I am new to website developing as a business, and am in the process of finishing up my first official website for a client. Before moving from my localhost server to a live server, I would like to know what happens after I hand off the website.
I initially have to set up the live server for the client and as such need the server administrator rights and login info. When the website is up and running. Do I just keep those passwords or does the client need to change it. It just seems like a security risk for the client, having me be able to change the contents of the server at will.
I am not saying I am going to change anything, but if I am presented with the question of whether I will be able to access the server after the deal is closed, what would I say.
Regards
I would recommend to give it back/or ask them to change it. Then , If they need support from you , then you can request them to create a separate user with the required privileges so that you can use when ever required. Even the customer keep track/control your authentication to their system.