A WordPress site is like a car. It runs best with regular servicing. Here is the monthly checklist we follow for our care plan clients.
Every month
- Update WordPress, your theme and plugins
- Check that backups are running and can be restored
- Run a security scan
- Test your contact and booking forms
- Check page speed on a phone
Every few months
Remove plugins you no longer use, check for broken links, and refresh old content such as prices, opening hours and team photos.
Why it matters
Most hacked WordPress sites were running old plugins. Regular updates and backups are the cheapest insurance you can buy for your website.
The short version
A little care each month saves a big repair bill later. Want a hand with this? Tell us about your business and we will reply within one business day.
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Written by SaifFounder of Brandstralia, a Sydney web design studio, and owner of a Japanese head spa. Building websites for small businesses since 2016.More about Saif
