A website handoff is the final stage of working on a site, when the designer transfers the finished product to the client. It's an equally important step for both parties.
Learn why and how to do it properly👇
Why It's Important • For the designer: It protects your work from being misunderstood, misused, or broken, and helps avoid being contacted for fixes or files long after the project is done.
• For the client: It makes managing the website easy and stress-free. With all the crucial info at hand, they won't need to rely on outside help for every small update.
What a Proper Handoff Includes:
🔑 Access to Everything Make sure to securely share login credentials for: – The website platform (CMS) – Domain registrar – Any connected third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, CRM, mailing platforms, etc.)
💾 Final Design Files & Assets Include all essential files, such as: – Figma or Sketch mockups – SVGs, icons, banners, illustrations – Any custom code, animations, or videos created or used in the project
📄 Style Guide & Branding Info Provide a simple brand manual that covers: – Fonts and font sizes – Color palette (with HEX/RGB codes) – Basic layout or spacing rules (if applicable)
📚 Instructions & Training Especially useful if your client is new to managing websites or using the platform you built it on. Share: – A recorded video walkthrough – A quick-start PDF guide – Links to helpful support guides or tutorials (e.g., Tilda Help Center)
On Tilda, you can deliver all of this in one convenient, organized place using Tilda Docs—an easy and structured way to create handoff documentation for your client. Learn more about the tool: blog-en.tilda.cc/tilda-docs