Website deployment is crucial in creating a successful online presence, involving proper planning, testing, and client communication to ensure a seamless go-live experience and website functionality.
Website Go Live, also known as website deployment, is the final phase of a website development project. This is the stage when the website is launched and made available to the public. For clients, it is an exciting time as it marks the culmination of their efforts to create a website that will help them achieve their goals. However, there are several important factors to consider when preparing for the website to go live.
Website deployment is a significant milestone in the website development process. It means that their website is finally complete and ready to be shared with the world. It also signifies that the website is stable, secure, and functional. Once a website is live, clients can begin promoting it and driving traffic to it. They can also begin collecting data on user behavior and making any necessary tweaks to improve user experience and achieve their goals.
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What to expect
The website deployment process can be complex with various substeps involved. Here are some of the key things to expect:
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DNS propagation: When a website is launched, its domain name must be mapped to the server where it is hosted. This process is called DNS propagation, and it can take up to 48 hours to complete. During this time, users may experience intermittent access to the website.
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Testing: Before launching a website, it is important to thoroughly test it to ensure that it is working properly. This includes checking all links, forms, and other interactive features.
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Content migration: If the new website is replacing an existing one, content must be migrated from the old site to the new one. This can be a time-consuming process, and it is important to ensure that all content is transferred accurately.
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Security measures: It is important to implement security measures on the website to protect it from potential threats such as hacking or malware. Learn more about website security options here.
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Analytics tracking: To measure the success of a website, it is important to implement analytics tracking. This will allow clients to monitor traffic, user behavior, and other important metrics. Learn more about our tracking services here
Things to be aware of during Website Deployment
Here are some important things to be aware of during the website go-live:
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Expect some downtime: During the website go-live process, there may be some downtime while the website is being migrated to the production server and DNS is propagating. This is normal and should be expected.
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Monitor website traffic: After launching a website, it is important to monitor website traffic to ensure that it is stable and that there are no issues.
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Test all forms and interactive features: Make sure that all forms and interactive features are working properly after the website is launched.
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Have a backup plan: In case anything goes wrong during the website's go-live process, it is important to have a backup plan in place to ensure that the website can be quickly restored.