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Often beginners get confused when trying to pick the best WordPress plugins amongst so many that are available. We frequently get questions like what is the best WordPress plugin for SEO, Social Media, Performance, etc. Unlike other sites, WPBeginner test and review the best WordPress plugins and offer step by step installation guides to make your life easier. We know that everyone hates Top 10 WordPress plugins list, so we have taken a different approach. We do the research, so you don't have to.

How to Get Email Notification for Post Changes in WordPress

Posted on January 20th, 2021 by Editorial Staff
How to Get Email Notification for Post Changes in WordPress

Do you want to get email notifications for post changes in WordPress? By default, WordPress does not send any notifications when posts are changed by any user. If you run a multi-author WordPress site, then you may want to stay informed about post changes on… Read More »

How to Track User Journey on WordPress Lead Forms

Posted on January 13th, 2021 by Editorial Staff
How to Track User Journey on WordPress Lead Forms

Do you want to track user journey on WordPress lead forms? Tracking user journey allows you to see exactly which pages your visitors view before they fill out a form on your website. This information can help you capture more leads and grow your business.… Read More »

8 Best Popular Posts Plugins for WordPress (Compared)

Posted on January 8th, 2021 by Editorial Staff
8 Best Popular Posts Plugins for WordPress (Compared)

Are you looking for a way to show popular posts on your WordPress website? Displaying popular posts helps your visitors find your best content and increase your page views. It’s also a great way to interlink your pages to boost SEO. In this article, we… Read More »

How to Restrict Authors to Specific Category in WordPress

Posted on December 31st, 2020 by Editorial Staff
How to Restrict Authors to Specific Category in WordPress

Do you want to restrict an author’s ability to only post in specific categories of your WordPress site? If you’re running a multi-author blog, then it can be helpful to limit author’s ability to only post on a selected category or sections of your site.… Read More »

How to Create a To-Do List in WordPress

Posted on December 29th, 2020 by Editorial Staff
How to Create a To-Do List in WordPress

Do you want to create a to-do list in your WordPress site? Getting things done can often be boiled down to having an old-fashioned to-do list. And being able to see your to-do list within WordPress can enhance your productivity. In this article, we’ll show… Read More »

9 Best PDF Plugins for WordPress (Viewer, Embed, & Downloads)

Posted on December 25th, 2020 by Editorial Staff
9 Best PDF Plugins for WordPress (Viewer, Embed, & Downloads)

Are you looking for the best PDF plugins for WordPress but don’t know where to get started? By default, WordPress cannot generate or embed PDF files in posts or pages. This is where a PDF plugin comes in handy. You can create, edit, and embed… Read More »

How to Add Additional User Profile Fields in WordPress Registration

Posted on December 23rd, 2020 by Editorial Staff
How to Add Additional User Profile Fields in WordPress Registration

Do you want the ability to add new profile fields when users register on your WordPress site? Maybe you want to allow users to submit their social media profiles. Or you might want to have them submit their business phone number when registering. This can… Read More »

How to Create Chat Rooms in WordPress for Your Users

Posted on December 19th, 2020 by Editorial Staff
How to Create Chat Rooms in WordPress for Your Users

Recently one of our readers asked if it was possible to create chat rooms on your WordPress site for your users? A chat room hosted on your site will allows your visitors to chat with each other without needing to install a third-party chat client… Read More »

How to Create a Simple Event Calendar with Sugar Calendar

Posted on December 14th, 2020 by Editorial Staff
How to Create a Simple Event Calendar with Sugar Calendar

Do you want to add an event calendar to your WordPress website? There are lots of different plugins and calendar apps that can do this, but some are much too complicated or don’t work very well with WordPress. In this article, we’ll show you how… Read More »

How to Create Automated Workflows in WordPress with Uncanny Automator

Posted on December 10th, 2020 by Editorial Staff
How to Create Automated Workflows in WordPress with Uncanny Automator

Have you ever wanted to create automated workflows in WordPress to reduce admin tasks and save time? Many users perform manual tasks in WordPress to manage their website. Wouldn’t it be nice if you can automate these tasks and create smarter workflows for your users?… Read More »

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