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When I first started building WordPress websites, I learned PHP and became comfortable editing themes. At the same time, I also installed plugins to add new features quickly. Over time, I discovered that both approaches have their advantages and drawbacks. Plugins provide a fast, no-code… Read More »

Are you seeing the ‘failed to open stream’ error on your WordPress site? Don’t panic. We sometimes encounter this error quite when testing new plugins and themes, and we’ve developed several reliable ways to fix it quickly. While this error message might look technical and… Read More »

WordPress offers categories and tags as default taxonomies for organizing content. However, for specific content types or complex organizational needs, custom taxonomies provide greater flexibility. At WPBeginner, we use custom taxonomies on our website to organize content into groups, such as tutorials, guides, showcases, and… Read More »

WordPress comes with basic post statuses like “Draft” and “Published.” But if you’re managing multiple writers, or just keeping track of your own posts, those defaults may not give you enough visibility into where each article stands. As a team that has managed hundreds of… Read More »

Working with our partner brands has given us clear insights into what actually turns visitors into paying customers. We’ve also tested a wide range of strategies across different WooCommerce setups, and the lessons we’ve learned have had a real impact on conversion rates. One thing… Read More »

Is your WordPress ‘Add Media’ button not working? This small problem can make it hard to add pictures or videos to your posts. Many WordPress users have this issue, and it’s tough because there are no error messages to help. Thankfully, we’ve figured out how… Read More »

After years of developing WordPress websites, we’ve learned that there’s one must-have element all business sites should have: a clear organizational chart. Think about it. Have you ever visited a company’s website and wondered who’s in charge of what? Or maybe you’re an employee trying… Read More »

With over 3 billion monthly active users, Facebook remains a social media powerhouse for businesses and content creators to connect with their audience. The platform has the potential to boost your site’s reach and engagement. That is why our team at WPBeginner has selected the… Read More »

Every successful WooCommerce store owner we know has one thing in common: they track everything. They know which products are doing well, where their customers are coming from, and which marketing efforts are actually paying off. Without that kind of insight, it’s hard to know… Read More »

Have you ever wanted to share your story or expertise on a sensitive topic but hesitated, worried about putting your name out there? It’s a common feeling, and you’re right to be cautious about protecting your identity online. At WPBeginner, we’ve walked countless users through… Read More »