Tag: plugins
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Why I Don’t Use WordPress Backup Plugins
I don’t use WordPress backup plugins. I’ve certainly used them before, and there are plenty of good ones. UpdraftPlus, BackWPup, Duplicator, BlogVault and VaultPress all approach the problem in slightly different ways. If all I had was a WordPress site on somebody else’s hosting account, I’d happily use one. But when I control the server,…
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What I Look for in WordPress Hosting for Agencies
I’ve been working with WordPress for a long time, and these days most of my work is WordPress consulting. A lot of that work is project-based, but some clients stick around for ongoing maintenance: WordPress and plugin updates, backups, security, performance work, the occasional deployment, and generally making sure nothing catches fire. None of this…
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The WordPress Object Cache Explained
Object Cache is a mechanism in WordPress that stores frequently accessed data in memory for faster retrieval. It reduces the number of database queries needed to load a page, resulting in faster page load times and a better user experience. In this post, we’ll explore how Object Cache works in WordPress, its benefits and drawbacks,…
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The Importance of Security for WordPress Sites
WordPress is a popular and powerful website platform that is used by millions of people all over the world. However, with popularity comes risk, and WordPress sites are a prime target for cybercriminals. In fact, according to a report by Sucuri, a website security company, WordPress accounted for 90% of all hacked CMS platforms in…