Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on July 31, 2015. It was updated on October 20, 2018. Is WordPress only for blogs? Or can it handle blogs and so much more? I know a lot of small business owners who have heard about WordPress and wonder if it’s something …
How To Build Affiliate Marketing Websites – A Step-by-Step Guide Today we are going to walk you through how to set up your own Affiliate Website using WordPress. Secondly, we’ll briefly outline how to publish your first WordPress blog post and then how to capture email addresses using ConvertKit. ConvertKit …
If you’re transferring any sensitive data of any kind, you should ensure you’re keeping it secure. One of the most effective ways of protecting data is to enable HTTPS — also known as SSL (secure socket layers) — to encrypt data transferring to and from your server. This encryption is …
You see them every time you go to the supermarket. Chances are, you’ve used one recently. Shopping carts have been a matter of course for supermarkets, grocery stores, and many retail outlets for decades, but did you know that Sylvan Goldman, their inventor, struggled with some of the same problems …
WordPress Themes Team Releases New Plugin for Creating Block Themes – A new plugin lets you create a block theme directly within WordPress – then export it for use anywhere. Releasing Color.js: A library that takes color seriously – A look behind the scenes of this new JavaScript library. Make …
There are times when you will need to migrate a WordPress website to a new host or a different server. Perhaps you want to change a website’s structure, optimize it for mobile or you may just be dissatisfied with your current server’s service and performance. Migrating can solve your problem …
You’ve registered the perfect domain name and are getting close to publishing your new website. Your product list, blog or new venture is coming together nicely, and your website looks superb. But something’s missing. You may recall the term ‘SSL’ from previous conversations and research. Here’s everything you need to …
When you’re hustling, time is money and that money comes in coins, not bills. It’s why we made our Website Terminology Glossary for web pros. This free resource for designers, developers, marketers or anyone else makes it easier explaining technical stuff to clients. Rather than a lengthy back-and-forth, quickly find …
If you’ve ever worked in an office environment you’ve most likely used a fax machine. You are probably asking, are businesses still using fax machines? You bet! Faxing is still popular with businesses because it provides a paper trail. Faxing also offers the convenience of being able to scan, copy …
When you’re hustling, time is money and that money comes in coins, not bills. It’s why we made our Website Terminology Glossary for web pros. This free resource for designers, developers, marketers or anyone else makes it easier explaining technical stuff to clients. Rather than a lengthy back-and-forth, quickly find …
Your digital footprint is one of the key elements that will either aid your brand’s success or result in its struggles. Having a good reputation and an attractive online presence is crucial if you want your brand to go the distance — and if you’re reading this post, you clearly …
This post was originally published on June 15, 2016, and was updated on Sept. 14, 2017, and June 5, 2019. In today’s information age, every successful business needs a website — even small, independent ventures. But a great-looking website doesn’t have to cost thousands of dollars. With the right tools and …
There are thousands of great business books. These are the top 10 small business books that I’ve read over the years that have been most helpful for me. These books will help ground you in mindset, marketing and finances. MINDSET of business, being a better leader and inspiring your team. …
You’ve built a website, but how well does it perform for your end users? It’s crucial to ask this question, but how can you get answers? One excellent option is to use Lighthouse. Lighthouse allows you to easily and automatically analyze a web page’s performance and quality. It provides tools …
This article was originally published on March 10, 2016. It was updated on Nov. 29, 2018. If you’re like most people, you started a website and/or blog to share information and make money while at it. But to make money with your blog or website, you need to get visitors to …
Editor’s note: This SSL article was originally published on September 5, 2013, and was updated on July 25, 2018. What is SSL? You might have heard the term SSL, or maybe someone said your website needs an SSL certificate but you aren’t sure what one is. That’s OK. By the …
Beginning in July 2018, the Chrome web browser will identify all sites that have not migrated to HTTPS as “not secure”. This obviously is not going to inspire confidence for your users, which is a key reason that many websites are transitioning from HTTP (hypertext transfer protocol) to HTTPS (hypertext …
Ready to get online but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. We’re constantly rolling out content aimed at helping everyday entrepreneurs take their ventures to the web. From dreaming it to creating it to growing it to managing it, you’ll find articles, videos and other resources designed …
This sponsored article was created by our content partners, BAW Media. Thank you for supporting the partners who make SitePoint possible. Installing a WordPress theme can almost always improve both your website-building workflow and the end result. But making those two things “better” isn’t always enough. Building a website quicker …
Web typography is in its golden age. There is a nearly endless array of fonts available to web designers, along with great options for implementing them. We are spoiled, indeed. All of this variety is wonderful. Yet it can also make for tougher decisions when picking fonts. With such a …
5 Steps To Looking 10 Years Younger By Steve & Becky Holman Did you know that once you hit 40 years of age, whether you’re a man or a women, your body starts aging FASTER than normal? Studies have shown that without the proper nutrients and exercise, your body …
Follow this tutorial to build your own Wordle alternative for numbers in JavaScript: Numble. Continue reading Build Your Own Wordle For Numbers: Numble on SitePoint. Source: Site Point Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Having a perfectly running reservation website and management system is key to providing the kind of guest experience that helps a hotel or B&B business grow exponentially over time. In fact, most everyone makes their travel plans online, and it’s expected that your online systems are responsive and secured with the …
Automated email marketing is the best option for sending personalized messages. Thanks to automation workflows, you can send personalized offers to customers at the relevant time, laying the groundwork for increased revenue. In this article, we’ll take a look at: what email marketing automation is the benefits of email marketing …
