WordPress Basics

This category is ideal if you’re just starting out with WordPress or want to close basic knowledge gaps. We explain the most important concepts in simple language – from hosting and installation to the difference between posts, pages, themes and plugins.

Step-by-step tutorials show you how to set up your first site, configure key settings and protect yourself from typical beginner mistakes. Screenshots, checklists and clear instructions make it easy to follow along, even if you’re not technical.

As you progress, you’ll learn which tools you really need, how to structure your content and how to lay a solid foundation for later SEO, design and marketing work. This way, your WordPress journey starts with clarity instead of confusion.

  • Illustration of a person using a laptop to duplicate a WordPress page, highlighting a safe, SEO-friendly workflow for cloning pages.

    How to Duplicate a Page in WordPress

    Sometimes you need an exact copy of an existing page—same layout, same blocks, same design—but with different text or a new offer. Manually rebuilding that layout every time is slow and error-prone. In this guide, you’ll learn how to duplicate…

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  • How Much is WordPress? Text and illustration of web developers surrounding a computer with the WordPress logo and code.

    How Much is WordPress

    Ask ten people “how much is WordPress?” and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Some will say it’s completely free, others will quote hosting prices, and a few will talk about expensive custom builds. No wonder it’s confusing when you’re…

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  • Illustration showing people collaborating to set up a WordPress website within a browser interface, alongside text 'How to Use WordPress with GoDaddy' outlining a step-by-step guide for hosting.

    How to Use WordPress with GoDaddy

    Picked GoDaddy for your hosting and now wondering how to actually use WordPress on it? You’re not alone. Many beginners buy a GoDaddy plan, install WordPress, and then feel stuck between the hosting dashboard and the WordPress admin screen. In…

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  • Illustration of a team planning and building a WordPress website on a large computer screen, representing the creation and launch process.

    How to Create a WordPress Website

    Creating your first WordPress website can feel intimidating: domains, hosting, themes, plugins, and settings all competing for your attention. The good news is that you can go from “blank slate” to a live, professional site by following a clear, structured…

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  • Illustration showing people building and customizing a website on a desktop, representing how to install WordPress locally for development.

    How to Install WordPress Locally

    Installing WordPress locally lets you build, test, and break things on your own computer without paying for hosting or risking a live site. It’s the perfect sandbox for beginners and a fast development lab for experienced users. In this guide,…

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  • Illustration of a person building a WordPress website on a computer, highlighting a step-by-step guide for beginners.

    How to Make a Website with WordPress

    Want to put your business, portfolio, or idea online but not sure where to start? WordPress is one of the most flexible ways to build a professional website without needing to be a developer. The challenge is knowing which steps…

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  • Illustration showing two people building and customizing a WordPress website, with text 'How to Build a WordPress Website: Step-by-step beginner's guide'.

    How to Build a WordPress Website

    Building a WordPress website can feel overwhelming when you’re starting from a blank page. There are domains, hosting plans, themes, plugins, and settings to think about before you can even publish your first page. This guide walks you through every…

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  • People managing files on a computer with the WordPress logo, illustrating how to create a directory in WordPress using cPanel, FTP, or SSH.

    How to Create a Directory in WordPress

    Need a place to store downloads, custom scripts, or other assets for your WordPress site, but not sure how to create a new folder on your server? It’s normal to feel nervous about touching anything outside the WordPress dashboard—one wrong…

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  • Illustration for 'How to Indent in WordPress' guide, showing a user working at a computer with a large WordPress logo and gears, representing text and layout editing.

    How to Indent in WordPress

    Trying to indent text in WordPress and not seeing an obvious “Indent” button can be frustrating. Depending on whether you’re using the Block Editor (Gutenberg), the Classic Editor, or custom layouts from your theme or page builder, the way you…

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  • Illustration showing how WordPress works with people building and managing a website, suitable for beginners learning its core functions.

    How Does WordPress Work

    You might already be clicking around the WordPress dashboard, but still feel like the system is a “black box.” Understanding how WordPress works under the hood makes it easier to troubleshoot problems, choose better hosting, and avoid breaking your site…

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