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Hire PHP Developers
Hire PHP developers who can build a custom web application, extend WordPress properly or take over the PHP code nobody wants to touch. Dedicated, hourly or fixed scope, from our team in Ahmedabad.
Why businesses hire PHP developers
PHP powers a very large share of the web, including WordPress and WooCommerce. Modern PHP (version 8 and later) is fast, typed and well supported, but many business systems still run on old PHP versions and hand-written code that is hard to maintain. Businesses hire PHP developers for three main reasons: to build new web applications, to develop custom WordPress themes, plugins and integrations, and to maintain, secure and upgrade existing PHP systems that the business still depends on.
Businesses running WordPress
You need custom features, theme work or plugin development beyond what page builders can do.
Owners of legacy PHP systems
An older application runs core operations and needs fixes, security updates and gradual modernisation.
Agencies with PHP projects
You need extra developers for client sites and applications built in PHP.
Companies building web apps
You want a proven, affordable stack with a large hosting and talent ecosystem.
What our PHP developers can do for you
Custom PHP web applications
Business tools, portals and booking or quotation systems built in modern, structured PHP.
WordPress theme and plugin development
Child themes, custom post types, custom blocks, Elementor widgets and plugins that follow WordPress coding standards.
Legacy code maintenance
Bug fixes, small features and security patches for older PHP applications.
PHP version upgrades
Moving code from old PHP versions to PHP 8.x, fixing deprecated functions and improving performance.
API development and integration
REST APIs and integrations with payment gateways, CRMs, SMS and shipping providers.
Security clean-up
Fixing SQL injection, XSS and file-upload risks, removing malware and hardening configuration.
Performance improvement
Query optimisation, caching and profiling of slow pages.
Migration to a framework
Moving plain-PHP applications to Laravel step by step when the code base has outgrown its structure.
Plain PHP, WordPress or Laravel?
All three are PHP. The right one depends on what you are building.
WordPress
Best for content-led websites, blogs and WooCommerce stores where non-technical staff manage content.
Laravel
Best for custom business applications and SaaS where structure, testing and long-term maintainability matter. See our Laravel developers page.
Plain or legacy PHP
Usually something you maintain rather than start new; we keep it running safely and plan migration when it makes sense.
Skills to expect from a PHP developer
Use this as a checklist when you interview any developer, ours included.
Modern PHP 8
Types, enums, attributes and strict error handling.
Object-oriented design
Classes, interfaces and Composer packages instead of copy-pasted code.
Security habits
Prepared statements, escaping output, CSRF protection and safe file handling.
MySQL
Good schema design, indexing and query optimisation.
WordPress internals
Hooks, filters, the REST API and how themes and plugins load.
Debugging legacy code
Patience and method when reading undocumented code, plus writing tests before changing it.
How we take over a legacy PHP application safely
Inherited PHP code is often undocumented and fragile. This is the order we work in so the business keeps running.
1. Secure access and back up
Get repository, server and database access, then take full backups of code and data.
2. Put the code in version control
If it lives only on the server, we add Git so every change can be tracked and reverted.
3. Build a staging copy
A separate copy of the site where changes are tested before going live.
4. Fix urgent security issues
Outdated PHP, exposed credentials, unsafe uploads and SQL injection risks come first.
5. Document as we go
Key flows, cron jobs and integrations are written down so knowledge stops living in one head.
6. Improve in small steps
Refactor the riskiest parts gradually, adding tests where changes are made.
Hire PHP developers in 4 steps
1. Share your requirement
Tell us what you are building, the PHP work involved, the skills you need, the hours per week and the time zone you work in. A short brief or a call is enough.
2. Review matched profiles
We suggest developers whose recent PHP work matches your project and explain why each one fits.
3. Interview and test
Talk to the developer directly. Ask technical questions, give a small paid task if you like, and confirm communication works before you commit.
4. Onboard and start
Agree the model (dedicated, hourly or fixed scope), give access to your repository and tools, and the developer starts on your first tickets.
PHP stack and tools
Core
- PHP 8
- Composer
- MySQL
- MariaDB
Platforms
- WordPress
- WooCommerce
- Elementor
- Laravel
Front end
- HTML5
- CSS3
- JavaScript
- React
Engagement models
Pick the way of working that fits your PHP work. You can switch models later as the work changes.
Fixed-scope project
Best when the requirements are clear. We agree the scope, deliverables and milestones up front, then deliver against them. Changes go through a simple change request so cost never drifts silently.
Dedicated developer or team (monthly)
Best for ongoing products. A developer or small team works on your project full time, follows your priorities and joins your tools and stand-ups.
Hourly / time and materials
Best for maintenance, small changes and evolving scope. You pay for the hours actually used, with a log of what was done.
Why choose Icon Web Solution
10+ years in business
Icon Web Solution has been building and marketing websites for more than ten years. We have seen what still works after launch day, and we plan every PHP engagement with that in mind.
A real office in Ahmedabad
Our team works from TF 15 Adishwar Gold Complex, Ahmedabad 380049, Gujarat, India. You can visit, meet the people doing the work and review progress in person.
Live work you can check
Apple PVC, SGVP Holistic Hospital, Pomelo and JHB Collections are live sites we built. Open them on your phone and judge the quality yourself.
Build and growth under one roof
Design, development, SEO and digital marketing sit in the same company, so the site that gets built is also the site that gets found and converts.
Interview before you commit
You speak to the developer directly and can set a small paid task before deciding.
Backed by a full team
Design, QA, SEO, hosting and database help are available from the same company when your project needs them.
PHP-based sites we built
Both run on WordPress, which is built in PHP: a hospital website on WordPress with Elementor and an online store on WooCommerce.
SGVP Holistic Hospital
A hospital website built on WordPress with Elementor, so the hospital's own team can keep pages and information up to date without a developer.
Pomelo
An online store built on WordPress and WooCommerce, combining product pages, cart and checkout with a content-friendly WordPress back end.
What affects the cost of hiring a PHP developer?
We share rates on request for the profiles that match your requirement. These factors decide the rate.
Code base age and quality
Legacy code without documentation takes longer to work in safely.
Scope of work
Maintenance tasks, new modules and full applications are different efforts.
Experience level
Upgrades and security work need experienced developers.
Hours and model
Monthly dedicated, hourly or fixed-scope pricing.
Hosting constraints
Old servers or PHP versions may need upgrading alongside the code.
Security clean-up needed
Sites that have been hacked or run unsupported PHP versions need clean-up and hardening before new work starts.
Hire PHP developers FAQs
Why hire a dedicated PHP developer?
A dedicated PHP developer maintains and improves your PHP applications or WordPress site continuously, building knowledge of your code without the cost of recruiting in-house.
Is PHP still a good choice in 2026?
Yes. Modern PHP 8 is fast and well supported, powers WordPress and WooCommerce, and Laravel makes it a strong choice for business applications.
Can your PHP developers work on WordPress?
Yes. Our PHP developers build custom themes, child themes, plugins, custom blocks and Elementor widgets, following WordPress coding standards.
Can you upgrade my old PHP application to PHP 8?
Yes. We test the code on PHP 8, fix deprecated and incompatible functions, update libraries and move to the new version with a rollback plan.
Can you take over a PHP project another developer left unfinished?
Yes. We review the code and database, stabilise what is there and give you an honest plan to finish or rebuild parts of it.
How much does it cost to hire a PHP developer?
Cost depends on code base condition, scope, experience level, hours and engagement model. Share your requirement and we will send rates for matching profiles.
Can you fix a hacked PHP or WordPress site?
Yes. We remove malicious code, close the vulnerability that let it in, update software and harden the server and application.
Should I rebuild my PHP application in Laravel?
Only if the current code is holding the business back. Often the best path is to stabilise first, then move modules to Laravel gradually.
Do your PHP developers also handle the database?
Yes. They design and optimise MySQL databases, and our database administration service covers deeper tuning and backups.
What is the difference between a PHP developer and a WordPress developer?
A WordPress developer is a PHP developer who specialises in WordPress: themes, plugins, hooks and the block editor. A general PHP developer may work on custom applications or frameworks such as Laravel. Our PHP developers cover both.
Which PHP version should my site run?
A currently supported PHP 8.x version. Older versions no longer receive security fixes and run slower. We test your code on the new version before switching the live server.
Can a PHP developer build custom WordPress plugins?
Yes. Custom plugins keep business-specific features separate from the theme, so they survive theme changes and updates. We write them using WordPress hooks and coding standards, with settings your team can manage.
Need a PHP developer?
Tell us about the project, the PHP work involved and the hours you need. We will suggest developers you can interview.
Tell us about the project, the PHP work involved and the hours you need. We will suggest developers you can interview.
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TF 15 Adishwar Gold Complex, Ahmedabad 380049, Gujarat, India · info@iconwebsolution.com · +91 88663 03099 · +91 74053 75923