Website audit and technical review for sites, apps, and software
Why technical audits matter for business performance
Your conversion rates, user experience, and operational efficiency depend on technically sound systems. Technical audits uncover issues that slow performance, create security risks, block search engines, or frustrate users—problems you might not notice until they cost you money.
We’ve been building and auditing digital systems since 1998. We know what breaks, what scales, and what creates headaches months after launch. Our technical review process catches issues before they compound.
What we audit
We perform website audits for
- Magento (Adobe Commerce)
- WordPress
- Umbraco
- Custom .NET applications
- Custom PHP applications
- Mobile and web applications
We only audit the platforms and technologies listed above—systems our team actively develops with. This isn’t a limitation, it’s a guarantee of depth. We won’t provide questionable assessments on technologies outside our expertise.
You can get our technical audit as a standalone package, or combine it with other review packages for a more in-depth review of your system. Check out the different packages here.
What's included in our technical audit
System core checking
Version and security verification
- CMS and programming language version analysis
- Security patch status (CMS-level only—we're not a security company and don't perform penetration testing or server vulnerability scans)
- Identification of outdated modules and components
Server configuration review
- Server setup evaluation
- Caching mechanism analysis (PHP OPcache, Redis, Memcache, etc.)
- Hosting environment assessment with recommendations
Performance testing
- Load testing: We analyze your Google Analytics data to identify peak traffic patterns, most-visited pages, and typical concurrent user counts. Then we simulate real-world conditions to test how your system responds under normal operating loads.
- Stress testing: We deliberately push your system beyond normal capacity to identify breaking points and maximum capacity thresholds.
Third-party plugin and integration review
- Inventory of active and inactive plugins
- Evaluation of shipping and payment integrations for ecommerce sites
- Recommendations for better alternatives when applicable
Theme evaluation
- Technical assessment of your current theme
- Identification of performance bottlenecks or outdated code patterns
Backup verification
- Technical assessment of your current theme
- Identification of performance bottlenecks or outdated code patterns
Note: We need server SSH access, hosting control panel access, or a full backup copy to verify restore functionality. If your host restricts third-party access, we’ll guide you through verification steps with your hosting provider.
Backend testing
We test administrative functions to ensure everything works correctly. Testing scope depends on your system’s features but typically includes:
- Content management (creating, editing, deleting posts, pages, blocks, forms)
- Media library operations (upload, view, delete)
- User and customer group management
- Order processing (invoices, shipments, credit memos)
- Product catalog management
- Pricing rules (catalog and shopping cart)
- Report generation
- Import/export functionality
- Cache management settings
- System logs and error tracking
- Other features specific to your system
Integration and module checking
Backend modules
- Identification of explicit errors in installed modules
- Compatibility verification between modules and core system
Third-party integrations
- Configuration verification against best practices
- Integration setup validation based on our development experience
Note: We don’t audit integration data flow or verify business rules within third-party systems—this requires full access to those platforms and deep familiarity with your specific business processes.
What you receive after the audit
Comprehensive technical audit report
After completing the site audit, you receive a detailed document containing:
- All technical issues discovered during testing
- Severity classification for each issue
- Specific recommendations for fixing problems
- Optimization suggestions based on industry best practices
- Insights from our experience with similar systems
Optional review meeting
We can discuss findings with you and your development team via online meeting. This helps clarify technical issues, prioritize fixes, and answer implementation questions.
What you can do with the report
You have options:
- Take the report to your existing developer
- Share it with another development company
- Have our team implement the fixes
The report is yours. We don’t lock you into our services.
Web application testing for custom systems
For custom applications, audit scope varies because every app is built differently. We need to understand your application’s architecture, features, and business logic before determining exactly what to test.
Application audits typically cover:
- Core functionality testing across user workflows
- Database performance and query optimization
- API endpoint testing and response validation
- Authentication and session management
- Data integrity checks
- Error handling and logging evaluation
Why businesses choose 1902 Software for technical audits
Senior developers with years of experience
Our company has been building and fixing digital systems since 1998. We don't send junior developers with checklists—you get senior technical experts who understand system architecture, not just surface-level testing.
Platform expertise, not generic tools
We audit projects built on systems we actively work with. When we identify an issue in Magento, WordPress, or Umbraco, we know the underlying cause and the best fix—not just what an automated scanner reports.
Actionable recommendations, not vague observations
We don't just list problems. We explain what's wrong, why it matters, and specifically how to fix it. You get clear next steps, not technical jargon without context.
Active projects across the globe
We're not coasting on past reputation. We're currently building and auditing systems for clients in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.
Ready to audit your system?
Whether you’re preparing for a major update, investigating performance issues, or need an independent technical assessment before making decisions—let’s review what’s actually happening under the hood.
See how we can help by contacting us today.
Commonly asked questions
What platforms can you audit, and why are you limited to those?
We audit Magento (Adobe Commerce), WordPress, Umbraco, custom .NET applications, custom PHP applications, and mobile/web applications. We only audit technologies our team actively develops with—this isn’t a limitation, it’s a guarantee of depth. We won’t provide questionable assessments on platforms outside our expertise. Senior developers who build these systems daily conduct the audits, not generalists running automated tools.
Do you fix the issues you find, or just report them?
The technical audit identifies problems and provides specific recommendations on how to fix them. You can take the report to your existing developer, share it with another company, or have our team implement the fixes. The report is yours with no obligation to use our services for remediation.
What's included in performance and load testing?
We analyze your Google Analytics data to identify peak traffic patterns, most-visited pages, and typical concurrent user counts. Then we simulate real-world conditions to test how your system responds under normal operating loads. We also conduct stress testing—deliberately pushing your system beyond normal capacity to identify breaking points and maximum capacity thresholds.
What do you need from us to conduct a technical audit?
We need server SSH access or hosting control panel access for comprehensive testing. For backup verification, we need either access or a full backup copy to test restore functionality. If your host restricts third-party access, we’ll guide you through verification steps with your hosting provider. For web applications, we need to understand your architecture, features, and business logic before determining exact testing scope.
How long does a technical audit take from start to final report?
Timeline depends on system complexity and size. Standard website audits typically take 1-2 weeks from kickoff to report delivery. Large ecommerce sites with extensive catalogs, custom integrations, or complex architectures may take 2-3 weeks. Custom applications require scoping first to determine timeline. We provide specific estimates during initial discovery.
What's the difference between your technical audit and automated scanning tools?
Automated tools identify surface-level issues but lack context. Our audits are conducted by senior developers who understand system architecture, not just what scanners report. We explain what’s wrong, why it matters for your specific business, and exactly how to fix it. When we identify an issue in Magento, WordPress, or Umbraco, we know the underlying cause and best fix based on building these systems for decades—not just flagging generic errors.
Book a consultation to explore how AI and 1902 Software can transform your next ecommerce project — faster, smarter, and more cost-efficient.