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.

We’ve seen the ‘Cookies are blocked due to unexpected output’ error many times while helping WordPress users troubleshoot their websites. It’s a common issue that can prevent you from logging in or accessing your WordPress dashboard, leaving you stuck at the worst possible time. This… Read More »
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Over the past 16+ years of running online businesses, we’ve experimented with a lot of different payment processors. Although we accept most of our payments through Stripe and PayPal, we’ve also had a look at other popular options like Square. Square is a great option… Read More »
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Every great journey starts with a single step—and yours starts today.

Bringing back a frosty feature (plus more improvements for WordPress.com users).

Another month, another batch of fresh themes for WordPress.com users.

WordPress.com offers a defensive mode to combat spam bots and DDoS attacks, enhancing site security through proof-of-work challenges for legitimate visitors.

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Go beyond contact forms with these six ideas.

Embrace the festive season by refreshing your website with vibrant color palettes and themes.

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Running into errors while managing your WordPress site can be frustrating, especially when you’re not sure what’s causing them. The WordPress admin Ajax 400 (Bad Request) is one of these common and confusing errors. In our experience, it mainly happens when a code snippet triggers… Read More »
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Starting an eCommerce business can help you make money online, but choosing the right niche is important for success. Finding profitable eCommerce business ideas that meet current market demands and match your interests can give you a competitive edge and boost your site growth. Over… Read More »
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If you’ve noticed that your website’s navigation menu appears underneath the WordPress admin bar, then you’re not alone. This is a common issue, and we have seen it on many websites. This issue can be frustrating, especially when it hides parts of your menu or… Read More »
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A recipe plugin is crucial for food blogs, enhancing site SEO, boosting reader experience, and adding structured data for search engines like Google.

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Have you ever wondered why your favorite recipe blog posts look like that?

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If your business has a physical location, then you’ll need to make it easy for customers to find you. Adding a store locator to your website provides a convenient way for people to search for nearby stores, view their locations on a map, and get… Read More »
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Work smarter, not harder.

Many of our readers have asked us if we can recommend any online form builders to simplify their workflows. After 15+ years of running websites on different platforms, we understand the importance of having user-friendly form builders that allow you to make contact forms, payment… Read More »
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Ian Stewart will lead customer experience at WordPress.com, utilizing his 14 years of experience on the WordPress.com team and a passion for themes.

PHP is a vital, open source scripting language that powers WordPress and many major websites across the internet.

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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 »
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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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