Keeping your WordPress website safe is very important. One of the best ways to do this is by using the latest security updates. Over the last 16+ years, we have seen how important these updates are for protecting websites against malware attacks, hackers, and other… Read More »
With the growing number of domain extensions available, beginners often wonder if they should choose one of these newer options for their website. Domain registrars frequently promote these new extensions, making it tempting to stray from the traditional dot-com option. Beyond the popular dot-com extension,… Read More »
Once you have installed WordPress, there are still quite a few things you need to do to properly set up and launch your website. Over the years, we’ve helped thousands of users get started with WordPress. We’ve learned that you’ll need to do a variety… Read More »
Starting an online business doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Whether you’re looking to earn extra income on the side or launch a full-time venture, there are plenty of affordable and straightforward options available. Across our 16+ years of making money from blogging, selling… Read More »
Building websites for over a decade now has taught me lots of important lessons. One of the biggest has been that getting the right domain from a good registrar is super important! I’ve used Domain.com, Bluehost, and Hostinger for domains, and they’ve always worked well… Read More »
Are you looking to get your WordPress site listed on Google? Being the largest search engine in the world, Google is quite good at automatically detecting and listing new websites. However, sometimes, it may not list your website right away. Since Google is the biggest… Read More »
The GDPR, short for General Data Protection Regulation, is a European Union law that protects users’ privacy when using websites. We’ve received dozens of emails from users asking us to explain the GDPR in plain English and share tips on how to make your WordPress… Read More »
Do you want to add an image to a sidebar widget in WordPress? By default, WordPress makes it easy to upload and add images anywhere on your website. You can add them to sidebar widgets just as easily as you can to pages or blog… Read More »
At WPBeginner, we’re often asked by users whether they should install a WordPress plugin or add code to their theme’s functions.php file. On one hand, plugins offer a quick and easy solution, often without writing a single line of code. However, installing dozens of single-use… Read More »
Affiliate marketing is an exciting way to earn money online, but it can feel overwhelming for beginners. Many new marketers struggle to understand how it all works and how to start effectively. At WPBeginner, we use ThirstyAffiliates to manage our links, while some of our… Read More »