-traffic, content-heavy platforms
Designing fast, stable CMS architectures ready for sudden traffic spikes and demanding subscription models.
Complex product catalogs and B2B integrations
Modernizing legacy systems and connecting them to external databases without losing established SEO rankings.
Advanced e-commerce
Building and migrating WooCommerce stores for brands that have outgrown standard themes on performance and flexibility.
High-security-requirement systems
Deployments for organizations that need strict data protection, full accessibility (WCAG), and zero downtime.
Work Examples
We focus on measurable impact on our partners' businesses.
Printify
Build + Care Plans
Migrated a high-traffic platform from Elementor to native Gutenberg. We built a proprietary system with 100+ blocks and 52 components. The migration ran with zero downtime, without a single minute of lost sales.
New Lines Magazine
Growth + Care Plans
A custom WordPress theme and Gutenberg blocks for a bilingual digital magazine. We continue to develop and maintain the platform securely under a subscription.
Kelsey Media
Growth + Care Plans
Managing and developing infrastructure for 30+ publications in a single admin panel. We provide ongoing support, standardized plugins, and quarterly performance audits.
Knowledge Base & Practical Insights
We share what we've learned to help product people, engineers, and marketing teams make better decisions.
FAQ
What does xfive do in the WordPress space?
xfive is a technology and advisory partner. We build, migrate, and maintain advanced WordPress platforms using our own AI-supported Chisel framework, working in flexible Build, Growth, and Care plans.
What's the difference between the Build, Growth, and Care plans?
Build covers new systems, rebuilds, or migrations. Growth focuses on developing, optimizing, and improving the SEO of a live site. Care covers ongoing maintenance, updates, backups, and protection against threats.
Can I combine these plans?
Yes. You can combine plans freely. Kelsey Media and New Lines Magazine, for example, run on a standing combination of Care and Growth.
How much does a monthly plan cost?
Our subscription plans start at [AMOUNT]/month. We set the exact scope and priorities after an initial technical audit of your site.
How do you use AI when building WordPress sites?
We use AI to automate repetitive work in our Chisel framework. This lets us code custom modules and structures up to 30% faster, lowering the investment without sacrificing quality.
Why do you recommend the Gutenberg editor over page builders?
Page builders like Elementor or Divi generate excess code, slow down the site, and make it harder to maintain. Native Gutenberg blocks are faster, more secure, and easier for an editorial team to work with day-to-day.
Will migrating to WordPress cause downtime?
No. We run migrations with zero downtime, so your users and customers won't experience any interruption in access during the rollout.
Is xfive a Pressable partner?
Yes, xfive is an official Pressable hosting partner. We build and host platforms on WordPress dedicated infrastructure, which guarantees the highest speed and stability.
What is Chisel?
Chisel is xfive's open-source WordPress framework. We've developed it for more than 10 years across hundreds of projects, and we've now integrated it with AI tools. The code is publicly available on GitHub.
Do you handle very high-traffic projects?
Yes. We design architecture for high performance and resilience to sudden traffic spikes, as proven in deployments such as Printify and Kelsey Media.
How long does a WordPress project take at xfive?
Most Build-plan projects take 6 to 12 weeks (after an initial 1–2 week audit). Using AI in Chisel lets us cut that time by up to a third.