Websites need care after launch
Maintenance prevents broken forms, security issues, outdated plugins, slow pages and stale content from hurting business leads.
Situations this page is built for
- Your website breaks often.
- Forms or WhatsApp links need checking.
- Plugins/themes need updates.
- Content changes are frequent.
- You want speed and uptime monitoring.
Documents and details usually required
- Business profile, target audience and website goal.
- Page list, feature list and example websites.
- Logo, brand colors, photos, product/service details and content outline.
- Domain, hosting and current site access if redesigning.
- Required integrations such as forms, payments, WhatsApp, CRM, analytics or admin panel.
- Budget range, launch deadline and maintenance expectations.
Practical process before hiring
Write the brief
Define pages, features, content readiness, integrations and launch date.
Choose stack
Select WordPress, Shopify, custom frontend/backend or no-code based on business goals.
Build and test
Check mobile layout, forms, speed, SEO metadata, analytics and browser compatibility.
Launch and maintain
Deploy with backups, access handover, security updates and post-launch support.
What to expect in India
| Work type | Typical price range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Landing page or simple business site | Rs. 5,000 - Rs. 40,000 | 3-15 days |
| SEO-ready business website | Rs. 40,000 - Rs. 1,50,000 | 2-6 weeks |
| Ecommerce or custom web app | Rs. 1,00,000+ | 4-12 weeks |
Prices vary by document readiness, urgency, city, professional experience and whether previous periods need cleanup.
Common red flags and mistakes
- Hiring without a written page and feature list.
- Ignoring mobile speed and SEO basics.
- Not clarifying source code and admin access ownership.
- No payment milestones or revision limits.
- Skipping maintenance after launch.
What to mention when you post
- Business type and website goal.
- Page count and feature list.
- Preferred platform or need for recommendation.
- Reference websites and brand assets.
- Budget, deadline and maintenance expectations.
How to choose the right professional
- Ask for live portfolio links.
- Confirm ownership of domain, hosting and source code.
- Check whether SEO metadata, sitemap and analytics are included.
- Use milestone-based payments.
- Clarify support and maintenance charges.
Extra checks before you finalise
- Ask for a written page map, wireframe or section list before visual design starts so the quote does not stay vague.
- Confirm the launch checklist: responsive testing, form testing, analytics, sitemap, robots file, metadata, speed review and backup access.
- If search traffic matters, make sure the developer builds crawlable HTML pages and not only a visually attractive but empty shell.
Questions people ask before hiring
What is included in maintenance?
Updates, backups, content edits, monitoring and bug fixes depending on scope.
Is maintenance monthly?
Often yes, but one-time fixes are also possible.
Does it include redesign?
Usually not unless agreed.
Can WorkIndex compare maintenance retainers?
Yes, post platform and support needs.