How often is my website updated?
Security updates are critical to keeping your website free of bugs.
We check and apply updates to your WordPress website every business day — because security patches, bug fixes, and feature improvements for WordPress core, plugins, and themes can be released at any time.
What are we updating?
Every part of your website needs updates from time to time. Specifically we are updating:
- WordPress - The core of WordPress, the basic software that runs your website.
- Plugins - Each individual plugin or module used to make your website function.
- Themes - Your site look and feel is powered by a theme, which needs updates.
Why are we updating?
Updates get released most critically to fix security holes and issues, which is why they need to be performed so regularly.
Updates also resolve non-critical bugs, introduce new features, and deliver performance improvements.
Why can't I do this myself?
Technically, yes — WordPress does allow you to run updates manually, and some hosting providers even offer automatic updates.
In our experience though, if updates are left to you, they often don't get done. Which is why having our team do it for you is such a weight off your shoulders.
We also have a unique process of updating, which includes:
- Taking a backup beforehand, in case something goes wrong like a compatibility issue.
- Updating WordPress core, plugins, and themes.
- Monitoring the website to ensure it stays online.
- Taking a visual snapshot before and after.
- Restoring from backup immediately if a compatibility issue is detected.
This process ensures your website is always running the latest, most secure versions — with a safety net in place if anything goes wrong. If you have questions about a specific update or need to report an issue, please contact our support team.