Are you looking to simplify your WordPress website? Perhaps you’re finding your dynamic website too slow, or maybe you’ve realized there’s a lot of the back end you don’t need. To resolve those issues, you can generate a static version of your website. This can help boost its performance and security. Although we wouldn’t recommend static sites for every use case, they can be a great option for small websites that don’t need updating often.  In this post, we’ll start by discussing the differences between static and dynamic websites. Then we’ll show you three ways to build a static WordPress […]

Serving your website over a secure connection is important for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and data protection. That’s why it’s a good idea to configure your site to use HTTP/2. However, figuring out how to go about it can be tricky. The good news is that you can complete the process in a few simple steps. You’ll need to check whether your server currently supports the latest HTTP protocol, then run a few commands to enable it (assuming your service provider hasn’t already done so). In this post, we’ll explain what HTTP/2 is and its benefits. Then, we’ll discuss how […]

Local WordPress environments are perfect for developing new projects, testing updates, and debugging sites. Depending on which type of local environment you use, you might even get access to debugging tools that your web host doesn’t provide. However, you may not know how to use them effectively if you’re just getting started. Free options like Local offer useful resources that can enable you to troubleshoot your WordPress website. It gives you access to tools for testing outbound email functionality, live reloading, and even a link checker. In this article, we’ll explain why you may want to use a local environment […]

Creating a unique WordPress-based website can be a time-consuming process. If you are a web developer with dozens of clients, you’ll repeatedly be undertaking the same tasks. As a freelancer, this precious time could be better used elsewhere. One solution to this problem is Local, formerly known as Local by Flywheel. This is a tool that streamlines your offline WordPress development workflows. While plenty of other solutions do this, Local is particularly easy to use, and offers many time-saving features. Best of all, it’s completely free. In this post, we’ll explain what Local is and discuss its advantages for freelance […]

According to a recent survey, 28 percent of small businesses don’t have a website. Additionally, many companies take months, even years, to get their sites up and running. As a business owner, you know that time is money. Therefore, when it comes to creating your website, you don’t want to waste any time setting it up. Thanks to Local, you can create and publish a WordPress website with ease. In just a few clicks, you can have a beautiful and responsive website that showcases your products and services to the world.  In this post, we’ll take a closer look at […]

In most cases, you want as many people as possible to visit your website. However, you can also create a “local” site that only you and other users within your network can access. Local WordPress sites are amazing tools for development and testing, and best of all, they’re free to use. A local WordPress website works just like any regular installation. You can install plugins and themes, access the site’s core files, and edit its code. However, since you’re using a local environment, the website should instantly load. In this article, we’ll discuss when it makes sense to use a […]

If you’re a WordPress developer, you’re probably looking to set up a local development environment where you can test your changes before pushing them to your live site. However, you might not know the best way to go about it. There are a few different ways to move a live WordPress site to a local environment. The best option will likely depend on your experience level, and the migration process might only take a few minutes. In this post, we’ll discuss why you may want to move a live website to a staging environment. Then, we’ll share two different ways […]