When working with WordPress, encountering errors is a common part of the development and maintenance process. However, the real challenge lies in accurately diagnosing and resolving these issues. One of the most effective tools at your disposal is the PHP error log. By using PHP error logs, you can gain invaluable insights into the underlying…

Vulnerabilities are not just a risk; they are the root cause for an overwhelming 95% of all WordPress hacks. Swiftly updating problematic plugins and themes isn’t a suggestion; it’s a necessity, making the difference between security and malware.  Vulnerability scanners are a huge help in that respect. But of course, there are so many that…

Recently, a security vulnerability in Elementor, a popular WordPress plugin, made headlines. Two databases rated its severity at a staggering 9.9 and 8.8. This raised immediate concerns, leading to a straightforward action plan: “Stop everything and update Elementor first.” But is it really that simple? Let’s delve into the key questions: Are millions of Elementor…

Managing a WordPress site often treads the line between leveraging the software’s user-friendly interface and diving into its deeper, more technical settings. One area that might seem daunting, but is critical to both your website’s performance and security, is the wp-config.php file. There is a lot of advice floating around on how to edit the…

The WordPress database is like a map of all the information needed for your website. You need to understand it to navigate and customize your site. But, it can seem overwhelming and scary. What does all that data mean? How does it work? When should you modify it? What if you crash your site? Our…

When it comes to managing a WordPress website, WordPress logs are an indispensable diagnostic tool. They provide a comprehensive record of website activities in real-time and help track a wide range of events and transactions occurring on your WordPress website. From highlighting errors to monitoring user activities, these logs come in various types, each serving…

As new site owners, navigating your way through the world of website security can be daunting. A  pervasive notion across numerous articles online is that changing your database prefix is a smart security measure. But, what does it mean to change the default prefix? Can it crash your site? Why should you do it? As…

When it comes to troubleshooting issues on your WordPress site, WordPress error logs are a godsend. Logs are snapshots about issues on your site, showing verbose error messages so you can resolve them easily. WordPress sites are not set up to log error information by default. However, certain web hosts do enable logging on their…

Disabling file editing in your WordPress admin panel is a simple but effective way to minimize the effect of a security breach.  WordPress has always prioritized giving site admins control over their site…including security. But, if you’re not a developer, you’ll need to do your research and create a WordPress security checklist that lists the…

In the WordPress ecosystem, it is widely believed that Cloudflare’s firewall is the gold standard of security that any site can get. Its arsenal of features, including robust DDoS protection and a powerful content delivery network (CDN), has earned it a solid reputation. Some of the top web hosts trust Cloudflare and its ability to…