Support & Maintenance

  • What kind of support do you provide after launch?

    Our annual support agreement includes:

    • Email support with 1-2 business days response time (and usually within hours of the request)
    • Initial training for staff on new website with video recording
    • Access to training resources and documentation
    • Regular group training opportunities
    • Discounted rates for additional services, including graphic design
    • Licensing for installed components and plugins
    • Software updates and security patches
    • Firewall and security monitoring

    How quickly can I get help if my website has an issue?

    • For critical issues like website downtime, we provide priority response when notified via email with an urgent subject line.
    • Non-critical questions are typically answered within 1-2 business day (though often much quicker).

    What security measures are in place?

    We provide comprehensive security through:

    • Regular software updates
    • Site monitoring
    • Firewall protection
    • Backup solutions
    • Malware scanning

    What's not included in the standard support agreement?

    The following services are available at additional cost:

    • Web hosting or email hosting (available for an additional cost)
    • Content creation and updates
    • Additional custom site features or functions
    • Photo editing and graphic design
    • SEO/marketing consulting
    • Social media management and consulting
    • Additional one-on-one training
    • IT support

    What are some examples of custom features?

    • Form customization including advanced conditional logic, custom calculations, and multi-step application forms.
    • Interactive elements including maps with custom markers, custom search functions, and dashboards.
    • Password-protected areas, including membership portals with document management, forums, and other special features.
    • Third-party integrations with API connections, e-commerce, CRM, and custom calendar or database syncing.
    • Significant design changes and adjustments post-launch

    Real examples of a custom feature:

    • "I want a form that calculates membership fees based on multiple factors"
    • "We need a special events calendar that syncs with Salesforce"
    • "Can we create an article library with custom search filters?"
    • "Could you build a portal where members can upload and share documents?"

    We have experience doing a variety of customizations for clients, so just ask and we will figure it out together!


    What happens if I opt out of support?

    Clients without support agreements:

    • Pay standard hourly rates for assistance
    • Must maintain and pay for their own plugin licenses
    • Handle their own updates and security
    • Manage user access independently
    • Pay additional fees for training access