Security Monitoring and Updates

Your website care plan includes continuous security monitoring and periodic code updates to keep your site safe, stable, and up to date. Because your website is fully custom coded and hosted on a secure platform, it doesn’t require the constant patching and plugin updates that traditional CMS sites need. That doesn’t mean nothing is being done, it simply means your site is built to be secure by design.

Server Level Security

Your website is hosted on Netlify, which handles most of the heavy lifting when it comes to security. Netlify provides:

• Automatic SSL encryption for every site so all traffic remains secure

• CDN level DDoS protection to prevent overloads or malicious attacks

• Isolated build environments so every site is sandboxed and protected from others

• Automatic deployments from Git which removes the need for insecure uploads or FTP access

In short, your hosting platform acts as the first line of defense, continuously protecting your website from outside threats before they ever reach the code itself.

Code Security

I periodically review your site’s codebase to ensure there are no vulnerabilities, outdated dependencies, or potential risks. This includes:

• Checking for unnecessary files or test routes before each deployment

• Verifying that environment variables are properly configured and secure

• Reviewing API keys and sensitive data storage

• Updating frameworks or libraries when necessary

Because your website is custom coded, there are no plugins or shared templates that could introduce vulnerabilities. Everything is hand built and maintained specifically for your site, which significantly reduces the chance of hacking or instability.

Monitoring for Errors or Incidents

Even the most secure sites benefit from an extra layer of monitoring. I use a combination of tools to track performance and reliability, including:

• UptimeRobot for continuous uptime checks and instant alerts if your site ever goes down

• Error monitoring tools (such as Sentry or LogRocket) that catch broken scripts or deployment issues

These systems run quietly in the background without affecting your site’s performance, giving early warnings if something needs attention.

Regular Maintenance and Updates

Your care plan also includes ongoing maintenance tasks that keep your website secure and efficient over time. These include:

• Reviewing and updating code dependencies periodically

• Rotating API keys or environment variables when needed

• Checking forms and integrations for spam or abuse

• Confirming that SSL certificates are valid and renewing correctly

All of this happens behind the scenes, ensuring your website stays protected and fully functional without you ever needing to lift a finger.

In Summary

• Your website is built on a secure foundation and monitored around the clock

• Updates happen manually and thoughtfully rather than automatically or in bulk

• You will be notified if any major change or update is required

• There is no need to worry about plugin updates, vulnerabilities, or maintenance windows

Your website’s custom code and professional hosting make it naturally resistant to the common security risks that affect platforms like WordPress. Even so, your care plan ensures everything stays reviewed, monitored, and protected, so you can rest easy knowing your site is secure and up to date.