If you’ve been part of the WordPress community for a while, then you’ve almost certainly heard of OceanWP. Launched as a free theme with premium-level features, it quickly became a staple for freelancers, agencies, and DIY site owners. The creator, Nicolas Lecocq, stepped away from WordPress after selling…
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How I Blocked 18,000 Spam Lead Attacks in My WordPress Form
Recently, I found over 18, 000 spam entries had flooded one of my lead generation forms overnight. And more kept coming, which meant trouble. If I emailed all those fake addresses, it would have increased my email bounce rate – the percentage of emails that don’ t get delivered to…
I’ll Show You How to Add Weight Based Shipping in WooCommerce
Unexpected shipping costs are one of the biggest reasons customers abandon their carts. If your WooCommerce store charges too much or the pricing feels confusing, then you could be losing sales without realizing it. That’s why it’s so important to offer clear, fair shipping rates. And one of…
How to Create a Live Autocomplete Search in WordPress
If visitors can’t find what they’re looking for on your website, then they’ll leave, and they might not come back. The problem is that the default WordPress search is very basic. Visitors type in a keyword, press Enter, wait for a full page to load, and still might…
The Ultimate Guide to WordPress Privacy Compliance
I’ll be honest: there was a time when privacy compliance felt overwhelming. Between GDPR, CCPA, VCDPA, and other regulations, it seemed like I needed a law degree just to run a simple WordPress site. But after spending a lot of time helping website owners figure this out, I’ve…
How to Auto Export WordPress Form Entries (The Easy Way)
If you regularly collect form submissions in WordPress, then exporting that data manually can quickly become a chore. Whether you’re tracking leads, orders, or feedback, downloading all those entries one by one takes time, and it’s easy to miss something important. Unfortunately, WordPress doesn’t offer a built-in way…
How to Export and Erase Personal Data in WordPress
A few years ago, I got my first data deletion request from a user. I’ll admit, I panicked a little. I knew I needed to respect their privacy rights, but I had no idea how to actually remove their data from my WordPress site without breaking anything. That…
WPBeginner Spotlight 14: From Entry Automation to AI Building Blocks – The Future of WordPress is Here
July was a big month for WordPress, with major updates across AI, automation, and community initiatives. Several plugins rolled out real AI features right inside the dashboard, making content creation and SEO faster and easier. On the community side, we saw exciting momentum. WordPress.org launched a new internship…
Beginner’s Guide to VCDPA Compliance in WordPress
When I first learned about the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), I’ll admit I felt a bit overwhelmed. As someone who’s managed WordPress sites for many years, the idea of learning yet another privacy law felt like a lot. But when I dug into it, I realized…
What Is llms.txt? How to Add llms.txt in WordPress
Last month, I noticed crawlers from companies like OpenAI and Google in my website analytics. My first reaction was concern: Was my content being scraped without my permission? I also worried that too many requests from AI or search crawlers might slow down my site for visitors. But…
The LearnDash Story: How Justin Ferriman Grew a Multi-Million Dollar LMS
Justin Ferriman didn’t set out to build one of the most successful WordPress plugins of all time. In fact, he didn’t even consider himself a developer. But with a deep background in eLearning and a sharp eye for market opportunities, he turned a gap in the WordPress ecosystem…
WordPress Monthly Hosting vs Yearly Hosting – Which One Do I Recommend?
When I first started building websites with WordPress, choosing hosting was nothing like it is today. There were fewer hosting providers, most of them slow, and almost all locked you into a long-term plan without much flexibility. Now, things have changed for the better. You can choose between…
UCPA Compliance in WordPress: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
When I launched my first WordPress site, privacy laws were pretty straightforward. You added a privacy policy, maybe updated your terms of service, and moved on. But things have changed in recent years. States like Utah have introduced strict privacy laws that apply to businesses worldwide, even if…
How AI is Reshaping SEO: 30+ Trends to Watch in 2025
Is your organic traffic steadily declining? There’ s a clear reason why. AI tools like ChatGPT have transformed the way people search for information. Instead of clicking through different sites, users are used to concisely getting answers from their favorite AI tools. Google followed suit with AI Overviews to protect…
How to Migrate From Substack to WordPress in 10 Easy Steps
I can’ t tell you how many creators I’ ve spoken with who feel trapped on Substack. It’s incredibly easy to get started, but that simplicity comes at a cost. As soon as you want to change a font, create a custom landing page, or add more advanced features, the…
How to Create a Do Not Sell My Info Page in WordPress
Creating a website that people trust starts with protecting their personal information. Privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA are designed to help with that, but they can feel confusing when you’ re just trying to do the right thing. Many of these rules ask you to add a ‘ Do…
WordPress vs Laravel – Which Is Better? (Expert Comparison)
If you’re trying to choose between WordPress and Laravel for your next website, you’re not the only one. Both platforms are popular, but they serve very different purposes. WordPress is beginner-friendly and great for getting a site online quickly. On the other hand, Laravel offers more customization and…
Beginner’s Guide to PDPL Compliance for WordPress Websites
I’ve helped WordPress users navigate a lot of different privacy laws, but Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) still surprises many website owners. If your site collects personal information from people in Saudi Arabia (and it probably does), then PDPL compliance isn’t optional. Contact forms, newsletter signups, …
WPBeginner Turns 16 Years Old – Here’s What’s New + a $20,000 WordPress Giveaway
Today, WPBeginner officially turns 16 years old! If WPBeginner was a kid, it would be old enough to drive in Florida. Crazy how time flies. Looking back, it’ s hard to believe that what started as a simple WordPress resource site has grown into such an incredible community of…
Beginner’s Guide to Generative Engine Optimization for WordPress
I still remember the first time one of my articles appeared in the top 3 search results, but Google’s AI Overview credited someone else. The frustrating part? The information came directly from my post. 😒 That moment really opened my eyes. That’ s why I’ve spent the last several…
