Website maintenance
System updates, regular backups, content changes, and bug fixes to keep your site working and your information up to date.
Why every website needs regular maintenance
Many business owners assume a website will simply keep working on its own once launched. In practice, website maintenance is much like taking care of a car: if you skip routine checks, you eventually face costly repairs. Content management systems (CMS) and plugins update frequently to patch security flaws and adjust to changing browser standards.
When a site is left unmonitored, quiet errors begin to pile up. Contact forms stop sending enquiries to staff, contact details become outdated, and technical issues slowly hurt search visibility. Website support means someone else manages the technical side while you run your business.
At KVANTS, we look after your site's health: we check performance, maintain regular backups, and carry out content changes so your visitors always see accurate information and functional forms.
Smooth updates without surprises
Content management platforms like WordPress, along with their plugins and themes, regularly receive updates from developers. These updates often contain important security patches. However, clicking «Update» without a safety net can cause plugin conflicts that bring down the entire site.
We handle site updates carefully: we back up your site first, test major changes on a staging copy, and verify main functions immediately afterwards. We also keep an eye on PHP version compatibility on your server, and plan upgrades before older versions stop receiving security fixes.
WordPress maintenance
Regular updates for core files, plugins, and themes, alongside compatibility checks.
PHP lifecycle planning
Timely updates to newer PHP versions so your site remains secure.
Reliable backups
A proper backup is essential if a server fails, human error occurs, or a bad update breaks a page. We back up your database and files automatically and keep the copies on a separate server, not on the server where the site runs.
Creating a backup is only half the task; it also has to restore. We periodically test restores so we know the backups work. We cover protection against attacks and what to do after a hack on our security page.
- Automated database and file backups on a set schedule
- Backups stored on a separate server, away from the website hosting
- Regular restoration checks to verify backup integrity
- Restoring the site if anything goes wrong
Timely content changes
A company website needs current information. If team members lack time or technical confidence with the CMS, small text and image adjustments often get delayed, leaving customers with outdated prices or incorrect addresses.
You do not need to spend time figuring out how to format a complex block or fix an image layout. Simply send us the text or images, and we will place them correctly on the page.
Text and price lists
Updating service descriptions, contact details, opening hours, and pricing tables.
Visual assets
Adding new photos, promotional banners, and team member profiles scaled to fit.
New landing pages
Building extra pages using your existing design blocks and brand styles.
Bug fixes and routine checks
Our website support includes proactive checks. We test lead forms to verify messages arrive properly, monitor domain and SSL certificate expiry dates, and clear technical notices in Google Search Console.
If an update breaks a layout on mobile devices or a button stops working, we find the root cause and fix it. Sites hosted on KVANTS servers also benefit from round-the-clock uptime monitoring via status.kvants.lv.
Taking over existing websites
We can take over the maintenance of websites built by other agencies or freelancers. Before starting regular work, we perform an initial audit to review access details, system versions, existing backup mechanisms, and custom code.
We give an honest appraisal. If the site is built well, we take it under our care right away. If it is severely outdated or contains critical errors, we explain the situation clearly and present options—either repairing the existing codebase or planning a migration to a clean build.
What's included?
CMS core and plugin updates
Compatibility checks before and after updates
Regular backup creation and verification
Content, text, and image updates on request
Testing contact forms and third-party integrations
SSL certificate and domain expiry tracking
Layout and link bug fixes across desktop and mobile
Reviewing Google Search Console notices
Brief summary reports of completed tasks
Reply to support requests within 1 business day
Why choose us?
Full cycle
Development, design, hosting, email, maintenance — all in one place. No need to coordinate multiple vendors.
Own infrastructure
Client projects run on our servers with 24/7 monitoring. We catch issues before your visitors do.
Clear pricing
A development plan before work starts and a fixed project price. No upfront payment for small jobs.
Direct contact
You talk directly to the developer, not a project manager. Faster decisions, fewer misunderstandings.
How we work
Initial request
Tell us about your website, current issues, and ongoing task requirements.
Site assessment
We gather administrative access, inspect the codebase, check plugins, and review server configurations.
Plan agreement
We present a list of recommended tasks and define the scope of regular maintenance.
Initial cleanup
We set up a clean backup, resolve pre-existing technical bugs, and update system files.
Ongoing support
We handle ongoing updates, monitor site health, and publish your requested content changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in website maintenance?
Maintenance covers regular system updates, automated backups, content changes, form testing, and bug fixes. We also send a brief summary of completed tasks.
Does a newly built website need regular maintenance?
Yes. Security patches and software updates are released frequently. Even a newly launched site can develop bugs or security risks within a few months if left unmaintained.
Can you take over a website built by another developer?
Yes. We request admin and server access to assess its technical condition first. If the build is sound, we take over immediately; if major issues exist, we explain your options clearly.
How quickly do you respond to support requests?
We reply to all support enquiries within 1 business day. Resolution times depend on task complexity, but critical errors affecting site performance are handled first.
What happens if an update breaks something on the site?
We create a full backup before applying updates. If a plugin update causes a visual or functional issue, we restore the previous working state, identify the issue, and apply a fix.
Must I use KVANTS hosting to get website maintenance?
No, your website can remain on your current hosting provider as long as we have the necessary access credentials. Hosting with KVANTS simply adds automated uptime monitoring via status.kvants.lv.
Will I still be able to edit content on my website myself?
Yes, you keep full administrative access to your website. We step in when you do not have time, need more complex updates, or want help formatting new pages correctly.
How does maintenance differ from web hosting and security services?
Hosting provides server resources to keep your site online. Security services focus on firewall configuration, attack prevention, and malware cleanup. Maintenance is the regular care of the website itself—updating content, applying plugin updates, and ensuring forms work correctly.
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