Basic website security checklist
Foundational checks that reduce avoidable website risk early. Security basics are usually operational basics done consistently: access, updates, backups and monitoring.
Access controlBackups and recoveryMonitoring basics
Quick start
Make sure production access is limited, credentials are rotated and sensitive tools are protected.
Review points
Check dependency updates, forms, admin routes and any public file upload surfaces.
Tools we recommend
Use password managers, alerts, uptime checks and basic server logging from day one.
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