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WordPress 5.0 Is Almost Here! What to Expect

Updated on January 23, 2024 by Guest Contributor

WordPress 5.0 Is Almost Here! What to Expect
WordPress 5.0 is almost upon us! The changes are going to be exciting and that’s all thanks to the Gutenberg Editor. This new editor will revolutionize the way you build your WordPress website.

The Buildup

WordPress 4.8 showed a few significant changes that lead the way to Gutenberg. You could check for nearby WordPress events from your dashboard (to help with networking) and use images in your widgets without having to manually add them with code. It was part of an incremental process that made the transition to 4.9 and 5.0 easier. WordPress 4.9, the ‘Tipton’ update let you schedule design changes that could go live at later dates (just like posts). These small steps are paving the way to 5.0, and we can’t wait to see all that’s included with this update.

Gutenberg: The NEW WordPress Editor

Posted on November 5, 2018 by Guest Contributor

For years now, WordPress has been the go-to system for creating websites that are dynamic and professional. But rather than rest on their laurels, WordPress is now developing a new editor called Gutenberg, named after the inventor of the printing press. Just like Gutenberg revolutionized the printed page with his invention, WordPress is hoping to change the way people develop websites.

Why WordPress Hosting Performance Matters

Updated on January 29, 2025 by Guest Contributor

WordPress hosting performance matters for your business. At what point do you click away when a site is slow to load? Studies have shown that one in four will leave a web page if it takes longer than four seconds. Half will leave if the financial transaction pages (cart, payment page, etc.) take two seconds or more to load. So why does hosting performance matter?

10 Ways to Drive Traffic to Your Website

Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting

In order to drive traffic to your website you need to take a dynamic approach to how you promote your business.

If you struggle to drive traffic to your site or blog, you’re not alone. And we’re here to help.

How to Start a Website

Updated on June 12, 2025 by InMotion Hosting

When an organization, business, or non-profit doesn’t have a website, they’re missing out on a prime opportunity for the world to hear about their products and services. Getting a website online isn’t as hard as many think. For those saying, “Help me make a website!” we’re here to walk you through the process. Let’s show you how easy it is to make your site.

Use Easy Google Fonts on Your WordPress Website

Updated on December 30, 2025 by InMotion Hosting

As part of setting up your website, it’s a really good idea to learn how to use the Easy Google Fonts plugin. When it comes to working on computers, we often become spoiled by the number of fonts that we have to choose from, especially when using word processing applications like Microsoft Word. Unfortunately, these same fonts don’t automatically translate when you try to use them on your website. You also need to be able to use not only a variety of fonts but also professional fonts that will make your website stand out professionally.

Are Your Ninja Forms Not Sending Your Emails?

Updated on January 23, 2024 by Guest Contributor

If you use WordPress as your website’s content management system, then you maybe have heard of Ninja Forms. Ninja Forms is a contact form solution for WordPress hosting websites.

Some website owners have had some issues with Ninja Forms sending emails after a form is submitted. This is actually a common problem for many Ninja Form users and it is one that can be solved simply with a few slight adjustments and configurations.

VPS vs VPN: Do You Need a Virtual Private Network or a Virtual Private Server

Updated on October 22, 2025 by Jennifer Fan

VPS vs VPN may sound similar, but they serve completely different purposes. A VPS (Virtual Private Server) is a hosting infrastructure that gives your website or application speed, reliability, and scalability. A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a security service that encrypts your internet connection and masks your IP address. Businesses often need both: a VPS to power their online presence and a VPN to protect sensitive data and remote access. Choosing the right tool depends on whether you need hosting performance, online privacy, or both.

Hunting Down the Best Free WordPress Website Builder

Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting

Hunting Down the Best Free WordPress Website Builder

Whether you are using your WordPress website to fuel your online business or as a personal project, the key to making it look the best is to use a powerful website builder that allows complete control. There are a lot of different options currently available and each one has their own specific pros and cons.

How to Start and Learn Web Development

Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting

How to Start and Learn Web Development

Have you heard about web development? Not web development like spider webs, but website development!

Some of the latest statistics show that web development jobs rank in the top ten of several popular job categories. Getting into the website development industry can be very worthwhile, but can require some patience with learning and acquiring clients.

What to Look For When Comparing WordPress Hosts

Updated on December 9, 2024 by Guest Contributor

What to Look For When Comparing WordPress Hosts

It can be a tricky proposition when it comes to choosing a WordPress host from among the many options that are currently on the market. You have to take into account the different platforms and types of hosting options even before you begin to look at the individual companies that are offering hosting solutions.

5 Default WordPress Settings You Need to Change

Updated on January 23, 2024 by Shay Bravo

Default WordPress settings are enabled to cater to most websites; however, because they are default, it’s better to change some of these for the security of your site.

In this article we will cover the default WordPress settings you should change after installation, and why, so you can continue building the website of your dream with peace of mind.

Do You Think Your Website Is Hacked?

Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting

Do you think your website has been hacked? Is it not loading correctly, or is there a message saying that it was hacked? It can be overwhelming to know what to do. In this article, we want to help you take the first steps to securing and ensuring that your website is operating properly. Let’s go over several signs of a hacked website.

Choosing Between cPanel and Plesk – Web Hosting Control Panels

Updated on May 13, 2025 by InMotion Hosting

cPanel vs. Plesk – Web Hosting Control Panels

When it comes to the control panel you should use for web hosting, the debate usually comes down to cPanel vs Plesk. These two control panels have been the leading administrative web panels for years, and they give users the best options when it comes to managing their websites.

InMotion Hosting and WordPress – Bringing the Community Together

Updated on January 23, 2024 by Guest Contributor

With decades of experience in web hosting, we have observed every type of content management system (CMS) used to build websites. In 2003, the world of CMSs changed when Matt Mullenweg and Mike Little released a new CMS called WordPress. As the years went on, we began seeing more and more impressive websites built with WordPress. As our company grew, many of our team members became experts in WordPress.