Webflow Go-Live Checklist: A Stress-Free Way to Launch Stunning Websites

Let’s face it—launching a website can feel like juggling a million things at once. Between double-checking your design, optimizing for speed, and making sure every button works, it’s common to miss a step or two. That’s where a go-live checklist saves the day.

Imagine having a guide that helps you avoid embarrassing mistakes, keeps your customers satisfied, and ensures your website launch is a success. By using The Webflow Go-Live Checklist by EPYC. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a newcomer to Webflow, this checklist is your secret weapon to staying organized, stress-free, and professional.

Why You Need a Checklist (Yes, Even If You’re a Pro)

Let’s be honest—we’ve all been there. The deadline is near, the client is eager, and you’re rushing to get the site live. Suddenly, you realize you forgot to update the favicon, or worse, your contact form doesn’t work. Ouch.

More than just tasks, a checklist is your ultimate tool for a flawless launch, Here’s why:

• No Surprises: You’ll catch all the little details that can make or break a launch.
• Customers Satisfied: Make an impression on your clients by providing a well-designed, expert website experience.
• Peace of Mind: Know everything is handled before you hit that big green “Publish” button.

Your Webflow Go-Live Checklist

We’ve broken down the essentials into easy-to-follow steps. Use this checklist as your go-to guide every time you’re ready to launch. 

SEO Optimization

1. Enable the sitemap in the SEO tab of site settings.
2. Add meta titles and descriptions for all pages.
3. Optimize Open Graph settings for better sharing previews.
4. Ensure a clean and organized URL structure.
5. Add descriptive alt text to all images.
6. Set image property to "decorative" for purely visual elements (e.g., background patterns or confetti).
7. Use a no-follow meta tag for pages that should not be crawled by search engines.
8. Set up 301 redirects for any changed or deprecated URLs.

(Check out our full SEO checklist to dive deeper into Webflow-specific SEO tips!)

Image and Asset Management

9. Optimize images with Webflow’s inbuilt image compression. Do this from assets panel, and CMS as well.

Typography and Fonts

13. Upload custom fonts that match the customer’s brand.
14. Convert fonts to WOFF2 format for better performance.
15. Verify the licensing of all fonts used.

Responsiveness and Accessibility

16. Test the design on all devices: desktop, tablet, and mobile.
17. Use real devices or tools like Responsively for thorough testing.
18. Confirm that animations and hover effects work seamlessly across all devices.
19. Check keyboard navigation for accessibility.
20. Customize empty states (e.g., for empty CMS collections).

Custom Code and Performance

21. Move all custom CSS styles to the head of the page.
22. To publish advanced settings, enable Minify JS and Minify CSS on the website.
23. Remove all unused classes.
24. Clean up unused interactions and animations.
25. Disable indexing for the Webflow.io subdomain to prevent duplicate content from project settings.

Functionality Testing

26. Click every button, fill out every form, and navigate every link to verify they work as intended.
27. Test for broken links 
28. Verify that integrations (e.g., chatbots, analytics tools) are live and functional.
29. Ensure the company logo in the navbar is linked to the homepage.

Browser Compatibility

32. Test the website works seamlessly on multiple browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.
33. Ensure cross-browser compatibility for animations, interactions, and layouts.

User Experience (UX)

34. Proofread for spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
35. Have someone else double-check the website's material to ensure correctness.
36. Ensure the navigation menu is intuitive and functions properly.
37. Test the website’s 404 page and customize it for better user experience.

Technical Backup

38. Back up the Webflow project before publishing.

Final Touches

39. Set up a staging domain for client preview.
40. Update the favicon for a professional browser appearance.
41. Spell-check and proofread every page.
42. Test the empty states of CMS collections to ensure user-friendly fallback designs.

Click here to download the PDF or access the step-by-step checklist sheet—complete with tickboxes to keep your projects organized and ensure every detail is covered for a flawless launch

A Real-Life Win with This Checklist

One of our favorite success stories comes from a client who needed their e-commerce site launched in less than a week. With the checklist in hand, we tackled every detail methodically. The result? A flawless launch with zero issues and a very happy client who couldn’t stop recommending us to others.

Conclusion

Website launches don't need to be nerve-wracking. With the Webflow Go-Live Checklist by EPYC, you can confidently tick off every detail, ensuring your launches are smooth, professional, and impressive. From meticulous testing to perfecting your SEO and interactivity, this checklist transforms a chaotic process into a streamlined success story.

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Why wait? Download the checklist, follow the steps, and make every website launch your success. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back every step of the way

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