Web Hosting Launch Checklist for New Websites

Here’s a clear and actionable Web Hosting Launch Checklist to ensure a successful launch for your new website:

1. Domain and Hosting Setup

  • Choose and register a domain name
  • Select a reliable hosting provider
  • Configure DNS records (A, CNAME, MX, etc.)

2. Web Hosting Configuration

  • Log in and familiarize yourself with the hosting control panel (cPanel/Plesk)
  • Set up FTP/SFTP accounts for secure file transfers
  • Activate SSL Certificate (enable HTTPS)
  • Set PHP version and extensions as required by your website or CMS
  • Adjust server settings (memory limits, upload size, execution time)

3. Website Development & CMS Installation

  • Install and configure CMS (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, etc.)
  • Choose and customize website theme or template
  • Create necessary pages (Home, About, Services, Blog, Contact)
  • Install essential plugins/extensions (SEO, Security, Caching)

4. Content Creation and Upload

  • Write clear, SEO-friendly website copy
  • Upload optimized images and videos
  • Set up menus and site navigation

5. Website Security

  • Install a security plugin or firewall
  • Set strong passwords for all accounts
  • Configure automated backups (daily/weekly)
  • Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) if available

6. Performance Optimization

  • Install caching solutions
  • Optimize and compress images
  • Enable Gzip compression
  • Integrate CDN (Content Delivery Network) if needed

7. SEO Essentials

  • Set up SEO-friendly URLs
  • Generate and submit sitemap.xml to search engines
  • Create robots.txt file
  • Set up Google Search Console and Google Analytics

8. Email Configuration

  • Create professional email accounts (e.g., info@yourdomain.com)
  • Set up email forwarding/autoresponders if required
  • Test sending and receiving emails

9. Cross-Browser & Mobile Compatibility

  • Test website across different browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • Ensure responsive design works well on mobile and tablets

10. Testing and Final Checks

  • Proofread and review content for accuracy
  • Check website speed with tools like GTmetrix or Google PageSpeed Insights
  • Test website forms and ensure functionality
  • Check internal and external links

11. Launch and Post-Launch Tasks

  • Officially point domain to hosting server
  • Announce your new website on social media and marketing channels
  • Monitor performance, security, and uptime regularly
  • Schedule routine backups and updates

 

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