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Website Maintenance Checklist
Security and Compliance
Update all plugins, themes, and core software to the latest versions.
Conduct regular vulnerability scans and patch identified issues.
Review and update SSL certificates to ensure they are valid and up-to-date.
Implement and update firewall rules to block malicious traffic.
Conduct regular audits of user permissions and access levels.
Performance Optimization
Analyze and optimize website load times using tools like Google PageSpeed Insights.
Optimize images and other media for faster loading.
Review and update caching mechanisms to improve performance.
Minimize HTTP requests by combining files and reducing dependencies.
Monitor server performance and upgrade hardware or services as needed.
User Experience and Design
Test and ensure that the website is mobile-responsive and displays correctly on all devices.
Review and update website navigation for ease of use.
Conduct usability testing to identify and fix any user experience issues.
Ensure all links and buttons are functional and lead to the correct destinations.
Regularly update website content, including product descriptions and images.
SEO and Analytics
Conduct keyword research and update meta tags, titles, and descriptions accordingly.
Ensure all pages have appropriate and unique meta tags.
Set up and review Google Analytics to track website performance and user behavior.
Implement and monitor an XML sitemap to improve search engine indexing.
Check for and fix any broken links or 404 errors.
Backup and Recovery
Schedule regular backups of the entire website, including databases and files.
Verify that backups are stored securely and are easily accessible.
Test backup restoration to ensure data can be recovered quickly in case of failure.
Review and update the disaster recovery plan.
Ensure that backup logs are reviewed and any issues are addressed promptly.
