What testing should be done before launching the redesigned site?
Functional Testing
- Ensure all forms, buttons, dropdowns, and links work correctly.
- Check login/signup flows, password reset, and user session handling.
- Verify checkout and payment gateways for test transactions.
- Test dynamic content like blogs, carousels, or product filters.
- Confirm that search and pagination features function as expected.
Cross-Browser and Device Compatibility Testing
- Test on all major browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera.
- Check responsiveness across devices: desktop, tablets, and various smartphones.
- Use emulators and physical devices to verify layout and interaction fidelity.
- Validate orientation changes, zoom functionality, and scroll behavior.
- Pay extra attention to mobile-specific issues common in Indian user base.
Performance and Speed Testing
- Run site speed tests using tools like Google PageSpeed Insights and GTmetrix.
- Optimize images, fonts, scripts, and server responses to reduce load time.
- Ensure performance standards are met on 3G/4G networks.
- Check lazy loading of media and caching mechanisms.
- Analyze Core Web Vitals scores and address critical issues.
SEO and Accessibility Testing
- Ensure all metadata, alt attributes, and heading structures are preserved or improved.
- Validate structured data and schema using Google’s Rich Results Test.
- Check robots.txt, sitemap, and canonical tags for proper indexing.
- Test color contrast, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support.
- Ensure compliance with WCAG standards for inclusive access.
Security and Integration Testing
- Test HTTPS encryption, firewall rules, and security headers.
- Scan for vulnerabilities using tools like OWASP ZAP or Sucuri.
- Verify that forms are protected from spam bots and injection attacks.
- Validate third-party tool integrations like chatbots, CRMs, and email signups.
- Ensure no test credentials or outdated modules are left in production.
