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Do you really own your WordPress website?
Popular Plugins Are Subscription-Based and SaaS – How to Get the Same Features Built-In When you first install WordPress, it feels free, flexible, and entirely under your control. And at the core, it is. But as soon as you try … Continue reading
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Tagged bloat, performance, plugin dependencies, plugins, saas, saas plugins, scripts, self-hosted websites, third-party plugins, website maintenance costs, website ownership, WooCommerce subscriptions, WordPress, wordpress plugins, WordPress scalability, WordPress updates
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Why Relying on WordPress Plugins Can Backfire (And How to Avoid It)
Many people choose WordPress because they think “you own it” and can do whatever you want. While WordPress does offer flexibility, there’s a hidden risk: relying heavily on third-party plugins. Plugins can add powerful functionality to your WordPress website – … Continue reading
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Tagged abandoned plugins, all-in-one, easy maintenance, forum plugins, plugin risks, plugin vulnerabilities, security risks, security vulnerabilities, SEO plugins, site maintenance, third-party plugins, UltimateWB vs WordPress, website builder, website maintenance, website security, WordPress, wordpress plugins, wordpress vulnerabilities
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How One Plugin Update Broke a WordPress Site – And How You Can Avoid It
Imagine this: after weeks of work customizing your WordPress site, testing every feature, and preparing for launch, you finally go live. Everything is working smoothly… until the next day, when a plugin auto-updates – and suddenly, nothing works. That’s exactly … Continue reading
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Tagged alternative to WordPress, community website builder, event calendar plugin, plugin compatibility, plugin crash, plugin rollback, plugin update issues, third party plugins, UltimateWB vs WordPress, website development tips, website stability, WordPress, wordpress alternative, WordPress alternatives, wordpress customization, wordpress plugins, WordPress troubleshooting
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WordPress.org Announces Holiday Break Amidst Legal Battle with WP Engine
WordPress.org, the open-source platform powering millions of websites worldwide, has announced a temporary pause on several core services. This decision comes amidst an escalating legal dispute with web hosting giant WP Engine. The dispute centers around WP Engine’s use of … Continue reading
Do WordPress plugins sometimes leave stuff on your website after uninstalling the plugin?
Yes, WordPress plugins can sometimes leave leftover data on your website after uninstalling them. It is another drawback to using WordPress plugins, besides security issues. (And it’s not just WordPress, but also other open source platforms like Magento, Drupal, and … Continue reading
Website Builder Showdown: Wix vs. WordPress vs. UltimateWB – Finding the Ultimate Winner!
So, you’ve decided to conquer the world of website building, but with the plethora of options available, how do you choose the best one for you? Fear not, my friends; we’re here to pit three mighty contenders against each other … Continue reading
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Tagged Wix, wix limitations, WordPress, wordpress hacked, wordpress plugins
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Can I use a Shopify theme with WooCommerce?
Short answer: no, you can’t. It sounds simple, but it’s not – Shopify themes aren’t compatible with WooCommerce (a WordPress plugin). Don’t worry: we’ll explain why, and show the easiest ways to get the look and functionality you want. Related: … Continue reading
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Which platform is best for a fast performing website in 2020?
UltimateWB – it’s very fast loading, and also very fast and easy to build your website with it. It has a lot of built-in apps that you can use and customize, so unlike other platforms, your website is not slowed … Continue reading
What are your biggest issues with using DIY website builders such as Wix and WordPress?
It depends on the website builder. With Wix you don’t get as much flexibility that I would want, and also you have to just use their web hosting. This is true of similar website builders such as Weebly, Squarespace, and … Continue reading