Sample Website Launch Checklist

Website Launch Checklist

I. Pre-Launch Preparation

Project Planning

  • Define goals and objectives

  • Confirm target audience and user personas

  • Review and approve design and functionality

Domain and Hosting

  • Purchase and register domain name

  • Set up web hosting account

  • Configure DNS settings

II. Content and Design

Content Review

  • Proofread all text for spelling and grammar

  • Ensure all content is accurate and up-to-date

  • Verify that images, videos, and other media are optimized

Design Consistency

  • Check for consistent branding (colors, fonts, logo)

  • Ensure design elements align with user experience goals

  • Validate that all design elements are responsive

III. Functionality Testing

Browser Compatibility

  • Test website on major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

  • Verify functionality across different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile)

Forms and Interactive Elements

  • Test all forms for proper functionality (submission, validation)

  • Ensure interactive elements (buttons, sliders) work as intended

IV. Performance and Optimization

Page Speed

  • Optimize images and other media files

  • Minify CSS and JavaScript files

  • Test website load times and address performance issues

SEO Readiness

  • Confirm proper use of meta tags (title, description)

  • Check for broken links and fix them

  • Ensure website is indexed by search engines

V. Security and Backup

SSL Certificate

  • Install and configure SSL certificate

  • Verify that HTTPS is properly enforced

Backup

  • Set up automatic backups

  • Ensure that backups are stored securely and can be restored if needed

VI. Launch

Final Checks

  • Conduct a final review of all website pages

  • Verify that all content is displayed correctly

  • Ensure all features and functions are operational

Go Live

  • Publish website and update DNS settings

  • Monitor website performance and user feedback

VII. Post-Launch

Monitor and Analyze

  • Set up website analytics (Google Analytics, etc.)

  • Track website traffic, user behavior, and performance

Bug Fixes and Updates

  • Address any issues that arise post-launch

  • Implement updates and improvements based on user feedback

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