1. Audit Your Current Plugins and Themes Assess Your Plugins First things first, let’s dive into the plugins you’re using. While plugins can add some real zing to your site, too many can bog it down. I like to go through my WordPress dashboard and look at each plugin. Ask yourself, do I really need […]
Optimize Your Database Regularly Understanding the Database Clean-up You might not realize it, but your WordPress database is like a messy closet. Over time, it collects unused data — think old post revisions, spam comments, and even those drafts you forgot about. Just like organizing your closet can help you find things faster, cleaning up […]
Regular Backups Why Backups Matter Let me start by telling you, backups are like insurance for your website. Just like you wouldn’t want to drive without car insurance, you shouldn’t run a site without backups. One day, you might wake up to a hacked site or a server crash, and trust me, you’ll wish you […]
1. Choose the Right Format for Your Images Understanding Image Formats When it comes to web images, the format you choose can make a massive difference in quality and speed. JPEGs are my go-to for photographs because they balance quality with compression like a champ. PNGs are better for images that need transparency, but they […]
Regular Updates Can Work Wonders Understanding the Importance of Updates Imagine you’ve got a great restaurant, but if your menu hasn’t changed since the 90s, people might forget about you. The same goes for WordPress sites. Keeping your themes, plugins, and WordPress version updated is just like refreshing that menu. It shows visitors, as well […]
Hey there! Today, I’m diving into something that I think is super important for anyone running a WordPress site. We’re going to talk about fixing broken links and how doing so can seriously boost your SEO. Trust me, I’ve been there, and I know how frustrating it can be to stumble upon those pesky 404 […]