WordPress to Astro Migration 100/100 PageSpeed.
Zero Plugins.

No — and this is the part most developers get wrong. I set up 301 redirects for every URL, transfer all meta data, and rebuild structured data on the new site. Your rankings don't just survive the migration — they typically improve because Google rewards the faster load times. I've migrated multiple client sites from WordPress and the pattern is consistent: rankings hold or climb within weeks. I wrote about the full process in my WordPress to Astro migration case study.

Most migrations complete within two to three weeks, depending on the size and complexity of your WordPress site. I build the new Astro site on a staging URL while your WordPress site stays live — zero downtime for your business. The domain switch happens only when you've reviewed and approved everything. Simpler sites with fewer pages can be faster. Sites with complex functionality or large content libraries may take a bit longer. I'll give you an honest timeline upfront.

Everything gets rebuilt natively in Astro — contact forms, analytics tracking, newsletter signups, any custom functionality your WordPress plugins were handling. The difference is that these features are built into the code itself, not bolted on as plugins. That means no plugin updates, no conflicts, no performance drag. Your forms will actually work more reliably because there's nothing to break.

Yes. Content lives in simple markdown files that you can edit directly, or I can set up a headless CMS if you prefer a visual editor. Most of my clients find it easier than WordPress because there are no plugin dashboards cluttering the interface — just your content. Every change is version-controlled through Git, which means you have a complete history of every edit. If something goes wrong, I can roll back to any previous version instantly.

The savings add up quickly. WordPress hosting typically costs £10-40/month. Premium plugins — SEO tools, security, caching, forms — can run another £20-50/month. Then there's the developer time for updates and security patches. Astro sites deploy free on Netlify, need zero plugins, and require no security maintenance. Most businesses save £300-600 per year in direct costs, and that's before accounting for the time you're no longer spending on updates and troubleshooting.

I'll be honest with you: if your site depends on user accounts, real-time content from logged-in users, or a full ecommerce checkout with inventory management, WordPress or Shopify might still be the right choice. Astro excels at content-driven sites — service businesses, portfolios, blogs, catalogues, landing pages — where speed and SEO performance matter most. If you're not sure, get in touch and I'll tell you straight whether a migration makes sense for your situation. I'd rather recommend the right platform than sell you a migration you don't need.