Changing WordPress’ default table prefix does nothing to enhance security
There’s a myth that changing the WordPress default table prefix will enhance your site’s security. It does not! In fact it can be dangerous to do so.
WordPress & Tech
From performance tuning to plugin picks, this category is all about the tech side of your WordPress business. Expect tutorials, optimisation tips, tool comparisons, and strategies for building better sites, faster and cleaner.
If you geek out over Gutenberg blocks, speed scores, or setting up killer workflows, this is your happy place.
How to fix the WordPress White Screen Of Death
Sometimes when updating WordPress the screen goes blank AKA The White Screen of Death. Learn what it is, how to fix it and get your site back up again.
Securing your site against XML-RPC attacks
Should you secure your site by deactivating the XML-RPC service? It may come at a cost to your website! Let’s find out some more.
Get your site SSL ready for Chrome 62
Starting this October 2017 the Chrome browser version 62 will start to mark all non secure web pages as “Not Secure” in the browser address bar. Get your site ready for SSL now.
Why Simple Character Substitution for Passwords is Now a Pile of 5h1t
Password management guru Bill Burr says we’re all doing passwords wrongly. He regrets his advice of 15 years ago. Find out why?
11 Things You Can Easily Sell With WooCommerce
On-line selling isn’t just about shipping physical products. There are many different ways make money on-line using WooCommerce. Here are a few ideas.
WordPress Security: Nulled Scripts & CryptoPHP Infection
There’s new malware out there targeting WordPress, Joomla and Drupal sites. Nulled scripts with CryptoPHP malware. Read all about it and how to secure your site against it.
Developing and Managing WordPress Content
Slides and audio from February’s WordPress Sydney meetup on developing and managing WordPress content.
CSS Hacks for Targeting IE 10 and Above
Do you need to target only IE10 and above with some CSS hacks? It can be done! Find out how.