Website Launch Checklist
Website Launch Checklist
I. Pre-Launch Preparation
Project Planning
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Define goals and objectives
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Confirm target audience and user personas
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Review and approve design and functionality
Domain and Hosting
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Purchase and register domain name
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Set up web hosting account
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Configure DNS settings
II. Content and Design
Content Review
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Proofread all text for spelling and grammar
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Ensure all content is accurate and up-to-date
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Verify that images, videos, and other media are optimized
Design Consistency
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Check for consistent branding (colors, fonts, logo)
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Ensure design elements align with user experience goals
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Validate that all design elements are responsive
III. Functionality Testing
Browser Compatibility
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Test website on major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
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Verify functionality across different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile)
Forms and Interactive Elements
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Test all forms for proper functionality (submission, validation)
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Ensure interactive elements (buttons, sliders) work as intended
IV. Performance and Optimization
Page Speed
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Optimize images and other media files
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Minify CSS and JavaScript files
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Test website load times and address performance issues
SEO Readiness
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Confirm proper use of meta tags (title, description)
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Check for broken links and fix them
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Ensure website is indexed by search engines
V. Security and Backup
SSL Certificate
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Install and configure SSL certificate
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Verify that HTTPS is properly enforced
Backup
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Set up automatic backups
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Ensure that backups are stored securely and can be restored if needed
VI. Launch
Final Checks
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Conduct a final review of all website pages
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Verify that all content is displayed correctly
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Ensure all features and functions are operational
Go Live
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Publish website and update DNS settings
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Monitor website performance and user feedback
VII. Post-Launch
Monitor and Analyze
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Set up website analytics (Google Analytics, etc.)
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Track website traffic, user behavior, and performance
Bug Fixes and Updates
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Address any issues that arise post-launch
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Implement updates and improvements based on user feedback
