✅ Checklist for launching a new website: what to check before publishing

🔧 1. Technical inspection

• All pages load without errors (404, 500, etc.)
  
• Links work and do not lead to empty or outdated pages
  
• Adaptive layout works correctly (on phone, tablet, PC)
  
• SSL certificate (https) is connected
  
• Website loading speed tested through PageSpeed Insights
  

🧭 2. SEO-preparation

• Meta tags (title, description) for each page are written
  
• The correct URL structure is formed
  
• Added robots.txt and sitemap.xml
  
• Google Search Console and Google Analytics installed
  
• Alternative text (alt) for all images

✍️ 3. Content

• Texts are checked for errors
  
• Content meets the goals of the site
  
• Current contact information
  
• Prescribed call-to-actions
  
• The uniqueness of texts is checked through anti-plagiarism services

💬 4. Communication with the user

• Feedback forms are working
  
• Anti-spam is installed (for example, Google reCAPTCHA)
  
• Social media buttons are active and lead to the correct profiles
  
• If there is a chatbot, its logic is checked
  

🛒 5. For online stores (optional)

• Adding to cart and checkout works
  
• Payment and delivery methods have been established
  
• Product description and photos are filled in
  
• There is filtering and search by product

🧪 6. Testing

• A test order or application has been made
  
• Checked display in different browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
  
• The site has been tested by different team members or testers

✅ Conclusion

Launching a website is a crucial moment, and this checklist will help you not to forget about important details. By checking everything before publishing, you guarantee a positive experience for your users and a strong start for your business.