What is SilverStripe?
SilverStripe is an open-source PHP CMS and framework used by governments, universities, large enterprises and ambitious businesses worldwide. Unlike WordPress, it was designed from the ground up as a proper MVC framework — giving developers a clean, structured codebase and giving editors a genuinely intuitive content management experience. It powers sites where reliability, security and editorial flexibility are non-negotiable. We've been building and maintaining SilverStripe sites for years and know the platform inside out.
Why SilverStripe?
Proper MVC Architecture
Business logic, templates and data are cleanly separated. That means easier maintenance, fewer surprises, and a codebase developers actually want to work in.
Outstanding CMS for Editors
SilverStripe's page editor is one of the best in the business. Content teams can manage complex sites without needing developer help for routine updates.
Security First
SilverStripe has a dedicated security team and a strong track record. It's the CMS of choice for government and public sector sites where security is paramount.
Genuinely Extensible
The DataExtension system lets you add functionality cleanly without hacking core. SilverStripe scales gracefully from brochure sites to complex web applications.
Maintenance
Regular care keeps your SilverStripe site secure, fast and up to date. We handle module updates, CMS upgrades, performance improvements and content structure changes.
Version Upgrades
Still on SilverStripe 3 or 4? We migrate legacy SilverStripe sites to current versions safely and methodically — preserving your content, templates and customisations.
Rescue
Inherited a broken or neglected SilverStripe codebase? We dig in, assess what's there and get things working properly — no drama, no blame, just solutions.
New Sites
New SilverStripe sites built to a high standard with clean DataObjects, well-structured templates and a CMS setup your editors will love from day one.
SilverStripe for organisations that need more
SilverStripe isn't the right tool for every job — but for organisations that need a flexible, secure, maintainable CMS with editorial power and a solid codebase underneath, it's hard to beat. We help you get the most out of it, or bring it up to the standard it should have been built to in the first place.
Who uses SilverStripe?
Public Sector & Government
SilverStripe powers council, government and public institution sites across the UK and beyond. Security, accessibility and stability are baked in.
Education & Research
Universities, schools and research organisations rely on SilverStripe for complex multi-department sites with strict content governance and accessibility requirements.
Established Enterprises
Larger businesses with complex editorial workflows, multiple content types and bespoke integrations that WordPress plugins simply can't handle cleanly.
Recent SilverStripe Work
Ready to talk about your SilverStripe site?
Whether you need a trusted maintenance partner, a version upgrade or a brand new build — get in touch and let's talk through what you need.
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