UKCoinHunt is one of the UK’s largest online coin-collecting stores, with a huge catalogue of collectible coins. When the owner first came to me, the site was constantly crashing due to a poorly built website and inadequate hosting. I stepped in to rescue the project, moving it onto my own server and rebuilding it with a fully custom WordPress/WooCommerce theme built from the ground up.
The new site is faster, more stable, and easier to use, giving collectors a smooth browsing and shopping experience. Alongside the rebuild, I developed several custom plugins to handle specific needs, and even integrated a dark mode toggle for a modern, accessible user experience. I also provide ongoing monthly plugin updates and maintenance to keep the site secure and running at its best.
What I Did
- Server migration: Moved the site to my server for better reliability and speed.
- Custom theme build: Designed and developed a bespoke WordPress/WooCommerce theme tailored for coin collectors.
- Custom plugins: Built multiple plugins from scratch, including a VAT invoicing system, product filtering, and compliance tools.
- Dark mode integration: Added a dark/light mode toggle for improved accessibility and user preference.
- Performance optimisation: Streamlined the database, improved caching, and stabilised the site to handle heavy traffic.
- Product page improvements: Enhanced layouts, added review displays, and fixed archive title issues.
- Ongoing maintenance: Update all plugins monthly and provide continuous support.
The Results
- A fast, stable, and professional site compared to the crashing old setup
- Improved customer experience with modern features like dark mode
- Automated processes through custom plugins, saving admin time
- Stronger reliability by hosting on my infrastructure
- Long-term support and monthly updates to keep the site secure and performing well
This is an ongoing project, and I continue to manage and develop UKCoinHunt’s platform. It’s a prime example of how I can take a struggling e-commerce business, rescue it, and transform it into a reliable, scalable, and modern online store.