Managing URLs can be a tricky business, especially when rebranding or renaming pages. In this comprehensive guide, I delve into how to effectively use the WordPress “Redirection” plugin by John Godley. From adding new redirections to managing 404 errors, this article covers all you need to know to keep your URLs clean and functional.
Web Development
Duck Duck Go SEO Challenges & Web Search Intricacies
Dive into the intricacies of Duck Duck Go, a search engine prioritizing user privacy. Discover the challenges businesses face in ranking on DDG and the importance of strategic SEO practices. Learn from real-life interactions between CharlesWorks Support and a local business striving for online visibility.
Web Development Security: Personal Plugins and Themes Experience
In the vast world of web development, plugins and themes offer incredible functionality and design enhancements. However, they also present security challenges. Drawing from over twenty-five years in the industry, Charles from CharlesWorks shares personal experiences and insights on navigating these challenges, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and informed decision-making. Dive into this article to learn valuable tips on ensuring website security and making informed choices in the realm of plugins and themes.
Understanding WordPress’s xmlrpc.php File and Navigating Potential Misuse
This article dives into the potential misuse of WordPress’s xmlrpc.php file, a feature that allows for remote procedure calls. While it can be handy for various tasks, it can also be exploited for malicious purposes. The piece further discusses how to protect your site, including the option to disable the feature if not in use, and how to respond to possible “bug bounty” phishing requests related to this feature.
The Web Development Maze: Family or Friends vs Professionals
This article explores the decision-making process when it comes to website design and development – hiring a professional web developer or relying on a tech-savvy family member or friend. It discusses the pros and cons of each option, considering factors like technical proficiency, project timeline, work quality, relationship dynamics, and future support. The piece emphasizes the importance of careful consideration in choosing the right path for web development.
SEO Fundamentals for Small Business Owners in the Yarn, Thread, and Fabric Industries
Search engine optimization (SEO) is crucial for small business owners looking to increase their online visibility and attract more customers. In the yarn, thread, and fabric industries, a strong online presence can significantly boost sales and help businesses grow....
Unlock the Secrets: Effortlessly Prevent Caching on Specific WordPress Pages for Lightning-Fast Performance!
Caching can greatly speed up the browsing experience for your site visitors. Besides improving the browsing experience, this can increase the site's search engine standing. However, caching can sometimes cause issues with forms. In those cases, you might want to...
Solving Database Hard-Coded Addressing Issues When Moving Websites
When moving a database-driven content management system (CMS) to a new server environment, hard-coded addressing can cause issues with broken links and missing images. To avoid these issues, one solution is to export the CMS’s database to a text file and use a search and replace tool to modify any hard-coded addressing. This approach allows you to easily modify the hard-coded addressing without specialized database software or knowledge. However, it’s important to be careful when making modifications to the database and to thoroughly test the CMS after making any changes.
My thoughts on Elegant Theme’s Divi Theme and the Elementor Plugin
When it comes to managing website content on WordPress, there are many tools available to help make the process easier and more efficient. Two of the most popular and powerful tools are Elegant Theme's Divi theme and the Elementor plugin. In this article, we'll take a...
Centering Divi Gallery on Mobile Devices
Add to CSS /* divi gallery center on mobile */ .et_pb_gallery_items { display: -webkit-box; display: -webkit-flex; display: -moz-box; display: -ms-flexbox; display: flex; -webkit-justify-content: center; justify-content: center; -webkit-flex-wrap: wrap; flex-wrap:...