Website launch checklist: 20 things to check before you publish

Go through this list before you tell anyone your site is live.

Use this website launch checklist to confirm 20 things before you publish.

Content

  • Every page has a clear heading and no placeholder text
  • Spelling and grammar checked
  • Prices, hours and contact details are correct
  • Images are your own or properly licensed

Function

  • All buttons and links work
  • Contact form sends and you receive the message
  • Online payments and bookings tested, if used
  • Pages open without errors on Chrome, Safari and a phone

Mobile

  • Text is readable without zooming
  • Buttons are easy to tap
  • No content cut off at the sides

SEO

  • Each page has a unique title and description
  • Images have alt text
  • Pages have readable web addresses
  • Site added to Google Search Console, sitemap submitted

Trust and legal

  • Privacy policy and terms, where needed
  • Cookie notice, if you have visitors from places that require it
  • Real reviews only

After launch

Our team checks these points on every project. See the SEO details.

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