Category: Wordpress Essentials
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Migrating WordPress? Here’s How to Protect Your Traffic
Switching your WordPress site to a new host or domain doesn’t have to mean losing traffic or stressing out. Think of it like relocating to a new home, you want everything to arrive intact, from your furniture to your favorite mug. For your website, that means preserving your SEO rankings, data, and visitor experience. Whether…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Custom Gutenberg Block Development
Getting started with building Gutenberg blocks and Gutenberg apps can feel like climbing a steep hill — and you’re not alone in thinking that. One of the biggest challenges in Gutenberg development is setting up the development environment. From installing the right tools to configuring everything properly, the process can be overwhelming — especially if…
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SFTP Basics, Intermediate, and a Start at Advanced
Managing a website often requires moving files to and from your server—whether it’s uploading fresh content, downloading backups, or tweaking configurations. While hosting panels provide some file management tools, they can feel restrictive. That’s where file transfer protocols like SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) shine. In this post, we’ll explore SFTP from the ground up,…
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5 Thumb Rules for Creating a Top-Working WordPress Site
Success in any field relies on time-tested rules of thumb. These simple yet powerful principles help us make smart decisions efficiently. In the world of WordPress, following proven guidelines can mean the difference between a slow, underperforming site and a fast, optimized, and user-friendly experience. At WDEVS, we’ve been sticking to some tried-and-true ones for…
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Designing Distraction-Free WordPress Sites
The internet is a double-edged sword—while it streamlines countless aspects of our lives, the sheer volume of time we spend online can take a toll. Recent data from eMarketer revealed U.S. adults now average over eight hours online daily, a habit intensified by shifts in work and social patterns since 2020. This constant connectivity, though…
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10 WooCommerce Dropshipping Plugins to Elevate Your Store
Dropshipping has transformed the eCommerce landscape, offering a low-risk way to start an online business without the hassle of managing inventory. For those using WooCommerce—a powerful, customizable platform built on WordPress—dropshipping becomes even more accessible with the right tools. While WooCommerce itself doesn’t include built-in dropshipping features, a variety of plugins can seamlessly add this…
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WordPress Posts vs. Pages: A Quick Guide to Understanding the Difference
If you’re new to WordPress, you’ve likely stumbled across a question that puzzles many beginners: what’s the difference between posts and pages? At first glance, they might seem interchangeable—both let you add text, images, and other content to your site. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll find they serve distinct purposes. Knowing how to…
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Explore .htaccess SEO Capabilities for Your WordPress Site
Have you ever wondered how to give your WordPress site an extra edge in the search engine rankings? If so, let’s talk about a hidden gem that often flies under the radar: the .htaccess file. This small but mighty configuration file can transform how your site interacts with its server, boosting everything from security to…
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Working With WordPress Widgets in 2025
WordPress widgets are one of the platform’s most powerful features—allowing you to add extra content and functionality to your site without touching a single line of code. In this post, we’ll explore what widgets are, the evolution from classic to block-based widgets, how to find and install them, and practical examples of their applications. What…
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WordPress Forms: How to Create, Customize, and Optimize in 2025
Imagine losing 30% of potential customers just because your form loads too slowly or asks for too much information. Forms are more than just a way to collect data—they’re a powerful tool for conversions, engagement, and business growth when optimized correctly. Whether you’re running a business website, a membership site, or an eCommerce store, having…