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Freelance Astro developer for business websites

Freelance Astro developer

Astro is the "static-first" JavaScript framework used by Google, Apple and Figma: it generates static HTML pages with no database and no plugins, near-systematically hitting a Lighthouse score ≥ 95. I've been building with Astro since its release, as a freelancer, no agency layer: whether you're starting from scratch or replacing a slow WordPress with static, it's a rental — €490 setup then €39/month.

Response within 48h (business days) 6-month minimum commitment €39–109/month
Before
42
WordPress
After
96
Astro
7-21 daysDelivery
Lighthouse ≥ 95Performance
13 yearsExperience
€490From
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At a glance

Freelance Astro developer par WebConsulting : Astro is the "static-first" JavaScript framework used by Google, Apple and Figma: it generates static HTML pages with no database and no plugins, near-systemati… Delivery : 7-21 days · Performance : Lighthouse ≥ 95 · Experience : 13 years

Verifiable data

  • Lighthouse ≥ 95 guaranteed in writing. Sites delivered in 7 to 21 days depending on the plan. (WebConsulting contractual guarantee · Verifiable on PageSpeed Insights) · our sources
  • 90% of CMS attacks target WordPress, mainly via third-party plugins, responsible for 97% of vulnerabilities. (Sucuri, 2024 · WPScan, 2023) · our sources
  • A static Astro site has no database and no exposed admin interface: the attack surface is close to zero. (Web Almanac 2025 · HTTP Archive) · our sources
  • 13 years of web development experience, sites delivered with a publicly verifiable Lighthouse score ≥ 95. (WebConsulting · PageSpeed Insights) · our sources

Who it's for

This service is for you if...

Businesses and small companies specifically looking for an Astro developer rather than a generalist WordPress agency: either for a new site built for speed, or to replace a WordPress site that's become slow, vulnerable or expensive to maintain. You talk directly to the person coding, no project manager or salesperson in between.

  • You're searching for a "freelance Astro developer" rather than a traditional agency.
  • Your current WordPress site is slow, has been hacked once, or costs a lot in plugins and maintenance.
  • You want to replace WordPress with Astro without starting over on content that already works.
  • You're building a landing page or showcase site where load speed is a decision criterion.
  • You already have an Astro site and need a developer to extend it: see also the maintenance page.
Commitment

Our promise

Lighthouse ≥ 95 guaranteed in writing. 13 years of experience, no long-term commitment.

Free 30-min call

Free initial consultation, reply within 48 business hours.

Benefits

Freelance Astro developer : what you gain

01

13 years of experience, verifiable

Public Lighthouse scores on PageSpeed Insights for every site delivered. Not a promise: a link you can check yourself before signing.

02

No database, no plugins

A static Astro site has no exposed admin panel and no third-party extension to keep updated. The attack surface behind 90% of hacked WordPress sites (Sucuri, 2024) simply doesn't exist.

03

Direct freelancer, no structure to pay for

An agency charges €4,000-12,000 for a showcase site with a separate project manager, salesperson and designer. One senior developer is enough for this scope: the price reflects the work, not the org chart.

04

WordPress replacement without losing rankings

Existing content migrated, tested redirect plan, URLs that already rank are preserved. This isn't a blind rebuild: see also the website redesign page.

05

Clear rental, Freedom Option to buy back the code

The domain, content and photos are yours from day one. The Astro code is rented as part of the monthly fee, bought back once via the Freedom Option, like every site from the studio.

06

GEO included: ChatGPT and Perplexity visibility

Schema.org, citable structure and factual content built in from day one, not bolted on later. A static Astro site indexes faster than a site depending on client-side JS rendering.

Before / After

What you lose. What you gain.

Your current situation

  • Slow WordPress site, unmaintained plugins, recurring security updates.
  • Agency with a separate project manager, salesperson and designer: paying for structure on top of code.
  • Risky migration off WordPress: broken URLs, lost rankings.
  • A "starting from" quote that inflates mid-project.
  • No visibility on generative AI: content not structured for ChatGPT or Perplexity.
  • Maintenance in a vacuum: nobody watches security updates.

With WebConsulting

  • Static Astro site: no plugins, near-zero attack surface, Lighthouse ≥ 95 guaranteed in writing.
  • Direct freelancer, 13 years of experience, lower price than an agency for equivalent scope.
  • Handled migration: content reused, redirects tested, rankings preserved.
  • Published public price, quote validated before production, reply within 48 business hours.
  • GEO built in from day one: citable structure for ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini.
  • A fixed fee covering hosting, maintenance and a monthly edit allowance.

Process

How your Freelance Astro developer project works

  1. 01

    Free diagnostic (30 min)

    We review your situation: existing site to replace or a fresh build, goals, technical constraints. Reply within 48 business hours, even if we don't work together.

  2. 02

    Tailored proposal

    Scope, fixed price, timeline, rental terms. The proposal's price is the invoice's price, no "starting from."

  3. 03

    Structure and content

    The site map is fixed before design. If you're replacing WordPress, existing content is audited and reused, not blindly rewritten.

  4. 04

    Astro build

    HTML5, the studio's CSS, JavaScript only when it serves a specific action. Mobile and desktop QA, Lighthouse measured on staging.

  5. 05

    Go-live and 30 days

    DNS, SSL, Search Console, redirect plan checked if migrating. Adjustments included for 30 days, then the fee covers the plan's volume.

What you get

Deliverables

  • Site built in Astro, static (HTML5, CSS3, minimal JS)
  • Lighthouse ≥ 95 guaranteed in writing
  • Existing content migrated if replacing a WordPress site
  • Tested redirect plan to preserve acquired rankings
  • Responsive design: mobile, tablet, desktop
  • Technical SEO: Schema.org, sitemap, robots.txt, internal linking
  • GEO: citable structure for ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini
  • .fr domain, pro email, o2switch hosting, SSL included in the fee
  • QA on a staging environment
  • Go-live, Search Console, 30-day indexing follow-up

Pricing

Freelance Astro developer

Bespoke showcase site, .fr domain & pro email included, Lighthouse ≥ 95

€39–109/month + €490–1,290 at activation

6-month minimum commitment · Monthly plan · No surprises

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about Freelance Astro developer

Why Astro instead of WordPress for a business site?

Astro produces a static site with no database and no plugins: faster, more secure, near-zero maintenance. WordPress remains relevant for e-commerce or high-volume blogs run by a non-technical team.

Can you replace my current WordPress site with Astro?

Yes. Content that works is audited and reused, every important URL is individually redirected and tested before going live, so you don't lose rankings already earned. It's handled as a redesign, not a blind rebuild.

Are you an agency or a freelancer?

A senior freelancer, 13 years of experience. You talk directly to the person coding your site, no project manager or salesperson. That's what allows a lower price than a traditional agency for equivalent scope.

Do I own the site or is it a rental?

It's a rental, like every site from the studio: the domain, content and photos are yours from day one, the code is rented as part of the plan. The Freedom Option buys the code back once, over 12 monthly payments.

How much does an Astro site cost for an SMB?

From €490 setup + €39/month on the Essential plan (1 page). A full showcase site (5-15 pages): €2,500-5,500. A custom site with advanced features: €5,500-12,000. See the pricing page for full detail.

Do you also handle SEO and GEO?

Yes, built in from day one on every site: markup, Schema.org, Core Web Vitals, citable structure for generative AI. Editorial SEO and link-building support is also available as a separate service.

Ready to take action?

Start with a free consultation

Un appel de 30 minutes pour comprendre votre situation, identifier les priorités et vous proposer une feuille de route chiffrée. 6-month minimum commitment.

6-month minimum commitment · Response within 48h (business days) · Active since March 2026

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