Important – Please Read Before Applying This project has specific scope and phase requirements. Please read the full description carefully before submitting a proposal. Generic or copy-paste applications that do not address the requirements will be ignored. Project Overview We are seeking an experienced WordPress developer to build Phase 1 of a parcel forwarding platform. This phase focuses on delivering a production-ready core platform with a clean, professional user experience and essential operational features. All features listed for Phase 1 must be completed within this phase. The design and user experience should be inspired by frenchforwarders.com, while the functionality is comparable (at Phase-1 level) to myUKmailbox.com. Design and UX Direction The design should be inspired by frenchforwarders.com. We are looking for: A clean, modern, premium visual style Simple and intuitive navigation Clear pricing and calls to action Fully responsive layouts across desktop and mobile This site is a design reference only and should not be copied. Phase 1 – Core Customer Features WordPress website built using a custom theme or a clean, optimised builder setup Secure user registration and login Customer dashboard Unique customer address assignment Basic parcel and order history Parcel status tracking (admin-managed) Shipping cost calculator using admin-managed rate tables Online payments (Stripe or PayPal – one provider for this phase) Automated email notifications for parcel status updates Contact and support page Phase 1 – Admin Features Simple admin parcel management Manual parcel creation and status updates Order management Ability to update shipping costs and rate tables Automated email notifications triggered by status changes Additional Pages (Included in This Phase) During this phase, additional standard content pages may be required. The developer must be flexible and able to add new pages within the agreed design system and structure, without requiring significant rework or a rebuild. Out of Scope for This Phase To keep scope controlled, the following are not required in this phase: Live courier API integrations (UPS, DHL, FedEx, USPS) Barcode scanning or warehouse automation SMS or push notifications Advanced pricing calculators or multi-currency support These may be considered in later phases. Technical Requirements Clean, secure WordPress implementation Minimal, well-selected plugins (no plugin bloat) Custom logic where required Spam and bot protection for login and forms Fast-loading, mobile-friendly pages Basic on-page SEO setup Code and structure must be maintainable and extensible Deliverables Fully working parcel forwarding platform (Phase 1) Secure authentication and customer dashboard Admin management interface Responsive design Testing and bug fixes Basic documentation and handover Timeline Estimated timeline: 6–8 weeks Milestone-based payments via Freelancer Application Instructions (Must Follow) To be considered, your proposal must include: Confirmation that you have read and understood the full brief Examples of relevant WordPress projects (functional platforms preferred) Estimated delivery timeline A brief explanation of your technical approach and relevant experience Applications that do not address the above will not be considered. Please Do Not Apply If You submit generic or automated proposals You only build basic WordPress blogs or brochure sites You rely entirely on heavy pre-built themes You promise live courier API integrations within this phase