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A favicon is the tiny icon that appears in the tab next to your domain name. It used to appear in the address bar next to your domain name, but it has been removed from that location for security reasons. The one exception is the Microsoft Internet Explorer which still shows the favicon next to Read More >

Before moving or making changes to your WordPress site, you should always make a backup! Create the new location for your WordPress core files. Use the option in cPanel to create a subdirectory if necessary. You can also use FTP or the cPanel File manager. Make sure that any existing files in the new location Read More >

WordPress is normally installed directly to a domain name. It can also be installed to the subdirectory of a domain. The limitations of installing WordPress may depend on the number databases that your host allows for your account. If you’re limited to one database, then WordPress can only be installed once -using a domain name Read More >

WordPress added automatic upgrades starting in version 3.7. Automatic upgrades are important because they keep your WordPress installation updated with the latest security patches and overall WordPress fixes or additions. The following tutorial shows you how to enable or disable automatic upgrades, though we strongly recommend that you not disable your automatic upgrades. How to Read More >

If you are using WordPress to publish multiple pages of content for you viewers, then you will want to use Categories. WordPress uses the category option in order to provide organization for your content. In turn, providing this organization helps your users find similar or other content within your WordPress site. Use categories to create Read More >

WordPress Caching Below are the steps to fix the re-writes for both plugins, WP Super Cache and W3 Total Cache. WP Super Cache Re-Writes Go into your File Manager after logging into your cPanel. Please make sure you have Show hidden files checked. Find your .htaccess in the document root of the website in question. Read More >

In this tutorial: Install Gravity Forms Setup reCAPTCHA In WordPress, forms allow your visitors to submit information to you. Of the many form plugins available, Gravity Forms by rocketgenius is one of the most popular. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Gravity Forms in WordPress. Since Gravity Forms is a commercial Read More >

Issue: A serious XSS security vulnerability was discovered and disclosed this morning that affects hundreds of WordPress plugins, which in turn affects millions of websites. Status: Anyone who manages or maintains a WordPress site is strongly urged to update ALL plugins immediately. Who is impacted? People running WordPress websites with the following plugins: Jetpack WordPress Read More >

In this tutorial: Accessing the Theme Customizer Using the Theme Customizer WordPress has a built-in Theme Customizer that makes it easier to modify your theme. How to Access the Theme Customizer Login to your WordPress Dashboard Click the Appearance link in the navigation menu. Roll the mouse over your theme and click the Customize button. Read More >

When using WordPress, you’ll be working with Pages and Posts very often. For a photographer, you’ll generally want to use a page for your galleries or portfolio. If you want to highlight a specific image or have a set of images that you’ll continually update, a post may be better. There are more differences. Posts Read More >

Depending on your theme, you may need to create a header image that goes across the top of your website. Here’s an example: The following tutorial will show you how to create an easy header image or banner using a graphics tool. Login to the WordPress Administrator Dashboard. The first thing you should do is Read More >

Before you create a menu for your website, you should consider how it will affect your website appearance and navigation. You should also have pages that can be used to build the menu. The following tutorial shows you how to build a menu in the twenty-fourteen theme. Login to the WordPress Administrator Dashboard. Click on Read More >

The easiest way to install WordPress is to use the WordPress Softaculous installation. This is available if you are an InMotion Hosting customer. If you are not, you must perform a manual installation. The following tutorial will walk you through a manual installation of WordPress. Create the Database Before we begin the installation of WordPress Read More >

WordPress was built for interaction with people in mind. All pages and posts can allow discussion in the form of comments. However, there are circumstances when comments are not welcome on a post. For example, the post may simply be an announcement or shared information. The WordPress interface does allow for the comment option to Read More >

A website that is used for displaying your photos will have pages that consist primarily of text and images. WordPress calls these pages, static pages. While all pages and posts within WordPress have the option to allow user interaction, static pages can be created with the option for user interactivity removed. The following tutorial will Read More >