Maintenance should reduce surprises, not create a monthly ritual of clicking every update button. Use a routine that prioritizes recoverability, compatibility and visibility.
Backups you can actually restore
A backup only matters if it contains the right files and database and can be restored. Test the path, not just the schedule.
Updates with an order
Review WordPress core, theme and plugin changes, then update with a test path for site-critical functionality.
Performance drift
Watch database growth, autoloaded options, scheduled tasks, cache behaviour and media accumulation over time.
Security hygiene
Remove unused code, keep admin access controlled and review unexpected users, plugins and file changes.
Keep a short change log
Record important updates, fixes and configuration changes so the next problem starts with context instead of guesswork.
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