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At WPBeginner, we use SEO reports as health checklists for our websites. They tell us at a glance how well our sites are doing and what we need to do to rank higher. When you create an SEO report, you generate an actionable list of… Read More »
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Creating and selling digital products is a great way to earn passive income and share your expertise with a global audience. But you’ll need the right tools to make it happen. Otherwise, you might waste time and money on complicated systems that don’t deliver results.… Read More »
The post 14 Tools for Creating and Selling Digital Products (Expert Pick) first appeared on WPBeginner.

Where we've been and where we're going.

Starting a new online store can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before. There are a lot of things to keep track of, from choosing the right eCommerce software to promoting your products. However, following an eCommerce launch checklist ensures that you don’t… Read More »
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"We can really be dangerous if we want, without being too afraid of it."

To build or not to build with code? That’s the big question for many aspiring website creators. We’ve tested tons of ways to build a website to help our audience at WPBeginner. Since many of our readers are just starting out, we think we’re in… Read More »
The post Website Builder vs Manual Coding: Which Is Better? first appeared on WPBeginner.

Forms are important for any WordPress website because they allow you to connect with your visitors and collect their contact information. But sometimes, they can stop working, which can hurt the user experience and stop you from gathering essential data. Luckily, there are several ways… Read More »
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There are no secrets about how PostSecret handles millions of visitors.

"Let me know where you get your magic pixie dust from!"

Do you find yourself reading and watching content about your next potential purchase before actually buying it? This is just one of the many ways content marketing has shaped our daily lives. From social media and podcasts to SEO and video marketing, content marketing is… Read More »
The post 100+ Content Marketing Trends for 2024 — What’s Hot and What’s Not first appeared on WPBeginner.

Selling event tickets online is vital to promoting and managing events. Luckily, WordPress is a powerful platform that offers you the flexibility and customization features to sell tickets easily. Using different plugins, you can offer users a smooth ticket booking and purchasing process. That said,… Read More »
The post How to Sell Event Tickets Using WordPress (4 Easy Methods) first appeared on WPBeginner.

Four of our favorite new themes.

Many of our readers ask us if we recommend WPForms, Contact Form 7, or another WordPress form builder plugin. We’ve used both of these contact form plugins over the years, so we know that it can be tricky to pick the right option for your… Read More »
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Let's bring back commenting.

Many visitors to food blogs are looking for the recipe instructions quickly, and a Jump to Recipe button can help them get there in just one click. This can be a great way to improve the user experience on your WordPress website. Here at WPBeginner,… Read More »
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Let’s face it: a generic contact form won’t be the most exciting thing your users see today. People crave engaging, personalized experiences. That’s where interactive lead generation comes in. It can transform how you connect with your audience and build valuable relationships. Think about it.… Read More »
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Many website owners struggle to collect user input without overwhelming those users with lengthy forms. Dropdown fields make forms simpler by presenting a concise list of options. This means that they could boost your form completion rate and improve the user experience. In this article,… Read More »
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In this post, we share the strategies and techniques we've implemented to ensure our Electron-based Studio app runs smoothly, delivering a high-performance user experience.

Social media has become unruly and hard to navigate. (An understatement, we know.) How can the fediverse make social media fun again? Tune in.

Our special projects team was eager to build Beeper a new blogging home. Here's the beautiful result.

For a limited time, we’ll move your existing WordPress site from any host to WordPress.com for free. 

Launching a WordPress website is exciting, but many users don’t realize the behind-the-scenes work that keeps it running smoothly. That’s why a lot of people wonder whether they should do WordPress maintenance themselves, pay for a maintenance service, or pick managed hosting instead. Our experience… Read More »
The post WordPress Maintenance vs Managed Hosting – Which Is Better? first appeared on WPBeginner.

Doc Pop and Evan Prodromou discuss the past, present, and future of ActivityPub and the fediverse.

Maintaining a WordPress site is important to ensure its security, performance, and overall health, but it can be time-consuming. That’s why one of the most common questions that beginners ask is: how long does WordPress maintenance take? We’ve been helping users maintain their WordPress sites… Read More »
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Seven things every WordPress user should know about Gravatar

Every website owner I’ve met is incredibly busy creating amazing content, building their brand, and engaging with their audience. They all struggle to find time to work on their site’s SEO. In fact, one of my clients told me that he wished he had a… Read More »
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From the team at Jetpack AI comes a new tool that will improve your writing in a flash.

WordPress maintenance is just like mowing your lawn. You could spend the time and effort doing it yourself, but paying a professional will usually get you better results and leave you free to focus on other things. In our experience with using WordPress maintenance services,… Read More »
The post WordPress Maintenance Costs – How Much Should You Pay? first appeared on WPBeginner.

Have you heard the term "fediverse" and wondered what the heck it is? Doc Pop is here to explain. And no, it's not a cheese pun.

Building an online community is a powerful way to engage with your audience, foster meaningful interactions, and drive long-term loyalty. Whether you’re looking to create a social space for your customers, a forum for like-minded individuals, or a support network for your products and services,… Read More »
The post 12 Best Online Community Platforms in 2024 (Pros and Cons) first appeared on WPBeginner.

When you are managing your WordPress website, there’s nothing quite as frustrating as seeing it stuck in maintenance mode. This can be particularly alarming if you are in the middle of a crucial update or expecting heavy traffic. Maintenance mode can be caused by many… Read More »
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