Website Maintenance Checklist for Non-Technical Clients

Why Maintain Your Website?

Avoid downtime, security breaches, and poor performance with these simple steps.

Monthly Maintenance Tasks

1. Backup Your Website 🔄

How to do it:

• Use a plugin like UpdraftPlus (WordPress).
• Store backups in multiple locations (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).

2. Update Software 🔄

What to update:

• CMS (e.g., WordPress, Joomla).
• Themes and plugins.
• PHP version (ask your host if unsure).

3. Check Security 🔒

Quick steps:

• Run a malware scan with Wordfence.
• Ensure login credentials are strong (use a password manager like 1Password).

4. Test Website Speed ⚡

Use these tools:

• PageSpeed Insights (aim for 90+ score).
• Delete unused plugins/media to reduce bloat.

5. Review Content 📝

Check for:

• Broken links (use Broken Link Checker).
• Outdated information (e.g., old pricing, expired offers).

6. Monitor Analytics 📊

Track:

• Traffic trends in Google Analytics.
• Top-performing pages and bounce rates.

When to Call a Professional 🛠️

• You see a "Database Connection Error" or "White Screen of Death."
• Website is hacked or flagged as unsafe.
• You need design/functionality changes.