In this post, we’ll dive into what the terms website hosting and website builder mean in more detail, explain how they work together, and help you choose the best services and options for you based on your skills, budget, and long-term goals.

When I launched my first WordPress website, I wasn’t thinking about privacy laws. Like most beginners, I was focused on creating helpful content and getting more traffic. But times have changed. Now, I hear from many small business owners who are worried about data privacy.… Read More »
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Favicons are often overlooked when creating a website, but they can make a big impact on how polished your website feels. In this article, we’ll cover why you need a custom favicon, how to create one, and how to add it to your website.

A slow or complicated checkout process can quietly hurt your WooCommerce store’s sales. I’ve seen it happen many times: a customer adds something to their cart, gets all the way to checkout… and then leaves without buying anything. This is because even small delays or… Read More »
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For many small business owners, translating a website feels like a luxury they simply can’t afford. I know that feeling all too well. Here at WPBeginner, we’ve translated our site into multiple languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese. And in the early days, we learned… Read More »
The post How to Use AI to Translate Your Website (2 Easy Methods) first appeared on WPBeginner.

Have you ever clicked on an image on a website expecting it to zoom in, only to realize it doesn’t? It’s a small thing, but it can be surprisingly frustrating for your visitors. When people can click to enlarge an image—whether it’s a product photo,… Read More »
The post How to Enlarge Images Upon Click in WordPress (3 Easy Methods) first appeared on WPBeginner.

A friend reached out to me recently after discovering something alarming in their WordPress posts. They were using Yoast SEO Premium with the Classic Editor, and they found Yoast had been automatically inserting odd-looking CSS classes like ai-optimize-6, ai-optimize-9, directly into their content. The problem… Read More »
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A friend recently asked me, “Should I use WordPress or Django for my new website?” It’s a great question, and a common one. Choosing the right content management system (CMS) can shape your entire online experience. While WordPress has always been my go-to for building… Read More »
The post WordPress vs. Django CMS: Which Is Better for Your Website? first appeared on WPBeginner.

Couldn't make it to WordCamp Europe 2025? Don’t worry. While nothing beats the experience of actually being there, this post will give you a detailed summary of some of the most important and meaningful presentations held at the conference.

How Automattic teamed up with Out in Tech in May 2025 to build websites for LGBTQ+ nonprofits, amplifying their missions through tech and community support.

Learn how to start a book blog, build your readership, and share your favorite reads online with tips for setup, design, monetization, and more.

Just graduated? Build a personal website to stand out. Get 25% off select WordPress.com plans and a free custom domain. Offer ends June 16.

Celebrate AAPI voices with this curated list of standout AAPI bloggers on WordPress.com—from food and books to pop culture and personal storytelling.

Celebrate changemakers with the 2025 .ORG Impact Awards. Nominate a mission-driven .org—or get started with your own .org domain at WordPress.com.

A sudden drop in website traffic can be scary. This guide walks you through how to diagnose and fix the most common reasons for it.

Starting a travel blog allows you to share adventures, connect with travelers, and build a community through engaging content.

We believe in the open web and interoperability between online publishing platforms. That’s why we’re excited about the Fediverse and are committed to shipping features that improve the way your site connects to the open web. Today, we’re introducing Likes, Reposts, and the Fediverse Reactions block, building on our commitment …

Are you looking for a way to help improve WordPress security and potentially make a little money? A WordPress bug bounty program could be a great fit. It’s an opportunity for developers and “ethical hackers” to help identify potential WordPress vulnerabilities, improve security, and get… Read More »
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Are you struggling with a slow WordPress website? Long page loading times can annoy your visitors and can even hurt your search engine rankings. At WPBeginner, we work hard to make our website as fast as possible. While we sometimes find one serious issue affecting… Read More »
The post Why Is WordPress Slow? Learn How to Fix It with Our 11 Expert Tips first appeared on WPBeginner.

Before we set up our free video membership website, we researched a few different WordPress learning management system (LMS) plugins to see which one would best fit our needs. Among other options, we looked closely at both MemberPress Courses and LearnDash. In our opinion, MemberPress… Read More »
The post MemberPress Courses vs LearnDash: Which Is the Best WordPress Courses Plugin? first appeared on WPBeginner.

Using poorly coded plugins can hurt your WordPress performance, leading to slower loading times that frustrate your visitors. Unfortunately, understanding which plugins slow down your site can be tricky. Our website loads in less than one second, so you may not realize that we actually… Read More »
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Want to make your blogging life easier with just one tool? Start using an editorial calendar. Let us show you how.

With hundreds of total jobs completed and a 100% job success rate, Zac McDonald is one of the top-rated WordPress developers on Upwork, the leading job board for freelancers. He began working on passion projects and simple jobs with a quick turnaround. But today, he… Read More »
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Studio now offers a free Sync feature to effortlessly sync between local WordPress sites with WordPress.com.

Did you know that 72% of WordPress sites have experienced at least one security breach? Even more concerning, nearly half of these sites still don’t have a recovery plan in place! Here at WPBeginner, we’ve been tracking WordPress security trends and helping our users protect… Read More »
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Learn how to create your personal website with WordPress one step at a time. Pick a domain, customize the design, add features, and more.

If you run an eCommerce site and cater to customers in a certain region, then offering the right payment methods is super important. For online stores in Southeast Asia, accepting GrabPay payments can be a game changer. This digital wallet is growing in popularity in… Read More »
The post How to Set Up GrabPay Payments in WordPress (2 Easy Ways) first appeared on WPBeginner.

As WordPress experts who have helped thousands of website owners protect their website data, we know how important it is to have secure, accessible backups of your WordPress site. Many of our readers ask us about using Amazon Simple Storage Services (S3) for their WordPress… Read More »
The post How to Backup WordPress to Amazon S3 (Free + Paid Methods) first appeared on WPBeginner.

Simplify your development projects with a formalized web design process. Use our checklist and template to create your own blueprint.

Jetpack provides WordPress.com with tons of value. It makes sure your site performs well so you can build and create with confidence. But what exactly does Jetpack do and why should you care? Let’s look at just some of the ways Jetpack gives your WordPress.com site superpowers.  

Alt text is exactly what it sounds like—a description of an image that appears on the page. Simple, right? But there’s more to it than that. To write truly effective alt text, it’s important to understand why it matters, when an image needs an alt attribute (spoiler alert: not every image does!), and the best tools to help you make sure your images are covered.

Did you miss the State of the Word 2024 livestream? Watch the entire event, including keynote speeches, guest panels, and Q&A session with this video recap.

This January, we're challenging you to write about the turning of the year – from your experiences during 2024, to your hopes, dreams, and goals for 2025, to everything that’s in between. We can't wait to read what you come up with!

If you’re looking for a reliable way to back up your WordPress site to OneDrive, then you’re in luck. We know a lot of our readers are Microsoft Windows users, so we’ve done the research and found 2 easy ways to back up WordPress to… Read More »
The post How to Backup WordPress to OneDrive (Free + Paid Options) first appeared on WPBeginner.

In this article, we’ll explore how we can leverage WordPress in order to power a central API for projects like phone apps, browser extensions, or the frontends of other WordPress sites.