Categories: Site Management, Tips & Tricks
Introduction
Some business owners prefer to manage their own WordPress site. We respect that. But skipping routine tasks invites hackers, bugs, and downtime.
Use this monthly checklist to stay safe.
Download a full site and database backup before any update. Store copies off-site. Test restoration quarterly.
There are several free and paid-for backup plugins that can simplify and even automate the process of keeping your WordPress website regularly backed up (Duplicator, All-in-One WP Migration, Updraft, etc.).
Check for WordPress core, theme, and plugin updates weekly. Apply security patches immediately. Delayed updates are the top cause of compromised sites.
Run a security scan monthly. Look for suspicious files, unknown admin accounts, and altered core files. Delete anything you did not add.
Remove old staff accounts. Enforce strong passwords. Enable 2-Factor authentication for every admin.
Clear caches and delete post revisions. Optimise images before upload. Monitor your database size.
Broken contact forms cost leads, and broken links reduce trust and negatively affect SEO.
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