A Website Is Never Finished. It Requires Ongoing Care.
Regular maintenance prevents security issues, performance degradation, and content decay. A well-maintained site performs better in search and provides a better user experience.
Weekly Tasks
Check for security updates. Review analytics for anomalies. Monitor uptime. Back up database and files.
Monthly Tasks
Update all plugins and themes. Review and fix broken links. Check page speed scores. Review and update content. Test contact forms and key functionality.
Quarterly Tasks
Full security audit. Review SEO performance. Update copyright dates and seasonal content. Test backups by restoring to a staging environment.
Annual Tasks
Evaluate hosting performance. Review design and branding consistency. Plan content updates for the year ahead. Assess security policies.
A maintenance schedule prevents small issues from becoming major problems.