Website Maintenance Services & Costs per Month/Year

My tiered pricing website maintenance services cost for site upkeep starts at a modest $1.30 per day/$39 per month plus setup fee (Or $468 per year) for very small businesses and/or personal sites. The affordable web management pricing covers web page repairs, malware removal, robust security, Google speed & performance boost, and much more. I deliver my decades of experience and expertise in IT management and user support on your project. You get to work on growing your business instead of hours of frustration on website backend issues.

Transparent, fixed-cost pricing tailored specifically for the budgets of Kiwi small businesses—no “invoice shock” or hidden hourly fees.

Website maintenance packages

Annual WordPress management services plans (with or without hosting) offer full transparency and no hidden fees. Finding a reliable technical partner shouldn’t be a guessing game. I’ve spent over 20 years in the WordPress trenches, and I’ve built these WP pricing packages to provide exactly the level of care your business needs.

Our tiered pricing model means you only pay for what you use. From foundational $39/mo care to our $599/mo premium WooCommerce support, every plan features transparency and no hidden fees. You’re not just buying a “plan”; you’re making a value-driven investment in your site’s ROI. When you work with WMS NZ, you deal directly with me—the guy actually doing the work. Compare our plans today and see why so many Kiwi SMEs trust us with their digital “engine room”.   

Explore our range of expert-led WordPress maintenance plans above. Whether you’re a local tradie or a high-volume ecommerce store, we have a transparent, fixed-price solution to keep your site safe, fast, and ranking on Google

What is the average monthly cost for website maintenance in New Zealand and Australia?

Based on 2026 market data, the average monthly cost for professional website maintenance in New Zealand and Australia generally ranges from AUD/NZD $100 to $500+ for small businesses, while more complex or eCommerce sites often range between $500 and $2,000+ per month. 

The costs are heavily dependent on the complexity of the site, the level of support (e.g., content updates, security monitoring), and whether the provider is a freelancer or an agency. 

Key Factors Influencing Cost

1. Hourly Rates: Freelancers typically charge $60–$150/hour, while agencies range from $150–$250+/hour.
2. Hosting & Security: Many packages include managed hosting, SSL certificate monitoring, and regular backups.
3. Plugin/Theme Updates: Regular updates to CMS platforms (like WordPress or WooCommerce) to prevent security breaches.
4. Content Edits: Some packages include a set number of hours (e.g., 30–60 minutes) for small content updates or design tweaks.
5. Service Level: Dedicated agency support (with Service Level Agreements – SLAs) costs more than freelancer support. 

Typical Maintenance Package Inclusions

• Security: Malware scanning, firewall protection, and security updates.
• Backups: Regular (often daily) database and file backups.
• Performance: Speed optimisations and monitoring.
• Support: Technical support for when the site breaks.

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Repair, Page Speed & Site Security

Web site repairs, malware removal services, security audits and implementation of web firewall and brute force login protection. Google page speed optimisation to improve your core web vitals score for mobile and desktop.

Affordable website maintenance services cost

When you need a competent and professional solution to your online problems, you can also get affordable website support costs from the list of services on this page. The cost of is modest and usually, we will have your issues sorted out overnight. You can be confident you’re dealing with a highly experienced WordPress expert. Be reassured by what our clients say below…

“I’ve structured my rates to be accessible for small businesses. You shouldn’t have to be a corporate giant to afford professional-grade website security.”

Ben Kemp