Web development
We build custom websites and web applications with modern, performant technology. Speed, security and search-readiness are built in from the start, not bolted on at the end.
Web development is the engineering behind a website: the code, platform, integrations and hosting that make it fast, secure and reliable. Good development is almost invisible. Pages load quickly, forms work, checkouts complete and the site stays online.
Cloud9 builds custom websites, WordPress sites and online stores for clients across Canada and the United States, with performance, security and search visibility handled from the first line of code.
What we build
- Business websites, on WordPress or custom code.
- Online stores with product catalogues, carts, checkout and payments.
- Multilingual websites structured properly for search in each language.
- Landing pages and campaign sites.
- Custom features: booking, quote calculators, member areas and dashboards.
- Integrations with CRMs, email platforms, payment providers and other systems.
- Migrations and rebuilds that protect your existing search rankings.
WordPress or custom?
WordPress suits teams that want to edit content themselves and need proven plugins. A custom build suits sites with unusual requirements, strict performance or security needs, or a product at their core. Neither is automatically better, and our WordPress versus custom guide sets out the decision. Read more about our WordPress web design service.
Speed and Core Web Vitals
Slow pages lose visitors and can hold back rankings. We build lean, compress and defer heavy assets, and test against the Core Web Vitals measurements Google publishes; see web.dev’s explanation of the vitals.
Security and reliability
- HTTPS across the whole site.
- Software kept updated, with unused plugins and code removed.
- Automatic off-site backups, with restores tested.
- Monitoring so problems are found before customers find them.
- Sensible access control and spam protection on forms.
E-commerce development
An online store has to be trusted, easy to use and easy to find. We build product and category structures that make sense to shoppers and search engines, connect payment and shipping tools, and test the full purchase journey on real devices. We have built stores for clients such as Aroma Sense and Empowered Elixir, and explain what we look for on our e-commerce web design page and our e-commerce industry page.
Handover and support
Every build comes with documentation and a walkthrough so your team knows how to run it. We can also look after the site afterwards with updates, backups and improvements as part of an ongoing plan.
What’s included
- Custom front-end and back-end development
- E-commerce and payment integrations
- Forms, CRM and third-party integrations
- Performance and Core Web Vitals optimisation
- Security hardening and backups
- Hosting, deployment and handover documentation
What you get
- 1
Pages that load quickly on any device
- 2
A site that is easy and safe to maintain
- 3
A technical foundation that supports SEO
How we work
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Requirements and architecture
We define what the site must do, choose the platform and plan the structure, data and integrations.
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Build and integrate
Development in stages, with regular reviews and every integration tested as it is added.
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Test and optimise
Cross-device testing, security checks and performance tuning before anything goes live.
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Launch and migrate
A careful go-live with redirects, tracking and a rollback plan, so nothing is lost.
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Support
Monitoring, updates and improvements after launch, as much or as little as you want.
Web development suits businesses that need more than a simple brochure site: stores, multilingual sites, custom features and integrations, or a rebuild of a site that has outgrown its platform.
Portfolio
Real websites, real businesses.
Online stores and a multilingual German-language site from our portfolio. Each project page links to the live website.
- vitamincshower.com
Aroma Sense
E-commerce · USA
- empoweredelixir.com
Empowered Elixir
E-commerce
- world-of-candy.com
World of Candy
Retail · Germany
- ecobau-nord.de
EcoBau Nord
Construction · Hamburg, Germany
Industries we work in
Development for Greater Vancouver businesses
Cloud9 is based in Greater Vancouver and works with clients across Canada and the United States. If you are nearby, these pages show our local work.
Guides on Web development
All resourcesWordPress vs Custom Development: How to Choose
Both can be excellent. Here is how to decide which approach fits your goals, budget and team.
September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
How to Choose a Web Design Agency: 10 Questions
The right agency is a long-term partner. Ask these ten questions before you sign anything.
September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
12 Signs It Is Time to Redesign Your Website
A redesign is a big decision. These twelve signals tell you whether your current site is holding your business back.
September 21, 2026 · 4 min read
FAQ
Good questions.
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What technology do you build with?
We choose the right tool for the job: WordPress where a content-managed site is the best fit, and modern JavaScript frameworks for custom builds and applications.
Is WordPress secure?
A well-built, regularly updated and properly hosted WordPress site is secure. Neglected sites are the risk, which is why maintenance and backups matter.
Can you integrate our CRM, payments or booking system?
Usually yes. Tell us what you use and we will check what is possible and how long it would take before you commit.
Can you move my existing website to a new platform?
Yes. We plan migrations carefully so content, addresses and search visibility are protected, and we monitor results after launch.
Who owns the code and accounts?
You do. On completion you receive the code and documentation, and accounts stay in your name, unless your agreement states otherwise.
Do you offer ongoing maintenance?
Yes. We offer updates, backups, monitoring and improvements as an ongoing plan, month to month.