A WordPress developer for Dubai needs to understand how UAE customers browse and buy: mostly on mobile, often in both Arabic and English, and very often through WhatsApp. I have built websites and online stores for businesses in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and across the Gulf, and I am a native Arabic speaker, which makes Arabic and right-to-left work natural rather than a translation exercise.
Arabic and English, Done Properly
Most UAE businesses need both languages. A proper bilingual site has:
- Full Arabic and English versions with separate URLs for SEO.
- A mirrored right-to-left layout for Arabic, including icons, sliders, and forms.
- Arabic fonts that match the brand’s English typography.
- Arabic copy written for Arabic readers, not just machine translated.
I cover the details in building a bilingual Arabic and English WordPress website.
Payment Options UAE Customers Use
UAE shoppers expect a range of options: Visa and Mastercard, Apple Pay and Google Pay, PayPal, buy now pay later services like Tabby and Tamara, and cash on delivery in some sectors. I integrate them through global gateways like Stripe and PayPal and regional gateways that support local methods. See WooCommerce payment gateway integration.
WhatsApp-First Lead Capture
In the Gulf, many customers prefer to message rather than fill in forms. I add:
- WhatsApp buttons with pre-filled messages that include the product or service.
- Click-to-call on mobile.
- Short forms for customers who prefer them, sent to email, a CRM, or WhatsApp.
Industries in Dubai and the Gulf
- Real estate: listings, advanced search, and multilingual pages for international buyers. See real estate websites.
- Food and restaurants: menus, ordering, and branded food ecommerce, including a Dubai food brand store.
- Hospitality and tourism: hotels, tours, and experiences with online booking.
- Retail and luxury: WooCommerce stores with premium design.
- Trading and B2B: catalog websites with enquiry and WhatsApp ordering.
Mobile Speed
Most UAE traffic is mobile, and customers expect instant pages. I optimize images, fonts, and scripts, configure caching, and test on real mobile connections so the site stays fast in both languages.
Local SEO in the UAE
- Arabic and English keywords, since people search in both.
- Pages for each emirate or area you serve.
- A complete Google Business Profile with consistent details.
- Local business schema and reviews.
Working Together
I work remotely in a time zone close to the UAE, so we share most of the working day. Projects follow a clear plan with a staging site, regular updates, and a smooth launch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you write the Arabic content?
I build the Arabic site and handle Arabic interface text. For marketing copy, a professional Arabic copywriter or your team gives the best results, and I make sure it fits the design.
Do you support cash on delivery?
Yes, with rules such as limiting it by area or order value.
Can you redesign my existing site in Arabic?
Yes. I add the Arabic version with full RTL support without rebuilding the whole site.
Hire a WordPress Developer for Your UAE Business
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