An interesting thing happened this month that I can't recall ever seeing before. WordPress released a new version of its software, and then the very next day, released another update. Version 4.9.3 fixed 34 vulnerabilities in the software. Version 4.9.4 fixed the WordPress automatic update feature that broke for many sites after 4.9.3 was installed. I thought about all the nonprofits I've ever met who fail to update WordPress regularly and decided to write this post. About automatic … [Read more...] about Recent WordPress updates & why you should always update your website ASAP
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Bloggers Guide to WordPress Security: A New Resource by BestVPN.org
It's been on my editorial calendar for some time now to write a blog post about WordPress security. Last week, I received an email from a person named Alex letting me know he had written a very thorough guide on the subject. I checked it out and it's pretty spectacular! And even better, it's completely free. You don't have to pay, give your email address or download anything. The table of contents is below so you can get an idea of what's included. (And there's a whole section on the Wordfence … [Read more...] about Bloggers Guide to WordPress Security: A New Resource by BestVPN.org
WordPressers Wanted & Welcomed: NTEN’s Online WordPress Community
About the Online WordPress Community If you are seeking a place to connect with WordPress developers and content managers of all skill levels, consider joining the Nonprofit Technology Network's (NTEN) online WordPress Community. We are 267 members and growing, composed of a nice mix of developers (front-end, back-end and full stack) and content managers. We have nonprofit professionals, professionals who work at web dev companies and freelancers. No matter what question you post to the board, … [Read more...] about WordPressers Wanted & Welcomed: NTEN’s Online WordPress Community
My Current List of Favorite WordPress Plugins
About This List In a previous post, I discussed how to evaluate WordPress plugins and mentioned I would post a list of my favorite plugins. Here it is. This list changes as I find new/better/different plugins, so this is current as of February 2017. Do you have a favorite WordPress plugin not on my list? Send me a tweet or email! Disclaimer: I am unable to make guarantees about plugins on this list because I am not the plugin author. Always back up your website before making changes (you … [Read more...] about My Current List of Favorite WordPress Plugins
Evaluating WordPress Plugins
Someone recently asked me this question during a WordPress clinic: "How do I know if a WordPress plugin is a good one to use?" An excellent question, though the answer is a little less straightforward than I'd prefer. WordPress is an open source community and as such, anyone who wants to create a plugin can do so. WordPress.org maintains a plugin directory but the guidelines for submission are primarily centered on licensing and keeping people from doing illegal things via plugins. One would … [Read more...] about Evaluating WordPress Plugins
Apply for a Free Dot Eco (.eco) Domain Name!
A new top-level domain, .eco, will be available in early 2017. Organizations, businesses and people working for positive environmental change are able to apply before December 16, 2016 for up to three .eco domain names for an organization or an upcoming campaign. The domain creators are giving 500 domain names for free in this process, anticipating that the names will become expensive and competitive after the domain launches. According to their website "You can apply for a .eco domain grant … [Read more...] about Apply for a Free Dot Eco (.eco) Domain Name!
