Stability
Less chance of an update taking your site down without warning.
WordPress Maintenance
WordPress maintenance and technical support
Plugin and core updates, backups that actually work, security monitoring, and someone to write to when something goes wrong. So your website stops being a worry for your business.
Updates tested before applying
No forced commitment
You write to me, not a support desk
Why it's needed
Website maintenance to stop things breaking
Websites don't break overnight, they quietly deteriorate. You skip a small update, forget to check whether the backup actually works, and the routine carries on as normal. Each of these on its own seems harmless and easy to live with. The real danger appears when these small oversights pile up unnoticed until everything breaks at once. That's exactly when you realise the site had been asking for help for months.
Operational value
Benefits of WordPress maintenance
Security
Continuous review of the points attacks usually come through.
Continuity
Someone who already knows your site when something fails, not someone starting from scratch.
Fewer surprises
Preventing downtime costs less time and hassle than fixing the damage afterwards.
How I work
Monthly maintenance routine
I review your site
A full technical review of WordPress, plugins, and theme, plus security checks, SSL certificate, and the real state of your backups. I flag any issues that need immediate attention.
I set up the technical environment
I set up backups and monitoring, resolve any priority issues I've found, and organise access so the site can be managed properly from there on.
Ongoing maintenance
I apply updates, check the site still works after every change, and I'm available if something comes up that needs direct work on the code or configuration.
What maintenance does not include
Content and image changes
The maintenance plan covers technical infrastructure, not updating copy or graphic design.
Premium plugin and theme licenses
You need active licenses in your name so official vendor updates can be downloaded and applied.
SEO positioning campaigns
Maintenance does not include SEO link building, copywriting, or search engine ranking tracking.
Deep incident investigation without prior diagnosis
If your site has complex pre-existing errors, that requires a dedicated diagnostic or cleanup intervention.
Web hosting
I do not resell hosting — though I can recommend reliable providers and assist with migration if needed.
Worried about security or downtime?
Tell me what kind of website you have and what worries you the most.
What is included in WordPress maintenance
01
Updated website
WordPress core, theme, and plugins updated and tested before going live.
02
Secure website
Continuous malware, file integrity, and suspicious access monitoring.
03
Verified backups
Stored on an isolated external server, periodically verified for real recovery.
04
Immediate downtime alerts
Continuous uptime monitoring so I know before your clients do.
05
Direct human support
Contact me directly for questions, minor fixes, or technical advice.
06
Transparent monthly reports
A clear summary of all work done, updates applied, and items to monitor.
Websites that benefit most from this service
Corporate websites
Companies that need a secure, updated website where contact and lead forms never fail.
- Periodic technical updates
- Verified backups and security checks
- Key pages and forms verification
WooCommerce online stores
Where products, carts, checkout, payment gateways, and transactional emails must operate flawlessly.
- Checkout and payment gateway testing
- Database optimization
- Transactional email deliverability monitoring
Websites with bookings and critical forms
Quote requests, reservations, and other core features essential to business operations.
- Form submission monitoring
- Booking calendar sync checks
- API integration verification
Businesses without in-house technical teams
Who need an experienced external specialist to handle maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting.
- Dedicated senior developer
- Direct communication
- Rapid response to technical issues
Who watches over your site
I am Javier Afán and I handle your maintenance personally
With more than 10 years of agency experience working with WordPress, I know the real risk in maintenance isn't applying updates, it's not knowing the risk behind each change. Besides being a developer, I've specialised in security, so when I review your site every month, I don't just check that it works, I check that it's still free of malware.
Updates tested before applying
Continuous proactive surveillance, not reactive
Direct contact with someone who knows your website
No lock-in contracts or forced permanence
Contact
Request information
Tell me about your website and what concerns you most: downtime, malware, or having no reliable expert to call.
Direct contact
[email protected]
Frequently asked questions
About maintenance
What exactly does your WordPress maintenance service include?
It is a comprehensive plan designed for websites that cannot afford downtime. I handle verified updates, external backups, continuous security surveillance, and direct technical support so you can stop worrying about technical issues.
Are backups stored on the same server as my website?
No. Backups are always stored on an isolated external server to ensure your data can be fully restored even if your hosting provider suffers a catastrophic failure.
How do you know those backups can actually restore the website?
Because I don't just set up automated scripts and forget about them. I periodically verify and test that backups can be restored cleanly, avoiding unpleasant surprises when disaster strikes.
Who do I speak to if I have an urgent issue or question?
You reach me directly. No generic email addresses, slow ticketing queues, or rotating support reps who don't know your setup. I am your sole technical contact.
Do you pay for my premium plugin and theme licenses?
No. You maintain your own active licenses in your name so I can download and apply official updates securely.
What happens if my website already has a complex bug before hiring you?
If the site has pre-existing critical bugs that require deep investigation without a prior diagnosis, that work is billed as an independent technical intervention separate from regular monthly maintenance.
What tasks do you perform when onboarding a new website?
I immediately configure external backups and uptime monitoring, resolve high-priority weaknesses detected during the initial audit, and organise all technical credentials.
Is this maintenance suitable for traditional corporate websites?
Yes, it is ideal for established companies that require a professional, secure, and always-updated web presence where lead forms never fail.
Do you maintain transactional WooCommerce online stores?
Yes. I maintain online stores ensuring that product catalogs, shopping carts, checkout gateways, and automated order emails operate smoothly and reliably.
What happens if an update breaks a key feature on my website?
Because I test everything in a secure environment before pushing changes to production, if any incompatibility arises, I hold the update until the plugin authors release a stable fix.
Can I install new plugins on my own while on the maintenance plan?
You are free to do so, but my professional recommendation is to consult me first so I can assess whether the software is trustworthy and resource-efficient.
What do you do if direct database intervention is required?
If an issue requires direct database work, my response time is immediate because all technical accesses are properly organised from day one.
Do you take backups even if I haven't published new content in months?
Periodic backups run without exception. The database and system files change continuously in the background to log sessions, traffic, and access attempts, even if no new articles are added.
Prevention is far cheaper than recovery
If your website is part of your business, leaving it without surveillance makes no sense.