From my perspective, there is 14 essential WordPress advice for newbies. I could have avoided a lot of headaches if I had understood this sooner.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned WordPress user, these 14 suggestions can help.
TIip 1: Set up permalinks
It isn’t just beginners who forget about it. The structure of your URLs is created in the Permalinks settings. There is a set number combination at the start. That should be changed! Because the URL must be easily readable. Here, I’m utilizing the variation with a different name. As a result, my URL appears as follows: The title of the blog post is followed by the WordPress name. I also don’t show the categories on this page. Because it lengthens the Url unnecessarily. And Google doesn’t seem to like it.
Tip 2: Use a plugin to create a backup
I never considered it as a WordPress newbie. But then it landed on my head. Because having a backup is crucial. For this, WordPress has a plethora of plugins. It is critical that you set one up. And that you do this backup daily. Because you never know when your WordPress blog will get paralyzed. This happened to me as well. And I had relied on my hoster at the time. He hadn’t, however, made a database backup. Terrible.
Tip 3: Invest in a high-quality theme
I’m an expert saver myself. So when it comes to WordPress, I don’t want to spend any money. This is especially true when it comes to your template (the theme). Because free themes frequently have speed issues. Or it could be the design. And if you understand the significance of the design, all you have to do now is purchase one. Here is where I can propose the X theme. It’s because it’s slightly under $60. And it already contains some features that are usually found only in WordPress plugins.
Tip 4: Don’t switch themes on your own
Please do not edit the code if you have a template. Because I did the same thing. I believed I could alter this basic PHP or CSS line with ease. However, my WordPress site became inaccessible all of a sudden. I hadn’t even prepared a backup. The updates are the next topic. Because if WordPress or your theme vendor releases an update, all of the code you’ve updated will be lost.
Tip 5: Write lengthy posts
When a short and a long post-show is in search results, the longer post is usually the winner. What exactly do I mean when I say “long” or “short”? A short WordPress post for me is between 300 and 500 words. I’m aware that many folks claim they simply post more. And there are fewer words. Then you’ll be found more frequently on Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other search engines. My experience, on the other hand, has been rather different. Because I have a much better chance of being seen in the search engines if I write a lengthy article (like this one). It is critical, however, that the posting does not drag on needlessly. I find that 1500 words are the optimal length for a WordPress post. Topics like this usually take me between 1500 and 2000 words to write. That is not a problem if I go under headings. As a result, you’ll be able to generate more leads.
Tip 6: Use tools to optimize images
Your WordPress blog’s speed is critical. If you use Google’s Page Speed Test, you’ll be able to tell right away if you have a problem. And it’s large because of the size of your images on your WordPress site. Because the original size is kept on the server, even if you modify the size in the picture settings. As a result, I use a variety of picture compression techniques. Consider the website resizeimage.net. Here, I can shrink my images from 300 KB to 40 KB. As a result, I’ll be found even more frequently in search engines.
Tip 7: Only use a few plugins
I enjoy installing a large number of WordPress plugins on my site. Because there are so many fantastic choices. But there’s a snag! Because each plugin causes the blog’s pace to slow down. Furthermore, the plugins frequently do not communicate with one another. As a result, I can only recommend activating a maximum of 10 plugins. And, especially if your site’s loading time is a concern, make sure to deactivate all of them before turning on a plugin. Because only then will you be able to know which ones are causing the slow loading. Instead, opt for professional themes (such as WordPress templates) that already include a lot of features. Because they are always available for use. And they normally take a lot less time to load. And even if upgrades do arrive, you’ll be safe.
Tip 8: Use a strong password
That never occurred to me as a WordPress newbie. Because I assumed my password was secure in the first place. However, this is not always the case! You are free to use your preferred password. However, you should utilize password-changing software or a program. As a result, five characters become fifty. With a large number of special characters, upper and lower case letters, and other features. Because there are a lot of automated tools out there trying to hijack your WordPress blog. And you should take precautions to avoid this from the outset. Because you’ll cry if your side is taken away. Then you’ll immediately think of my WordPress beginner’s guide.
Tip 9: Find a decent host
At first, I was simply interested in the price. The essential point is that it is inexpensive. And when it came to my internet provider, I always went with the cheapest option. That, however, has changed. Because I understand the value of a good host. What good does it do you to have the best content if your WordPress blog is inaccessible? Or is your team moving at a snail’s pace? It’ll set you back a lot of money. And I’m assuming you want to profit from your WordPress blog. As a result, when selecting a hoster, be sure that caching is already included. It’s even better than using a WP-Cache plugin if caching is done on the server-side. Paying EUR 15 per month for a top hoster is preferable to paying EUR 3 for low quality.
Tip 10: Focus on content rather than SEO
Everyone who owns a WordPress blog, I believe, is familiar with SEO. Search engine optimization (SEO) is a term that refers to And everyone attempting to get into the best possible position. Sure, since there’s a lot of temptation! Use Google and other search engines to get free traffic. However, the content is frequently forgotten. I recall working on projects where I concentrated on content. Then there were instances where I was more concerned with SEO. In the end, the most valuable content has always triumphed. People will automatically return if you have outstanding, excellent content. So here’s my advice to you (and not just you) as a WordPress newbie: Consider how you can provide the best material. And everything else will take care of itself. Do you optimize your landing page in the same way or in a different way?
Tip 11: Use high-quality photographs
Various picture databases can help you find high-quality photographs. However, there are two issues with this. On the one hand, the photographs appear to be too flawless. Alternatively, the photographs are unappealing. It costs you authenticity if the photos appear to be from a commercial. People will depart again if the quality is not easily legible by sun rays or other factors. As a result, I would advise you to shoot high-quality photographs of yourself, other people, and motifs in natural settings. It must appear natural. Or photographs that don’t look like they belong in an advertisement. There are numerous excellent photographs. You might also want to include a photo of yourself. Or, for the more serious, a video.
Tip 12: Use a comment spam filtering plugin
At first, you are overjoyed by every comment. But only once you’ve gotten rid of all the spam comments. As a result, there are dozens of automated comments. Then you go around spamming everything. That is something you can guard against. There are a plethora of spam comment plugins available. It is only critical that you do so from the beginning. Because that’s the only way you’ll be able to defend yourself. It will only take you 10 minutes to complete. Then you can rest easy. And you’ll be able to tell the difference between spam and comments from your readers. I disabled the comment feature myself. I just can’t seem to get around to reading all of the comments. And I don’t think it’s respectful if I don’t respond. Because just reading today’s piece on WordPress suggestions for beginners will almost surely leave you with questions.
Tip 13: Have a unique selling proposition (USP) for your blog
What distinguishes your WordPress blog from others? Is there a distinction? Otherwise, you’ve already lost. How the content is delivered might also make a difference. So, for example, if you’re doing text and videos. There is a rival who can write the greatest texts. Your blog will be enhanced if you include a video. People return and time again. It is, however, also a question of defining the substance. What unique stuff do you provide that sets you apart from the competition? As a novice, I would jump to the long tail concept in particular. Because every market has phrases that are infrequently used but frequently searched for. And these are the important terms you should employ in your next blog post. You may also display your USP on your WordPress blog’s sidebar (on the right or left). As a result, every new visitor notices what makes you unique.
Tip 14: Avoid wordpress.com.
It’s all about being a professional. As well as a long-term outlook. As a result, you should never utilize wordpress.com. Because the quick installation will make you delighted as a newbie. However, if you want to advance and establish yourself as a brand, that strategy no longer works. Having your blog does not have to be expensive. There is also an Easy Install package in several packages. You may easily install WordPress even if you are a novice. So, instead of using wordpress.com, host it yourself.
My final thoughts on the WordPress beginner’s guide
These 14 WordPress starter suggestions were quite beneficial to me. It’s not just at the start. But also as a more experienced user. Implement these suggestions, and your success will skyrocket.
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