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Custom-built WordPress and Shopify sites that stay fast, stay yours to edit, and are built SEO-first — not a template stacked with plugins you will be paying for forever.

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Your website shouldn’t need 38 plugins to load a contact form.

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Most agency-built sites are a page builder, a premium template and a stack of plugins holding hands. They look fine on day one — then get slower, harder to edit and more expensive every year after.

Slow by construction

Every plugin adds scripts, styles and database calls. Speed is a Google ranking factor and the first thing a customer on mobile notices.

Locked in

Templates and page builders make you dependent — on the theme licence, the plugin subscriptions, and a developer for every small change.

Hard to optimise

Bloated markup fights every SEO fix. You end up paying someone to undo what the build did in the first place.

We build custom instead.Lean, fast, yours to run.

Two ways to build the same website

The template-and-plugins way

  • A premium theme plus a page builder plus 30–50 plugins
  • Annual licence and subscription fees, forever
  • Slow pages, bloated code, SEO fixes that fight the build
  • A developer needed for changes you should make yourself
  • One plugin update away from a broken layout

The DMKT way

  • A custom WordPress or Shopify build — only what your site needs
  • Clean, lean code that stays fast as you add to it
  • SEO-first from the first line: structure, schema, speed
  • UX designed around one thing — turning visitors into enquiries
  • You own it, you can edit it, and it keeps working

10-minute video · No logins needed · No pitch

See what your website is really costing you.

Send us your address. We go through your site the way a customer does — and the way Google does — then send back a short video with what we find.

What is weighing it downPlugin load, page weight, speed — and what it is costing you in rankings
Where visitors give upThe three things costing you enquiries, ranked by what to fix first
What is worth fixingHonest call on rebuild versus repair — sometimes repair is the right answer
Starting from scratch?Book 20 minutes instead and we will map out what your site actually needs
Get my website teardown →

Yours to keep and forward · No pitch unless you ask

What a teardown looks like
Plugins loading: 41
Page weight: 5.8 MB
Loads in: 7.2 seconds on mobile
Built on a page builder plus a premium theme. Three plugins doing the same job.
Your phone number is 3 scrolls down.
On mobile, that is where most enquiries are lost.
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Speed
Mobile UX
SEO foundations
Maintainability

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SUCCESS STORIES

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What a custom site costs

No packages designed to be upgraded out of, and no surprise licence fees a year later.

Basic sites from $2,500

A clean, fast, custom-built site with the pages you actually need — designed around enquiries and built SEO-first. Larger builds, eCommerce and Shopify stores are quoted on scope, and we will tell you honestly where your project lands before you commit.

Six years building custom WordPress and Shopify sites for Gold Coast and Northern Rivers businesses.

Set Up Your Website for Success

We are available to talk about your business goals, needs, and expectations before investing in a platform. We can provide valuable insight into which web platform is ideal for your business.

DMKT Performance is also available to provide services and support from start to finish. Hire our team to build your website so you get a digital storefront that will be an extension of your brick and mortar shop.

Trusted by Local Brands

★★★★★

“Carlos is incredibly helpful and passionate about our business reaching its potential online. His detailed audits, strategies and industry knowledge have greatly improved our SEO. You can trust DMKT to get the job done.”

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3.8–4xGoogle Ads ROAS, held while the budget quadrupled
+19%Google Ads conversion rate
2.5%organic CTR, ahead of the 2% target
No.1for every money keyword

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Our Clients

We proudly partner with a diverse range of clients across various industries, providing tailored solutions that drive growth and success. Discover the incredible companies we’ve had the privilege to work with.

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Are you seeking a Web Development agency that delivers high-performing websites optimized for SEO and user experience?

DMKT Performance is your go-to agency for custom web development solutions, focused on creating websites that not only look great but also drive results.

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WordPress or Shopify — which is right for you?

We build custom on both. Here is how we help you choose.

Not sure which web platform you should pick? Let DMKT Performance Help!

One of the first things you need to do after you decide to build a website is to choose the right platform. This can be a daunting task, especially if this is your first time building a site or if you haven’t done so in years.

Whether you are a novice or have done this in the recent past, DMKT Performance is here to help. We want you to make the best choice possible for your business. To begin, you should learn more about two of the biggest and most popular web platforms.

Do you want to build an e-commerce site with Shopify?

Maximize your online impact with a well-designed website. A strategically developed website is crucial for driving traffic, generating leads, and converting visitors into loyal customers. Our web development services ensure your site is built with conversion-focused features that enhance user experience and boost brand credibility.

Do you want to build an informational/e-commerce website with WordPress?

WordPress is one of the most popular platforms on the internet. It offers significant flexibility and customisation options that will allow you to scale your site as your business grows. This platform is great for informational sites and also e-commerce.

You don’t need to take a coding class to use WordPress. Instead, chat with the team at DMKT Performance to create an optimised, attractive website tailored to your business goals and needs.

Frequently
Asked Questions

Most websites take 4–8 weeks from kick-off to launch, depending on the size of the site and how quickly we receive your content and feedback. Larger builds and e-commerce projects can take longer — we agree on a clear timeline and milestones with you before we start.

Yes, every website we develop is fully responsive, meaning it will function and look great on all devices, including smartphones and tablets. Additionally, we build websites with SEO & Google Ads best practices in mind, ensuring your site is optimized for search engines to improve visibility and ranking. This includes clean coding, fast loading times, and the integration of essential SEO tools.

Yes. We build on platforms like WordPress and Shopify with easy-to-use editors, and you get full admin access. We also show you how to update pages, products and posts yourself — no coding needed.

We don’t disappear after launch. You can engage us for ongoing support and maintenance, or pair your new site with our SEO and Google Ads services to drive traffic to it. No lock-in contracts — help when you need it.

Basic custom sites start from $2,500. Larger builds, eCommerce and Shopify stores are quoted on scope — and we will tell you honestly where your project lands before you commit to anything. What you will not get is a low headline price that turns into annual licence and plugin fees forever.

You send us your web address. We go through your site the way a customer does and the way Google does — speed, page weight, what is loading, mobile experience, and where enquiries are being lost — then send you a 10-minute video with what we found and what we would fix first. It is yours to keep and forward. No pitch unless you ask.

Templates and page builders get you live quickly, then cost you for years: every plugin adds weight, licences renew annually, SEO fixes fight the build, and you need a developer for changes you should be able to make yourself. A custom build only contains what your site actually needs — so it stays fast, stays cheap to run, and stays yours.

What sets our Web Development services apart?

DMKT Performance specializes in creating websites that excel in both design and functionality. Our team has dedicated countless hours and years to mastering web development. Every day, we continue to innovate and refine our approach to building websites that meet the highest standards.

Our team of experts is here to help you achieve digital success through specialized knowledge and experience. We have the skills to develop websites that captivate your audience and deliver a seamless user experience from start to finish with effective strategies.

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