Congratulations on launching your new website! We at Fifth Sun Pictures are thrilled to have partnered with you on this project and know your site will be a valuable asset to your educational institution or government agency.
Just like a car needs regular maintenance to run smoothly, your website also requires ongoing care to function optimally and deliver a positive user experience. This blog post will equip you with best practices for maintaining your website throughout the year and highlight the benefits of working with your assigned website manager for ongoing support.
Best Practices for Website Maintenance
Content Updates: Ensure your website content is accurate and up-to-date. This includes things like faculty profiles, course descriptions, upcoming events, and government office hours. Aim for monthly updates to keep visitors informed.
Security Updates: Regularly update your website's core software and plugins to address security vulnerabilities. This is crucial for protecting your site from malware and data breaches. We recommend following a schedule set by your website manager.
Performance Monitoring: Track your website's speed and performance metrics. Slow loading times can frustrate visitors and hurt your search engine ranking. Your website manager can help you identify areas for improvement.
Accessibility Compliance: Regularly test your website for accessibility compliance, ensuring it is usable by everyone, regardless of ability. This is especially important for government and educational institutions.
Backups: Regularly back up your website's data. This ensures you can restore your site in case of unforeseen events like server crashes or cyberattacks. We recommend a scheduled backup plan managed by your website manager.
The Benefits of Monthly Website Manager Meetings
In addition to the above, we strongly recommend scheduling monthly meetings with your assigned website manager. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity to:
Discuss website analytics and user behavior: Your website manager can help you understand how visitors are interacting with your site and identify areas for improvement.
Plan future website updates and enhancements: Do you have new features or functionality you'd like to add to your site? Discuss your vision with your website manager to develop a plan.
Get expert advice on website security and best practices: Your website manager is a valuable resource for keeping your site secure and up-to-date.
Ensure a smooth workflow for ongoing maintenance: Regular communication helps streamline the process of keeping your website running smoothly.
We're Here to Help!
At Fifth Sun Pictures, we are committed to providing ongoing support to our clients. Your assigned website manager is your one-stop shop for all your website maintenance needs. They are here to answer your questions, provide expert advice, and help you achieve your website goals.
Contact your website manager today to schedule your first monthly meeting and discuss a website maintenance plan that's right for you!