Getting started with WordPressIn preparation
What is WordPress, and is it right for you?
A plain-English introduction to what WordPress does and the kinds of websites people build with it.
Est. 6 min read
Resources
Learn to build a better website
Practical, beginner-friendly guides. Our editorial library is in preparation — the articles below are planned topics and will be published as they’re written and reviewed.
Planned guides
Getting started with WordPressIn preparation
Your first hour in the WordPress dashboard
Settings to review, pages to create and the menus worth knowing on day one.
Est. 8 min read
Choosing a domainIn preparation
How to choose a domain name people remember
Length, spelling, extensions and the questions to ask before you register.
Est. 5 min read
Choosing a domainIn preparation
Connecting your own domain to a free subdomain website
What DNS records are, and which ones you will typically change.
Est. 7 min read
Website securityIn preparation
Ten WordPress security habits for beginners
Strong passwords, updates, user roles and other habits that reduce risk.
Est. 9 min read
Website securityIn preparation
Understanding HTTPS and SSL certificates
What the padlock means and how certificates are issued and renewed.
Est. 6 min read
Website performanceIn preparation
Image optimization without the jargon
Formats, sizes and compression explained for non-developers.
Est. 5 min read
Website performanceIn preparation
How many plugins is too many?
Why plugin quality matters more than plugin count.
Est. 4 min read
Website launch guidesIn preparation
The pre-launch walkthrough
Test forms, links and mobile layouts before you share your website.
Est. 7 min read
Website launch guidesIn preparation
Writing your About page
A simple structure for an About page that sounds like you.
Est. 5 min read
Website growthIn preparation
Search engine basics for new websites
Titles, descriptions, sitemaps and realistic expectations.
Est. 8 min read
Website growthIn preparation
Starting an email list from day one
Why a list matters and how to add a simple signup form.
Est. 6 min read