I get a lot of questions. The most used questions will be placed over here so you might find the answers you are looking for.
In order to be live on the internet you need to have a domain and webhosting. Hower, if you just want to practise making websites you can use the tool LocalWP to create a website on your computer. It is not live on the internet, but you can create a complete website with it. Later on you can migrate that website to your live website.
Elementor is a my top choice and for many. It offers a free version with essential tools and a Pro version with advanced capabilities like theme building, custom CSS, and more. It has user-friendly interface with powerful features
Use a caching plugin like WP Super Cache to generate static HTML files from your dynamic WordPress site. Optimize images with plugins like Smush or ShortPixel to reduce file sizes without losing quality. Additionally, consider using a CDN (Content Delivery Network) like Cloudflare or Amazon CloudFront to deliver your content more quickly to users around the world by using servers closer to their location.
Install a security plugin like Wordfence or Sucuri to provide firewall protection, malware scanning, and login security. Keep your WordPress core, themes, and plugins updated to avoid vulnerabilities. Use strong, unique passwords for all user accounts and consider enabling two-factor authentication for an extra layer of security.
Install and configure the Yoast SEO plugin to help optimize your content with keywords, meta descriptions, and readability analysis. Create high-quality, original content that provides value to your audience. Ensure your site is mobile-friendly and has fast load times, as these are important ranking factors for search engines. Also, build backlinks from reputable sites to increase your site’s authority.
The “White Screen of Death” often indicates a PHP error or a memory limit issue. To troubleshoot, deactivate all plugins by renaming the plugins folder via FTP, then reactivate them one by one to find the problematic plugin. Alternatively, switch to a default WordPress theme (like Twenty Twenty-One) to check if the issue is theme-related. Increase your PHP memory limit in the wp-config.php file if necessary.
This error typically occurs when WordPress cannot communicate with the database. Verify that the database name, username, password, and host in your wp-config.php file are correct. Ensure your database server is running by checking with your hosting provider. If you’ve recently changed your database password, update it in wp-config.php accordingly.
Use a child theme to make customizations without affecting the original theme’s files. This ensures your changes won’t be lost when the theme is updated. Alternatively, use the WordPress Customizer found under Appearance > Customize to make changes to colors, fonts, and other design elements. For more extensive customizations, consider using a page builder like Elementor.
If your changes aren’t visible, first clear your browser cache. In Elementor, go to Elementor > Tools > Regenerate CSS & Data to refresh the plugin’s styles and data. Additionally, re-save your page to ensure all changes are applied. If the issue persists, check for plugin conflicts by deactivating other plugins one by one.
You can add custom CSS directly in the Elementor editor. Select the widget, column, or section you want to customize, go to the Advanced tab, and scroll down to the Custom CSS area. Enter your CSS code there. Note that this feature is available in Elementor Pro. For site-wide CSS, go to Elementor > Custom CSS in the WordPress dashboard.
Ensure both WordPress and Elementor are up to date, as outdated software can cause compatibility issues. Check for plugin conflicts by deactivating all plugins except Elementor and Elementor Pro, then reactivate them one by one. If you encounter a memory issue, increase your PHP memory limit by adding define('WP_MEMORY_LIMIT', '256M'); to your wp-config.php file.
With Elementor Pro, use the Form widget to easily create a contact form. Drag the Form widget to your desired page section, then customize the fields and settings. For those using the free version, install a plugin like Contact Form 7 or WPForms, create your form within the plugin, and use the shortcode provided to embed the form into an Elementor widget.
