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  • Screenshot of the WordPress plugins homepage

    Six WordPress plugins to use on every website

    March 31, 2020

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    WordPress

    There are a lot of WordPress plugins out there for you to use. And it can be challenging to find ones that you know are going to work. So here are six (or seven) plugins I use on every website I build.

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  • Man touching a red key lock to represent web security

    Two-factor authentication in WordPress

    December 27, 2019

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    Security, WordPress

    One of the weakest points of a WordPress website is the login. But with two-factor authentication, you can add an extra layer of security to that area. Here’s how.

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    How to secure your WordPress website

    December 20, 2019

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    Security, WordPress

    Website security is a pretty important topic these days, especially with all of the threats. And it’s even more important if you have a WordPress website. So here are some steps you can take to secure your website.

    Continue Reading: How to secure your WordPress website
  • woman looking at the StudioPress themes page on a laptop on a small green desk

    What to look for in a pre-built WordPress theme

    December 16, 2019

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    Digital Marketing, User Experience, Web Design, WordPress

    Pre-built WordPress themes are a great option if you’re short on time and money. But how do you find the one that will grow your business? Here are some guidelines to follow to help you make that right decision.

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    Where to find Gutenberg blocks for your website

    September 30, 2019

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    Gutenberg, WordPress

    With WordPress 5.0 came Gutenberg and block editing. Now, as you search for blocks to build your posts and pages, here are some good places to begin your search.

    Continue Reading: Where to find Gutenberg blocks for your website
  • Being careful with your blocks

    August 29, 2019

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    Gutenberg, Small Business, WordPress

    It’s almost been a year since the new Gutenberg editor was rolled into WordPress core. It’s led to an explosion of cool blocks. But you need to be careful when installing them.

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  • WordPress 5.2 welcome screen on a laptop sitting on a black couch

    Always stay up to date with WordPress Core

    August 26, 2019

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    Security, WordPress

    I’m always baffled when I run across a website that has a really old version of WordPress running. I know some people still aren’t on version 5.0 because of Gutenberg, but you still should stay updated for security and the newest features.

    Continue Reading: Always stay up to date with WordPress Core
  • Person frustrated with a WordPress website

    How to manage a WordPress website

    May 1, 2019

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    Small Business, Website Maintenance, WordPress

    It might seem easy right now to manage your WordPress website. But with threats and all of the updates, it can get pretty overwhelming. But here are some simple things you can do to properly manage your WordPress website.

    Continue Reading: How to manage a WordPress website
  • WordPress theme directory page on a laptop screen

    Navigating the WordPress theme landscape

    April 29, 2019

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    Small Business, Web Design, WordPress

    The WordPress theme landscape is just as cluttered as plugins. But a theme is arguably more important to your site than a plugin. So how do you wade through the themes to find the right one.

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  • The WordPress Plugin directory screen on a laptop

    How to navigate the WordPress plugin landscape

    April 26, 2019

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    Small Business, WordPress

    A situation with Pipdig showed the importance of selecting the right plugins and components for your website. So here’s how you can navigate the WordPress plugin landscape.

    Continue Reading: How to navigate the WordPress plugin landscape
  • accessibility entrance at a business

    How to make sure your WordPress site is accessible

    February 15, 2019

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    Accessibility, WordPress

    So you want to make your WordPress site accessible to everyone. Awesome. But it’s a pretty big undertaking. Here are the simple steps to achieve that goal.

    Continue Reading: How to make sure your WordPress site is accessible
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