WordPress audit

The impact of a WordPress audit on site success

A professional WordPress audit identifies technical problems on the site, optimises speed and increases site security.

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Why is a WordPress audit crucial?

Every WordPress-based website needs a regular review to ensure its *safety*, *performance* and *PSO optimisation*. Often site owners think their site is working properly, but a WordPress audit can reveal hidden issues that are affecting site performance. An audit helps you identify what elements of your site need improvement, so you can optimise your site's performance.

Improving site performance

During a WordPress audit, I focus on identifying any elements that may be slowing down the loading of the site. To do this, I review the code, check plugins and assess database structures. I also check that images and other media are properly optimised. *Page speed* has a direct impact on user experience and positioning in search engine results.

SEO optimisation

A WordPress audit also allows for in-depth analysis of *SEO optimisation*. By reviewing content, metadata, tags and links, we can discover what elements are worth optimising. SEO optimisation improves your site's visibility in search engine results, resulting in more traffic and potentially higher profits. I also pay attention to internal and external linking to convey as much authority to the site as possible.

  • Content and metadata analysis
  • Evaluation of URL structure and navigation
  • Link quality review

Site security

Site security is another key aspect I look at during a WordPress audit. *Identifying potential threats* and *evaluating the security measures in place* are important steps to help protect your site from attacks. Regular audits allow you to detect and fix security issues quickly.

  • Checking plug-ins and themes for updates
  • Verification of SSL certificate settings
  • Analysis of server logs and monitoring of suspicious activity

How do I carry out a WordPress audit?

The WordPress audit process is multi-step and involves several key stages:

Preliminary assessment

Initially, I analyse the current condition of the site, assessing its loading speed, usability and the first visible problems. This initial assessment allows us to set priorities and areas that need special attention.

In-depth technical analysis

In this phase, I carefully review the site's source code, check the compatibility of plug-ins and themes, and assess the file and database structure. The technical analysis allows the detection of elements that may adversely affect the performance of the site.

Report and recommendations

After the analysis, I prepare a detailed report with all the problems identified and recommendations for fixing them. The report may include tips on speed optimisation, improving SEO, or strengthening security.

  • A detailed description of the problems noted
  • Concrete recommendations for improvement
  • Step-by-step instructions for selected activities

Conducting regular WordPress audits is key to the success of your site. With thorough analysis and optimisation, you can achieve significant improvements in performance, security and search engine visibility. I also encourage you to read the article Why does every WordPress site need regular backups?, which will help you understand why regular backups are essential for every site.

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