Why Website Maintenance Matters
A website isn't a "set and forget" asset. Without regular maintenance:
- Security vulnerabilities go unpatched
- Performance degrades over time
- Broken links frustrate visitors
- Outdated content hurts SEO
- Compatibility issues with new browsers
Website Maintenance Checklist
Weekly Tasks
- Check website uptime
- Monitor for security alerts
- Review contact form submissions
- Check for broken links
- Review analytics for issues
Monthly Tasks
- Update WordPress core, plugins, themes
- Review and update content
- Check page load speeds
- Review security scan results
- Test forms and CTAs
- Verify backup completion
Quarterly Tasks
- Full security audit
- SEO performance review
- Content freshness audit
- Review hosting performance
- Test on new browser versions
Security Maintenance
Keep Everything Updated
Outdated software is the #1 cause of hacked websites. Update regularly:
- WordPress core
- Plugins and themes
- PHP version
- Server software
Use Strong Passwords
- Minimum 12 characters
- Mix of letters, numbers, symbols
- Unique for each account
- Consider a password manager
Regular Backups
Follow the 3-2-1 rule:
- 3 copies of data
- 2 different storage media
- 1 offsite backup
Performance Maintenance
Monitor Page Speed
Check regularly using Google PageSpeed Insights, GTmetrix, or WebPageTest.
Target scores: Mobile: 80+, Desktop: 90+
Optimize Images
- Compress new uploads
- Use WebP format
- Lazy load below-fold images
Database Cleanup
For WordPress sites: delete post revisions, clean spam comments, optimize database tables.
DIY vs Professional Maintenance
| Aspect | DIY | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free (your time) | RM350-1,500/month |
| Expertise | Limited | Comprehensive |
| Time | Hours/week | Hands-off |
| Risk | Higher | Lower |
Bellosys Maintenance Plans
We offer comprehensive maintenance packages:
Essential (RM350/month)
- Weekly plugin updates
- Daily cloud backups
- Uptime monitoring
- Security scans
- Monthly reporting
Priority (RM650/month)
Everything in Essential, plus:
- Priority ticket response
- 2 hours content updates/month
- Performance optimization
- Quarterly SEO review
Start Protecting Your Website
Get a maintenance quote and keep your website secure, fast, and up-to-date.