Portfolio Website Checklist

A practical checklist for making a portfolio look credible, fast, and client-ready. Go through each item before launching.

• Clean, readable URL and custom domain
• Fast load time (under 3 seconds on 4G)
• Mobile-responsive layout
• Clear hero with your name, role, and one-line value proposition
• At least 3 real projects with live links
• Project pages with problem, solution, and outcome
• Tech stack listed honestly
• Contact form or clear contact information
• Consistent design system (colors, fonts, spacing)
• Smooth, intentional animations
• Good contrast and readable text
• Proper meta titles and descriptions
• No broken links
• Accessibility basics (alt text, semantic HTML, keyboard navigation)