Website maintenance
after launch.
After launch, I can maintain your site for a monthly fee. That can include content updates, speed and accessibility checks, software updates, and small additions. What's covered and the price are agreed in writing before it starts.
What the monthly plan covers
- Content updates: text edits, new photos, and small page additions
- Speed checks: keeping Lighthouse scores, Core Web Vitals, and image sizes in good shape
- Accessibility checks: making sure new content still meets WCAG guidelines
- Software and security updates: packages, redirects, and the behind-the-scenes setup that keeps the site secure
- Small additions: new sections, embeds, and other changes that take an afternoon or less
- Quarterly report: a short written summary of traffic, performance, and what to do next
- Help when something breaks: you contact me directly if something looks wrong
What is quoted separately
- New page templates or sections, like a blog, a case study layout, or a new product page
- Redesigns of an existing template
- New integrations, like switching CRMs, adding e-commerce, or connecting a new platform
- Writing content for a campaign or a new section
- A second website, sub-brand, or microsite
I quote these as separate projects. I can still do the work; it just isn't part of the monthly plan.
Why a monthly plan instead of paying per fix
Regular maintenance keeps your content current, keeps the site fast and accessible, and catches small problems before they turn into bigger ones. If you'd rather manage the site yourself, that's fine. The plan is there if you want ongoing help.
Who it is for
Maintenance plans are for sites I built. The plan is sized to the site: a small marketing site needs less than a larger site with many templates and integrations. You can start at launch or add it later.
Pricing
The plan is set out in the project proposal or a separate written agreement. It lists what's covered, what's extra, how often I check in, and the price, so there are no surprise charges.
Common questions about maintenance
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01 What does the monthly maintenance plan cover?
Content updates, speed checks, accessibility checks, software and security updates, small additions, a written report every quarter, and help if something breaks. Everything covered is listed in a written agreement before the plan starts.
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02 What is not included in the monthly plan?
Larger features, new page templates, redesigns of an existing template, new integrations (switching CRMs, adding e-commerce, or connecting a platform the site did not use before), and writing content for a new campaign. I can still do this work, but I quote it as a separate project.
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03 Can I start a maintenance plan after launch?
Yes. Maintenance can start at launch or later. It is available for sites I built, and the scope and price go in the project proposal or a separate written agreement.
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04 How is this different from a hosting plan or an agency retainer?
Hosting keeps the site online. A maintenance plan covers agreed updates, checks, and small improvements. I already know your site, so you do not have to explain it to someone new each time.
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05 How much does a maintenance plan cost?
It depends on the size of the site and how much work you want covered. The price is set in the project proposal or a separate written agreement, so there are no surprise charges.
Maintenance for your site
Send me a short note, whether it's for a new site or one I've already built for you. I'll reply as soon as I can.
Ask about maintenance