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Optimize Your Site With Great Deals During Web Week 2019

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Emily Schiola

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December 20, 2019

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Historically, the week between Christmas and New Years brings in the lowest traffic of the year. This makes it the perfect time to try out new things on your site without risking the loss of customers or upsetting readers. If something breaks, there are fewer eyes on it, giving you more freedom to experiment a little. Add some new plugins, fix something you’ve been putting off, or try out that design element you’ve been wanting to. Now is the time to make sure everything is running perfectly for the new year. To assist with these big changes, brands from around the WordPress […]

How to Avoid Dangerous WordPress Plugins

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Chris Andujar

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December 4, 2019

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One of the biggest advantages of WordPress is its vast directory of plugins. With thousands of plugins to choose from, you can customize your WordPress site and add new features with minimal coding and cost. Unfortunately, plugins are also the Achilles heel of WordPress. Outdated plugins and vulnerabilities continue to be the number one way that WordPress sites get hacked. The more plugins you have installed on your site, the more maintenance will be required – and the greater the risk of problems from theme breaks, plugin incompatibility, and site errors. Whether you are a WordPress developer or site owner, […]

5 Keys to Building an Effective WordPress Site for Your Business

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Tom Rankin

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Business

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November 21, 2019

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To be successful in today’s digital-first consumer landscape, your business needs a website. However, there’s more that goes into creating a powerful site than simply purchasing a domain name and a hosting plan. If you want to stand out among your competitors, capture the attention of your audience, and drive conversions and leads, there are some essential elements to consider. From its theme and plugins to its content and branding, being strategic about your site’s design and development can have a significant effect on its performance and, in turn, your return on investment. In this article, we’ll discuss how creating […]

5 Causes of a Slow WordPress Site (And How to Fix Them)

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Tom Rankin

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Development

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November 20, 2019

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Your site’s speed plays a major role in its performance, and therefore its success. WordPress sites with slow loading and response times are not only frustrating; they can also hurt your business. The trick lies in identifying the reason your site is dragging. It helps to narrow down the most common reasons for slow WordPress sites. Often, this problem can be attributed to poor-quality hosting or outdated systems. When you identify and resolve these key issues, you can increase site speed easily. In turn, you’ll be able to provide a better user experience and overall increase productivity. In this post, […]

4 Ways to Prepare a WordPress Website for Black Friday

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Tom Rankin

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Business

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November 18, 2019

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Black Friday is just around the corner, which means consumers are gearing up for some holiday shopping. E-commerce shopping rates are at their highest from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. If you don’t prepare your site, you may miss out on this surge in spending. This time of year is for giving thanks. As an e-commerce site manager, one of the best things to feel thankful for is a website that can handle a sudden spike in traffic, as well as any security threats. With the right maintenance and security preparation, you’ll be able to do both. In this post, […]

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