Launch Hygiene & Infrastructure
The Essential Guide to Web Integrity
Go beyond Lighthouse scores. Get the forensic insights into DNS, security headers, and email deliverability that guarantee a flawless launch.
Explore Launch ChecklistsEssential Audit Deep Dives
Why Performance Isn’t Enough — Auditing the Trust Layer
Lighthouse gives you speed. But discover the critical DNS, redirect, and header flaws that kill credibility and deliverability.
Read ArticleThe $10,000 Oops: Why Your Pre-Launch Checklist Needs a Trust Audit
Avoid costly launch mistakes. Learn how a single SPF error can waste thousands in ad spend and tank your sender reputation.
Read Case StudyServer Fingerprinting: The Real Danger of X-Powered-By Headers
Learn why revealing your web server and framework version is a critical, unforced error that gives attackers easy blueprints.
Read Security TipDMARC, DKIM, and SPF: The Three Pillars of Deliverability & Anti-Phishing
If your emails are hitting spam, the issue is likely your DNS. Master the essential protocols that build email trust and prevent spoofing.
Read Deliverability GuideHSTS and the HTTPS Mandate: Why a Simple SSL is No Longer Enough
Upgrade from basic HTTPS. Implement the HSTS header to eliminate the window for man-in-the-middle attacks and force encryption.
Read Security GuideThe Unseen Threat: Client-Side Redirect Chains That Leak Data
Redirects aren't just an SEO issue. Find out how long, un-audited chains can expose session data and cookies to third parties.
Read Integrity ReportContent Security Policy (CSP): Your Best Defense Against Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Learn how this powerful HTTP header acts as a browser-enforced firewall, neutralizing injected malicious scripts instantly.
Read Advanced DefenseThe `robots.txt` Misconception: Blocking Search vs. Blocking AI Training
Is your intellectual property safe? Use robots.txt directives correctly to govern how modern AI models interact with your site content.
Read Governance GuideStopping Clickjacking: The Power of X-Frame-Options and frame-ancestors
Prevent malicious sites from loading your pages inside hidden iframes. Essential protection for login and checkout flows.
Read Attack PreventionThe Danger of Default Configurations: Securing Your Web Server Metadata
Why default 404 pages and open directory listings are goldmines for attackers. Learn the immediate steps to server hardening.
Read Hardening GuideReferrer Policy: Controlling What Data Your Links Leak to Third Parties
Protect user privacy and sensitive query strings. Implement the correct Referrer-Policy to minimize data exposure on outbound links.
Read Privacy CheckCORS: The Cross-Origin Policy and Why Misconfiguration Leads to Data Theft
A CORS wildcard can destroy your API security. Learn how precise configuration is mandatory to prevent unauthorized requests and data theft.
Read API SecurityTriangulating Web Health: Lighthouse, GTmetrix, & WebAuditly Deep Dive
Compare the unique strengths of the three essential audit tools—focusing on Core Web Vitals, Waterfall analysis, and Business Risk.
Read The Full AnalysisWhy WebAuditly Is Redefining Web Audits
Explore how WebAuditly delivers founder-grade clarity, operational hygiene, and actionable SEO insights.
Read The Full ArticleWebAuditly vs Traditional Web Audit Tools
See why founders are switching to WebAuditly for faster audits, cleaner UX, and forensic-grade insights.
Read The ComparisonAbout Launch Integrity
This resource is dedicated to technical marketers, founders, and developers focused on launch hygiene. We dive deep into the unseen infrastructure elements—DNS configuration, security headers, and redirect chains—that determine a successful product launch.
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