Web Development

Every web platform has security vulnerabilities. WordPress, however, is by far the most popular content management system (CMS) around the world, making it an especially attractive target for hackers. These cyber criminals spend a ton of time and energy identifying WordPress vulnerabilities. So how can you protect your site? See which products we’ve uncovered in our best WordPress security solution reviews. We’ve included several options for your specific needs, including WP plugins, cloud-based services, and more…

Do you run a WordPress website and want to give it more juice? One of the best things about using WordPress is the access you have to some amazing plugins that can turn your basic site into a polished, fully functional tool for any type of blog or business. But you’ve got to be careful – some plugins will either slow down, or worse, break your site. And having too many plugins installed will put a strain on your server and increase your hosting bill, so choose wisely. We’ve curated our top picks gathered over years of developing and running Wordpress websites…

If you have landed on this article, there is a good chance you are thinking about or ready to start setting up a WordPress website. Well, as WordPress users ourselves, we could not agree with this decision more! Keep reading to find out why WordPress can be a great choice for anything from a blog to a realtime e-commerce site…

One of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning a website is which content management system (CMS) you’ll use. If you’re new to the world of web development, you may not realize all the benefits you get from using a CMS. There are many factors to consider when selecting a CMS so we’ll help you find the best fit for you to develop that kick-butt website you’ve been dreaming of…

Having a website is a must if you operate a business. It’s a way to showcase your offering and let the world know you exist. Gone are the days of spending tens of thousands on a website. Today, it’s easier and more affordable than ever, thanks to website builders…

Setting MX records manually can be useful if you want to host your site on one server but handle email via another server or hosting company.  If you have access to WHM (Web Host Manager – the interface you typically get with a cPanel-based hosting provider on a multi-site plan), you can usually set MX records yourself.  If you do not, submit a support ticket to your hosting provider…

In order to prevent the misinterpretation of special characters such as a space, bracket (< and >), or % in the URL (which stands for Uniform Resource Locator – it is the address you see in your browser’s address bar indicating the location of the website you are visiting), browsers parse certain special characters using escape characters. This explains why when you click on a link such as: domain.com/page one.htm you see it parsed in the address bar as example.com/page%20one.htm. In this case the %20 is the escape character for the space…

You’ve got your business up and running and now are looking to secure your online real estate with a corresponding domain name. There are so many domain registrars out there, how do you know which one to go with, and which is the most affordable? We’ve price checked the leading domain registrars and ranked them based on affordability…

Before you take a website live, you’ll need a domain name on which your site will “live.” Domain registration companies sell internet addresses (aka domains). Some registrars only focus on domains; others offer additional services such as web hosting. Which company is best for your site…

Want to improve your small business site’s conversions? Don’t risk losing a potential sale or lead because your visitors can’t get their questions answered on the spot. Having live chat on your site can be a crucial feature to keep your visitors engaged. So, what is the best WordPress chat plugin? With tons of free and premium plugins available, it’s difficult to choose. See which chat plugins we’ve discovered to help you make the best decision for your site…