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.

  • Woman examining a computer screen with the WordPress logo and development elements, representing who owns and controls WordPress.

    Who Owns WordPress

    Search for “WordPress” and you’ll see wordpress.com, wordpress.org, hosting companies, and thousands of plugins and themes. It’s natural to ask: who actually owns WordPress, and who are you trusting when you build your site on it? The short answer is…

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  • Illustration with a laptop displaying a WordPress dashboard and icons for observation, accompanying the guide on how to install a plugin in WordPress.

    How to Install a Plugin in WordPress

    WordPress plugins let you add almost any feature to your site without writing code, and in this guide you will learn how to install a plugin in WordPress step by step. Throughout this tutorial you will see exactly how to…

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  • Developer coding a WordPress website on a desktop, surrounded by PHP, C++, CSS icons and various website components, reflecting development costs.

    How Much is a WordPress Website

    If you are planning a new WordPress Website, figuring out the real cost can feel confusing. The software itself is free, but you still need to pay for domain registration, hosting, design, plugins, and ongoing maintenance. Without a clear plan,…

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  • Illustration of a developer working on a laptop and monitor displaying code and settings, with 'How to Update PHP in WordPress' text.

    How to Update PHP in WordPress

    If your WordPress site feels slow, throws strange errors, or your hosting dashboard is nagging you about “outdated PHP”, it is time to upgrade. PHP is the programming language that runs WordPress, and newer versions are faster, more secure, and…

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  • Illustration: People collaborate on a computer with the WordPress logo, optimizing a website with meta tags for SEO.

    How to Add Meta Tags in WordPress

    Add Meta Tags in WordPress when you want search engines and social networks to better understand your content and show more accurate snippets. With the right setup, you can control titles, descriptions, and social previews for every important page on…

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  • Laptop with WordPress logo and diverse icons illustrating WordPress Multisite features and advanced development patterns for managing multiple sites.

    What is WordPress Multisite

    What is WordPress Multisite? It’s a built-in WordPress feature that lets you run multiple websites from a single installation and manage them all from one central Network Admin dashboard. In this beginner-friendly guide to WordPress Multisite, you’ll learn how a…

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  • WordPress guides and tutorials visual: people around a computer, symbolizing learning to start, optimize, and grow a WordPress website.

    WordPress Guides & Tutorials Overview

    WordPress guides and tutorials can feel overwhelming when you are just starting out, because there are separate lessons for SEO, speed, security, plugins, themes, and content – and they rarely tell you which order to follow. You might know you…

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  • Isometric illustration demonstrating how to edit a WordPress website with the WordPress logo, gears, laptop, mobile phone, and people.

    How to Edit WordPress Website

    Edit WordPress Website content when you need to change text, images, layouts, or navigation without rebuilding everything. WordPress gives you a few safe editing paths depending on how your site was built, including the block editor, theme customizer, and page…

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  • Illustration of a person creating a WordPress blog, featuring hosting, website layout, and content management tools.

    How to Create a Blog on WordPress

    Create a blog on WordPress by setting up hosting, installing WordPress, choosing a theme, and publishing your first post. This tutorial walks you through the full setup step by step, with the exact menus and buttons to click. By the…

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  • Man using a laptop to check a WordPress version on a screen with icons representing plugins, settings, and maintenance tools.

    How to Check WordPress Version

    Knowing your WordPress version helps with troubleshooting, compatibility checks, and security updates. The good news is you can check WordPress version in a few quick ways, even if you can’t log in. Below you’ll learn how to find the installed…

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