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Wordpress vs Custom Websites: Which Should Australian Businesses Choose?

Technology10 Apr 2026

For a decade, WordPress was the default choice for small business websites. However, as the web evolves, its flaws are becoming detrimental to businesses.

The Problem with WordPress

WordPress relies heavily on plugins. Over time, your website becomes bloated, heavily increasing loading times. Furthermore, these plugins are notorious for security vulnerabilities.

The Custom Native Approach (Next.js)

Modern agencies have shifted to using native web frameworks like Next.js. Because there is no bloated backend or unnecessary code, these websites load almost instantaneously.