One of the most common questions website owners ask is:
“What exactly do I get in a WordPress maintenance plan?”
This is a fair question and an important one.
At MG Technologies, we believe in being clear and transparent. A good maintenance plan protects your website, keeps it updated, and saves you from unexpected problems but it’s not meant to replace full-time development work.
Let’s break it down clearly.
What a WordPress Maintenance Plan Should Include
🔄 1. WordPress Core, Theme & Plugin Updates
Updates are the backbone of maintenance.
A proper maintenance plan includes:
- WordPress core updates
- Theme updates
- Plugin updates
- Compatibility checks after updates
These updates:
- Fix bugs
- Patch security vulnerabilities
- Improve performance
Skipping them is risky. Doing them incorrectly is also risky. That’s why updates should always be handled professionally.
💾 2. Regular Website Backups
Backups are your insurance policy.
A maintenance plan should include:
- Automated backups (monthly, weekly, or daily)
- Secure storage
- Restore support if something breaks
If an update fails or a website gets hacked, backups allow your site to be restored quickly with minimal downtime.
🔐 3. Security Monitoring & Checks
Security isn’t just for big websites.
A good maintenance plan includes:
- Malware scans
- Vulnerability checks
- Basic security hardening
- Monitoring suspicious activity
These steps significantly reduce the risk of hacks, spam injections, and data loss.
⚡ 4. Performance & Health Checks
Over time, websites collect:
- Unused plugins
- Database clutter
- Old revisions
Maintenance plans usually include:
- Basic performance checks
- Database cleanup
- Uptime monitoring (in higher plans)
This helps your website stay fast and reliable.
🧩 5. Small Website Changes
Most website owners need occasional updates.
That’s why maintenance plans often include:
- Text changes
- Image replacements
- Link or button updates
- Minor layout tweaks
These are small but essential changes that keep your website up to date without needing a separate quote every time.
What Is Usually Not Included
This is where clarity matters.
A standard maintenance plan does not usually include:
- New page designs
- Major layout redesigns
- Custom plugin or theme development
- Complex feature additions
- Third-party API integrations
These tasks require planning, development time, and testing and are best handled as separate projects or custom plans.
Why Clear Boundaries Are Good for Clients
Clear inclusions mean:
- No surprises
- No hidden costs
- Faster support
- Better results
You always know what’s covered and what can be quoted separately if needed.
How MG Technologies Structures Maintenance Plans
Our maintenance plans are designed for real business websites.
We offer:
- Affordable standard plans for updates & security
- Higher plans for larger or high-traffic websites
- Custom maintenance packages for ongoing changes
This way, you only pay for what your website actually needs.
Is a Maintenance Plan Right for You?
A WordPress maintenance plan is ideal if:
- Your website is important to your business
- You want peace of mind
- You don’t want surprise repair costs
- You prefer preventive care over emergency fixes
👉 Our maintenance plans start at affordable monthly pricing and can be customized anytime.
📩 Contact MG Technologies to choose the right maintenance plan for your website.
