If you’ve ever searched for someone to “just handle the tech stuff,” you’re looking for a Tech VA. But what exactly does a Tech Virtual Assistant do — and how is it different from a regular VA?
What Is a Tech VA?
A Tech VA (Technical Virtual Assistant) is a specialist who handles the technical side of running an online business. While a general VA might manage your inbox and schedule, a Tech VA builds your website, sets up your systems, configures your tools, and keeps your tech stack running smoothly.
What Does a Tech VA Actually Do?
Here are the most common tasks a Tech VA handles:
- WordPress website builds — pages, landing pages, blog posts, Divi/Elementor/WPBakery
- Scheduling system setup — Acuity, Booksy, StyleSeat, Calendly
- LMS configuration — Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, Tutor LMS, Skool
- Email marketing setup — sequences, automations, integrations
- Tool research and recommendation — finding the right platform for your needs
- Website audits — identifying what’s broken and how to fix it
- Multilingual setup — WPML, translation workflows
- Google Workspace management — Drive, Docs, Sheets organization
General VA vs Tech VA
| Task | General VA | Tech VA |
|---|---|---|
| Email management | ✓ | — |
| Calendar management | ✓ | — |
| WordPress builds | — | ✓ |
| Scheduling setup | — | ✓ |
| LMS configuration | — | ✓ |
| Data entry | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tool research | Limited | ✓ |
When Do You Need a Tech VA?
You need a Tech VA when:
- You’re spending hours on tech tasks that someone else could handle in minutes
- Your website has issues you don’t know how to fix
- You want to launch a course but don’t know which platform to use
- Your scheduling system isn’t set up or isn’t working properly
- You need a website built and don’t want to pay agency prices
How to Work with a Tech VA
Most Tech VAs work on a project basis or monthly retainer. A good Tech VA will:
- Ask clarifying questions before starting work
- Provide a clear scope and timeline
- Document everything they build
- Record walkthrough videos so you understand your own systems
If you’re looking for a Tech VA who handles WordPress, course platforms, scheduling, and ops setup — let’s talk.