At the base of the WordPress system is the theme. Themes not only provide the visual design for a WordPress site, but also much of the base functionality and utility. Fresh installations of WordPress come with a default theme named after the current year, and these default themes provide a decent amount of customization and […]
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Do you know the difference between DoS vs DDoS? If the answer is no, then you are probably not protected from these cyber attacks. If the answer is yes, you may still not be protected (and you need to be protected). As a WordPress administrator, both Denial of Service (DoS) attacks and Distributed Denial of […]
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We’re living in the digital era when most things happen online. This is inevitable because technology is part of our lives, especially if we’re working eight hours a day from a computer. But it turns out to be a real threat to our general wellness when...

WordPress 5.7.2 is now available. This security release features one security fix. Because this is a security release, it is recommended that you update your sites immediately. All versions since WordPress 3.7 have also been updated. WordPress 5.7.2 is a short-cycle security release. The next major release will be version 5.8. You can update to […]

We are on the threshold of the biggest release in the history of iThemes Security Pro! Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes, update to get the change. To help get you ready for this epic update, we’re sharing a sneak peek of some of the new stuff coming in iThemes Security Pro 7.0 to help you secure and protect all […]
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Vulnerable plugins and themes are the #1 reason WordPress websites get hacked. This report covers recent WordPress plugin, theme, and core vulnerabilities and what to do if you run one of the vulnerable plugins or themes on your website. Each vulnerability includes a severity rating of Low, Medium, High, or Critical. Responsible disclosure and reporting of vulnerabilities is an […]
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I love Squarespace. It doesn’t matter what you want to build right now – whether it’s an eCommerce store or a website for your band – what’s important is that once you know how to use Squarespace, you know how to make a website for practically anything...

Following the recent statement by WordPress’s co-founder Matt Mullenweg and the Creative Commons CEO, Catherine Stihler’s post, I’m happy to formally announce that CC Search is now part of the WordPress open source project, newly coined Openverse. Both Matt and I are long-time supporters of Creative Commons. I hope that this will provide a long-term, […]

If you’ve found yourself trying to puzzle out the differences between Wix vs Squarespace, you’re not alone. Each is a strong competitor with impressive features. However, your needs are unique to your site. Therefore, you’ll want to be fully familiar w...

Discover Fike Komala‘s story of using #WordPress to enjoy a remote working career across the globe in this month’s People of WordPress feature. #Indonesia

Monday Motivation: “It isn’t the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out. It’s the pebble in your shoe.” – anonymous Do you struggle to reach your goals? Every year, millions of people set big goals for the New Year. Every year, before the end of the first month, millions of goals lie scattered and […]
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In this episode, Josepha is joined by the co-founder and project lead of WordPress, Matt Mullenweg. Tune in to hear Matt and Josepha discuss the relaunch of CC Search (Openverse) in WordPress and the facets of the open source ecosystem. 

Not sure which Shopify pricing plan is right for you? In this article, we’ll explain the Shopify plans and help you choose the option that’s right for your current needs.
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Are you trying to fix the invalid JSON error in WordPress? This error appears when editing WordPress posts or pages on your website. You’ll see a message saying ‘The response is not a valid JSON response’ and updating that page would fail. In this article,… Read More »
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Do you struggle with getting it done? Has your to-do list grown its own to-do list? Are your plates spinning out of control? Did you get tired just thinking about the questions above? We live in a merry-go-round world of 24/7 constant go. Too often, we plan our lives with the same mindset. More means […]
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If you’re publishing high-quality blog content, you’re already off to a great start in terms of online marketing. However, many factors will determine your success, such as knowing the best time to post a blog.
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The WordPress REST API is changing the way things get done on WordPress. While much of what’s changing has gone unnoticed because it’s “under the hood,” the implications of the WordPress REST API are shaping the future of WordPress. In fact, it’s not an exaggeration to say that the future of WordPress will be forever […]
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Trying to choose between Substack vs Ghost for your blog and/or newsletter? If you’re a writer looking to build your own audience, these two platforms, along with WordPress, are some of the most popular options available.
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Vulnerable plugins and themes are the #1 reason WordPress websites get hacked. This report covers recent WordPress plugin, theme, and core vulnerabilities and what to do if you run one of the vulnerable plugins or themes on your website. Each vulnerability will have a severity rating of Low, Medium, High, or Critical. The severity ratings are based on the Common […]
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When it comes to optimizing and properly marketing a website, few things are as valuable as knowing your audience and how they interact with your content. This information can inform nearly every business decision you make. That’s why it’s a smart idea...

If you’re serious about your website’s security, then it’s time to learn about the dangers of SQL injections and how you can combat them. The term SQL injection (also called SQLi) refers to a type of cyberattack technique that is a common way for hackers to compromise websites of all kinds, including sites that run […]
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As WordPress grows, both in usage as a CMS and in participation as a community, it’s important for us to shed the idea that software creation is only about what literally can be done to code or what literally can be done to core or what literally can be done to the CMS.  That was […]

The opening of WP Engine’s Limerick, Ireland office in 2016 represented a significant expansion of our customer support and engineering capabilities across Europe, while at the same time, it served as the spark for something much more local. The ...

We’re talking with one of the most popular and present names in the WordPress community – Tammie Lister. She loves web design and open source. She’s been one of the long-time WordPress contributors, and her work has had a big impact on WordPress as we’...

Motivation Monday: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” – Martin Luther King Jr. Do you think about what you have done for them lately? How much of your day is invested in finding ways to be doing for others? Are you tangled in the worry of what others can […]
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Hey Divi Nation! Thank you for joining us for another episode of Divi Creator Showcase, where we interview a Divi Creator from our Marketplace–learning all about their story, products, and ongoing journey as part of the Divi Community. Today I am joined by Divi Creator Daniel of Superfly. He’s the creator of Divi Background Plus […]
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Do you want to know the secret to business success? Building a successful requires resources, focus, and determination, but that’s not the secret. Building a profitable business requires a plan and steps to reach the plan (because you have to know where you want to go and then you have to go there), but that’s […]
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