Tag Archives: WordPress

Which Website Builders Let You Add PHP? Most Don’t—But One Makes It Easy

When choosing a website builder, most people look at design templates, ease of use, or maybe SEO tools. But there’s a powerful capability that often gets overlooked: support for custom PHP code. Whether you’re just launching a site now or … Continue reading

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Do Your Website Visitors Have to Clear Their Browser Cache? Here’s Why That’s a Problem — And Why You Don’t Need to Worry with UltimateWB

Have you ever updated your website only to hear from visitors that they still see the old version? Or maybe you’ve been told to “clear your browser cache” just to see changes on a site? That’s a common frustration — … Continue reading

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Why UltimateWB Beats Wix, WordPress, and Squarespace: A Website Builder Comparison for 2025

Choosing a website builder in 2025 can feel overwhelming. With so many platforms promising simplicity, speed, and flexibility, how do you separate hype from reality? If you’ve tried Wix, WordPress, or Squarespace and found yourself frustrated with slow loading times, … Continue reading

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WordPress Co-Founder Warns Lawsuits Could “Force the Closure of WordPress.org”

The ongoing legal battle between WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg and hosting company WP Engine has escalated, with Mullenweg issuing a stark warning about the potential consequences: “The lawsuits will go years and could potentially bankrupt me or force the closure … Continue reading

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WordPress: A Fork in the Road? Automattic Cuts Back, Prioritizes Profits

Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, recently announced a significant reduction in its sponsored contributions to the core WordPress open source project. This move, driven by legal battles with competitor WP Engine and a stated desire for a “level playing field,” … Continue reading

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WP Engine Wins Court Order, Regains Full Access to WordPress.org in 72 Hours

In a dramatic turn of events, a judge has issued a preliminary injunction forcing WordPress.org (owned by Automattic) to restore full access to WP Engine and its affiliates. The court order, effective immediately, gives WP Engine just 72 hours to … Continue reading

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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

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What is the difference between wordpress.com and wordpress.org? Does wordpress.com own WordPress?

The distinction between WordPress.com and WordPress.org can be somewhat confusing, but they serve different purposes and are run by different entities. WordPress.com WordPress.org Ownership and Domain Name Confusion Is this a good example of a company – WordPress – that … Continue reading

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How can you tell if a website was created using UltimateWB, WordPress, Squarespace, Weebly, WIX, or other website builders?

Determining the platform a website was created with often involves looking for specific markers or signatures in the site’s HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Here are some methods and tips to identify the platform: 1. View the Page Source 2. Check … Continue reading

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