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February

The Hidden Costs of Neglecting Your WordPress Maintenance: How to Save Money with Regular WordPress Website Maintenance

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
23 minute read — No Comments
Keeping your WordPress website secure, up-to-date, and running optimally requires performing essential maintenance tasks regularly. Neglecting them can lead to severe security risks and expensive repairs. Don't take the risk! You must update WordPress core files, themes, and plugins, optimize databases, and back up website data frequently. If you're not technically inclined, enlisting an affordable and reliable WordPress maintenance service provider can save you time, money, and hassle. Protect your online presence and keep up with the latest technology trends by investing in your WordPress website maintenance today. In my latest article, learn the essential tasks and how to find an affordable, reliable WordPress maintenance service provider.
The Hidden Costs of Neglecting Your WordPress Maintenance
10
February

Unleash the Potential of Your Website: A Guide to Effortless Database Optimization for WordPress

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
10 minute read — No Comments
Do you crave speed, efficiency, and the ultimate user experience? In this article we delve into the mysteries of WordPress database optimization, unraveling its intricacies, exposing its benefits, and illuminating the path to a superior website. From explaining what it is and why it matters to showcasing the best plugins, such as WP-Optimize, WP-DB Manager, WP-Sweep, and WP-Rocket, this article empowers you with the knowledge to revolutionize your website's performance. So, brace yourself, take the leap, and join me on a journey to achieve the ultimate website experience with database optimization for WordPress!
Database Optimization for WordPress
8
February

Don't Let Hackers Win: Essential Measures to Secure Your WordPress Site

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
9 minute read — No Comments
Securing your WordPress website is a critical concern in today's digital age. As WordPress grows in popularity, so does the likelihood of cyber-attacks and security breaches. But fret not! You can safeguard your online presence and secure sensitive information by utilizing the appropriate security plugins and adhering to established best practices. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the top security plugins for WordPress, offering invaluable advice from experts on how to guard against malicious attacks. From strengthening your website's defenses to employing intricate passwords, this article has everything you need to know to maintain the security of your WordPress website.
Essential Measures to Secure Your WordPress Site
27
January

To WordPress-Specific or not to WordPress-Specific: Weighing the Pros and Cons of WordPress Website Hosting

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
6 minute read — No Comments
Choosing a hosting provider is one of the most important decisions when building a website. And if you're using the popular content management system WordPress, you may wonder whether to use a WordPress-specific hosting option or a more generic provider. In this article, we'll explore the pros and cons of WordPress-specific hosting so you can […]
To WordPress-Specific or not to WordPress-Specific: Weighing the Pros and Cons of WordPress Website Hosting
10
January

Don't Lose Your Bloggin' Mojo: Backup WordPress Quickly and Easily

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
12 minute read — No Comments
Discover the importance of backing up your WordPress blog and learn how to do it quickly and easily. This article covers different backup options, including using a plugin or manually, different types of backups, and storage options for protecting your website. Get tips for troubleshooting common issues and learn how to restore your website in an emergency. Protect your website and ensure it's always available with regular backups.
Don't Lose Your Bloggin' Mojo: Backup WordPress Quickly and Easily
8
January

Theme Detective — How to Figure out What Theme a WordPress Website is Using

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
4 minute read — No Comments
This article discusses various methods for identifying the theme of a WordPress website. Understanding the theme can give insights into the website's design and functionality and help troubleshoot issues or find theme-specific solutions and support. In addition, the article explains how to inspect the website's source code, use a theme detector tool, and look for code libraries commonly used by popular themes as a last resort. Using the methods outlined in this article, one can gain valuable insights into the website's design and functionality and make an informed decision.
Theme Detective — How to Figure out What Theme a WordPress Website is Using
7
January

Troubleshooting 101: Solving Common WordPress Problems

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
14 minute read — No Comments
This guide provides an in-depth look at common WordPress issues such as the white screen of death, internal server errors, errors establishing a database connection, login issues, and slow loading times. It offers solutions for resolving these issues and tips for preventing them. The guide also explains how to enable debugging in WordPress, use log files and restore from backups to troubleshoot problems. It is a valuable resource for beginners and experienced WordPress users who want to keep their websites running smoothly and provide a better user experience for their visitors.
Troubleshooting 101: Solving Common WordPress Problems
3
January

The Beginner's Guide to WordPress: How to Set Up and Customize Your Website in No Time

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
17 minute read — No Comments
This beginner's guide to WordPress website creation walks you through setting up and customizing a WordPress site. From registering a domain name to choosing a hosting provider, the guide covers all the basics of creating and managing a website using WordPress. One of the main benefits of WordPress is its user-friendliness and versatility - making it a popular choice for small business owners, artists, bloggers, and more. In addition, the guide also covers tips for selecting a theme, creating content, using the text editor, installing and activating plugins, and maintaining security and updates. With this guide, you'll have all the information you need to create a fully functioning WordPress site and continue building and expanding it.
The Beginner's Guide to WordPress: How to Set Up and Customize Your Website in No Time
2
January

5 Shocking Ways Hackers Can Break Into Your WordPress Site (And How to Stop Them)

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
8 minute read — No Comments
As a WordPress user, your website is a valuable asset that serves as a platform for sharing your ideas, products, or services with the world and as a reflection of your brand and a source of income for your business. Unfortunately, WordPress sites are a prime target for hackers who use various tactics to gain access to your site, steal your data, or deface your content. This is why it's essential to keep your WordPress site secure. In this article, we'll reveal five shocking ways hackers can break into your WordPress site, and more importantly, we'll show you how to stop them. By following best practices and using the right tools, you can significantly reduce the risk of a security breach and protect your site from harm.
5 Shocking Ways Hackers Can Break Into Your WordPress Site (And How to Stop Them)
1
January

Web Hosting Options Demystified: A Guide to Shared, VPS, Dedicated, and SaaS Builders

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
16 minute read — No Comments
Web hosting is an essential aspect of building and maintaining a website. Understanding the different types of web hosting, including shared, VPS, dedicated, and SaaS website builders, can help you decide which is the best fit for your website's needs and budget. In this article, we dive into the features and capabilities of each type of web hosting and explain the benefits and drawbacks of each so that you can make an informed choice. From the most basic and affordable option, shared web hosting, to the most powerful and expensive option, dedicated web hosting, and even the possibility that requires no technical knowledge, SaaS website builder, this article will help you to understand which one is the perfect match for you.
Web Hosting Options Demystified: A Guide to Shared, VPS, Dedicated, and SaaS Builders
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