Developer Needed for Local Business Directory Platform
Budget: $750 – $1,500 CAD
Title: WordPress Developer Needed for Local Business Directory Platform
Overview
We are building a local business directory and membership platform focused on a Canadian market. The goal is a fast MVP launch using WordPress, then iterate based on traction and user feedback.
Scope of Work
Set up WordPress with a directory theme or plugin
Build vendor listing system with profiles, categories, and reviews
Create user accounts for businesses and consumers
Configure paid vendor tiers with monthly billing
Implement search by city, category, and rating
Add review and rating system with moderation
Optimize for mobile and page speed
Set up basic SEO and structured data
Ensure security, backups, and stability
Key Features
Free and paid vendor listings
Verified vendor badge system
User reviews and ratings
Location-based search
Admin dashboard for managing listings and users
Nice to Have
Experience building directory or marketplace sites
Payment integration experience, Stripe preferred
Membership and subscription setup
Experience scaling WordPress sites
Timeline
MVP launch target: 4 to 6 weeks
Budget
Open. Fixed or hourly based on experience
How to Apply
Share 2 to 3 similar projects
Outline your approach and recommended stack
Confirm start availability
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Overview
We are building a local business directory and membership platform focused on a Canadian market. The goal is a fast MVP launch using WordPress, then iterate based on traction and user feedback.
Scope of Work
Set up WordPress with a directory theme or plugin
Build vendor listing system with profiles, categories, and reviews
Create user accounts for businesses and consumers
Configure paid vendor tiers with monthly billing
Implement search by city, category, and rating
Add review and rating system with moderation
Optimize for mobile and page speed
Set up basic SEO and structured data
Ensure security, backups, and stability
Key Features
Free and paid vendor listings
Verified vendor badge system
User reviews and ratings
Location-based search
Admin dashboard for managing listings and users
Nice to Have
Experience building directory or marketplace sites
Payment integration experience, Stripe preferred
Membership and subscription setup
Experience scaling WordPress sites
Timeline
MVP launch target: 4 to 6 weeks
Budget
Open. Fixed or hourly based on experience
How to Apply
Share 2 to 3 similar projects
Outline your approach and recommended stack
Confirm start availability
Mention 2026 in order to know you read this