If you’ve ever registered a domain, you most likely had to provide your contact information, including phone number, email, and home address. Unfortunately, this information isn’t private by default. If you don’t take certain measures to protect your details, it could lead to spam, cyberattacks, and data breaches. Fortunately, implementing domain privacy is relatively easy. There are WordPress hosting providers and domain registrars that offer this service. Taking the necessary steps to protect your domain can be an effective way to safeguard your personal information. In this post, we’ll discuss what domain privacy is and why it’s important. Then, we’ll […]
Press This: Word Around the Campfire November 2022
In this episode of PressThis, we cover the latest updates from WordPress core and the WordPress community. Listen now to hear updates about the recent 6.1 release, upcoming WordCamps, big changes to the Full Site Editor, and more.
Our special guests this week are Sam Munoz, a developer advocate at WP Engine, and Emily Schiola, the editor of TorqueMag.io. If you’re ready to keep up on developments in the WordPress Community, don’t miss this episode
How to Enable Maintenance Mode in WordPress
It’s normal for your website to undergo additional work once it’s been built. Perhaps you’re planning to redesign it, add more functionality, or switch to a new theme. However, this can mean that your visitors are greeted with a glitchy site. Fortunately, you can put your website into maintenance mode. This way, you can work on it in private while preserving your User Experience (UX). In this post, we’ll take a closer look at maintenance mode and discuss when you might use it. Then, we’ll show you how to enable it in WordPress. Let’s get started! When to Enable Maintenance […]
How to Add a Video Background in WordPress (3 Methods)
When a user visits your website, you only have a few moments to capture their attention. If your page isn’t engaging, they might lose interest and leave without interacting with your site. Fortunately, a video background can help you catch your visitors’ eye and make a great first impression. Using WordPress, there are various methods of accomplishing this without touching a line of code. For instance, you can use a simple Gutenberg block or a plugin. In this post, we’ll talk about how fullscreen video backgrounds can enhance the user experience (UX) of a website. Then, we’ll list some methods […]
Press This: Recession Proofing Your WordPress Business with Nev Harris
Agency owners always have a lot on their plates, but in times of economic uncertainty, they also take on the added stress of making it through leaner times. However, economic downturns can also be opportunities. In this episode of Press This, Nev Harris, an agency owner, consultant, and founder of NevHarris.com talks about some of the ways he helps agencies grow their revenue by better understanding their finances at a deeper level.
Press This: Don’t Be Scared, It’s Just Headless WordPress with Fran Agulto
In this episode of Press This, WP Engine Developer Advocate Fran Agulto dives into all things headless WordPress including the pros and cons it entails for rapid development and the way WordPress builders can expect to see headless intersect with Full Site Editing.
Press This: WordPress Halloween Horror Stories
Gather around the campfire as we tell you spooky stories about plugins gone wrong and other WordPress horror stories. Chris Weigman starts us off with the tale of the time he accidentally crashed 20,000 websites, then Derek Ashauer shares a tale involving custom ticket software and Blink182.
How Your WordPress Website Can Benefit From Visual Regression Testing
Testing visual elements on your website can offer valuable insights into your User Experience (UX). If you don’t check your site on a regular basis, you might overlook bugs and other design issues that could harm your business. Fortunately, you can easily troubleshoot your site with visual regression testing. This will help you identify any development changes that have impacted the User Interface (UI) on your website. This way, you can ensure that your site remains easy to use and navigate. In this post, we’ll explain what visual regression testing is and how your website can benefit from it. Then, […]
Press This: Is Your Site Ready for Cyber Weekend with Josh Dailey
Black Friday is coming, are you ready? In this episode, we’re sitting down with Josh Dailey from WP Engine to talk about last-minute tips and tricks to make sure your eCommerce site is ready for the biggest sales of the year.
How to Sell Digital Products in WordPress (In 3 Easy Steps)
Selling physical products online requires a lot of work behind the scenes. Shipping, storage, and inventory all take time and money to manage. Fortunately, digital products offer a great way to earn revenue without any hassle. If you’re looking to monetize your WordPress site, you can start selling downloadable content in a few simple steps. In this post, we’ll talk about the benefits of selling virtual goods online. Then, we’ll show you how to get started in three easy steps. Let’s dive right in! The Benefits of Selling Digital Products There are a lot of benefits to selling downloadable and […]
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