Maintenance is not glamorous, but it is where uptime, security, and performance actually live. This checklist frames what “healthy” looks like for a business WordPress site—whether we run it for you or you handle parts in-house.
Weekly / monthly rhythm
- Core, theme, and plugin updates on a schedule (not “when someone remembers”).
- Verified backups stored off-server.
- Quick smoke test after updates: key pages, forms, checkout or booking flows.
Performance & SEO hygiene
- Image and asset hygiene (oversized hero images are still a top LCP killer).
- Caching / CDN configuration aligned with your host (we often pair WordPress with structured builds and care plans).
When to escalate
Repeated plugin conflicts, mystery admin errors, or traffic spikes are signals to involve a developer rather than stacking more plugins. For broader automation, see how AI integrations can sit beside WordPress—not replace solid foundations.
Contact us if you want this checklist implemented as an actual care plan.
