WordPress Plugin Maintenance and Updates

Custom plugins need ongoing care as WordPress evolves. We provide compatibility updates, bug fixes, security patches, and feature enhancements to keep your plugins working flawlessly through every WordPress release.

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97%

of WordPress attacks exploit plugin vulnerabilities, making ongoing plugin maintenance and security patching essential for every custom plugin

WPBeginner, 2023

Plugin Maintenance & Updates

Ongoing maintenance for custom WordPress plugins including WordPress version compatibility updates, PHP compatibility, bug fixes, security patching, and feature enhancements.

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What's Included

Everything you get with our Plugin Maintenance & Updates

WordPress Compatibility Updates

Testing and updating your plugin with every major WordPress release to ensure continued functionality and compatibility

Bug Fixes and Security Patches

Prompt resolution of any bugs discovered in production and proactive security patches for identified vulnerabilities

Feature Enhancements

Planned feature additions and improvements based on your evolving business needs and user feedback

Our Plugin Maintenance Process

Compatibility Testing

Before every major WordPress release, we test your custom plugins in a staging environment running the new version. We identify any compatibility issues and apply fixes before you update your production site.

Security Monitoring

We periodically audit your plugin code for security issues, check for vulnerabilities in any dependencies, and apply patches when needed. If a security issue is identified, we prioritize the fix and deploy it promptly.

Bug Resolution

When bugs are reported or detected through error monitoring, we investigate the root cause, develop a fix, test it in staging, and deploy to production. We document every fix for future reference.

Feature Development

Based on your feedback and evolving needs, we plan and implement feature enhancements on a scheduled basis. Each enhancement goes through the same development, testing, and deployment process as a new plugin build.

Key Benefits

Continued Compatibility

We test your custom plugins against every major WordPress release before you update. If compatibility issues are found, we fix them proactively so your site never breaks when WordPress updates. We also verify PHP version compatibility as hosting providers upgrade.

Bug-Free Operation

When bugs surface in production, we diagnose and fix them promptly. Our maintenance includes monitoring for error logs related to your custom plugins, investigating reported issues, and deploying fixes quickly to minimize impact on your site and users.

Feature Evolution

As your business grows and needs change, your custom plugins should evolve with you. Our maintenance plans include a budgeted hours allocation for feature enhancements, workflow adjustments, and functionality additions throughout the year.

Research & Evidence

Backed by industry research and proven results

Plugin Vulnerability

97% of WordPress attacks exploit vulnerabilities in plugins and themes, underscoring the need for ongoing maintenance

WPBeginner (2023)

WordPress Market Evolution

WordPress powers 43.1% of all websites and releases major updates several times per year, each requiring plugin compatibility verification

W3Techs (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I do not maintain my custom plugin?

Without maintenance, your custom plugin may break when WordPress updates, develop compatibility issues with new PHP versions, or accumulate security vulnerabilities as new attack techniques emerge. Eventually, the cost to fix an unmaintained plugin exceeds the cost of ongoing maintenance.

Can you maintain plugins that someone else built?

Yes. We regularly take over maintenance for custom plugins built by other developers or agencies. We start with a thorough code audit to understand the architecture, identify any existing issues, and establish a maintenance baseline. From there, we handle compatibility updates, bug fixes, and enhancements just as we would for our own code.

How much does plugin maintenance cost?

Maintenance plans are priced based on the complexity of your plugin and the level of support you need. Plans typically include a set number of hours per month for updates, bug fixes, and minor enhancements, with additional hours available for larger feature work. We provide transparent pricing after assessing your plugin.

How quickly do you fix bugs?

Critical bugs that affect site functionality or security are addressed within 24 hours. Non-critical bugs are typically resolved within one week. We prioritize based on impact: anything that affects your visitors, your security, or your revenue gets immediate attention.

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