Many small businesses treat their website as a one-off job: build it, launch it, forget it. But like a van or a boiler, a website needs regular care to keep running safely and smoothly.
What website maintenance involves
- Software updates. WordPress, themes and plugins release updates that fix bugs and security holes.
- Security monitoring. Watching for malware, suspicious logins and vulnerabilities.
- Backups. Regular copies of your site so it can be restored if something goes wrong.
- Hosting and SSL. Keeping your site online, fast and showing the padlock in the browser.
- Checks and fixes. Making sure forms still send, pages load and nothing has broken after updates.
- Content changes. Updating prices, opening hours, photos and services.
What happens if you skip it?
- Security risks. Out-of-date software is one of the most common ways websites get hacked.
- Broken features. A contact form that silently stops working means lost enquiries you never hear about.
- Out-of-date information. Old prices or closed services put customers off and create awkward conversations.
- Slower performance. Neglected sites tend to get slower, which hurts both visitors and Google rankings.
Can I do it myself?
You can, if you’re comfortable with WordPress and have the time to do it regularly, and to fix things when an update causes problems. Most small business owners would rather spend that time running their business.
Maintenance included
Every A-Squared Web plan includes hosting, maintenance, updates and support, with monthly time for content changes, from 30 minutes on Starter to 4–5 hours on Enterprise. See our plans, or read about paying monthly vs upfront.
