Tag: best practices
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From blog to brand: How WordPress creators can grow a list and monetize with email
You’ve built your blog. Maybe you’re getting some traffic. You’ve published consistently. But something’s still missing: Revenue. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. The truth is, blogging alone rarely pays the bills. But that doesn’t mean it can’t — it just means you need to go one step further: turning casual readers into subscribers, and subscribers…
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A Beginner’s Guide to WordPress Shortcodes
Looking to add some slick features to your WordPress site but don’t want to wrestle code? Good news! That’s where shortcodes come in, little gems like or [contact-form] tucked in square brackets. These simple bracketed commands enable site owners to add complex functionality. They’ve served millions of WordPress sites since version 2.5 by providing a…
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Editing Code Directly in WordPress: A Guide to HTML, CSS, and a Touch of PHP
Have you ever wanted to tweak your WordPress site just a bit, like change a button’s color or adjust a page’s layout? WordPress is great for building sites without coding, thanks to its easy dashboard and endless themes and plugins. But sometimes, to get things just right, you need to roll up your sleeves and…
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Why should I avoid free WordPress hosting?
Free WordPress hosting. It’s tempting, right? You’re just starting out, maybe testing an idea or building your first blog. Why spend money when you can get hosting for zero dollars? Here’s the thing though, countless website owners learn this lesson the hard way. That “free” hosting ends up costing way more than you’d think. Let’s…
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How Your Hosting Provider Impacts Your WordPress Site’s Performance
Your WordPress site is slow. You know it, your visitors know it, and Google definitely knows it. But here’s what might surprise you, the problem probably isn’t your theme or that plugin you installed last month. It’s your hosting. Most people treat hosting like a utility bill. Something you pay and forget about. That’s a…
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7 Things You’re Doing Wrong to Optimize Your WordPress Site
Is your WordPress site feeling sluggish? Slow load times or high bounce rates can signal issues you might not even realize you’re causing. You’re not alone. Many site owners unknowingly make mistakes that drag down performance. But don’t worry, fixing them can lead to much needed transformations, turning your site into a fast, user-friendly experience.…
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Unpacking the Headless WordPress Approach
Headless WordPress is shaking things up, and Pagely’s here to help you jump on board. It splits the backend (where you handle your content) from the frontend (where people see it). That means more speed, flexibility, and security for your site. Let’s break it down and see why this matters, and how Pagely can make…
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7 Helpful WordPress Plugins for Your New Website
WordPress powers countless websites, from personal blogs to bustling eCommerce stores, thanks to its incredible flexibility. Of course, WordPress plugins play a huge role in this, letting you add features without diving into code. But with over 59,000 options in the WordPress repository, picking the right ones can feel overwhelming. Too many plugins slow your…
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How to Captivate Visitors with a Calmer Color Palette on Your WordPress Site
Your website’s design is more than just a pretty face, it’s the handshake that greets every visitor. These days users decide in seconds whether to stay or bounce, good design isn’t optional. Calmer color palettes (soft pastels, muted earth tones, and gentle neutrals) have emerged as a refreshing trend. These hues evoke tranquility, like a…
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Should WordPress Site Owners Be Using AMP in 2025?
It’s a question that still surfaces in WordPress communities, support forums, and hosting consultations: should site owners still be implementing Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) in 2025? The answer requires understanding how dramatically the landscape has shifted since Google’s AMP framework first gained traction nearly a decade ago. What Is AMP, and Why Did It Matter? AMP…