Category: Web Publishing

How do I create a custom 404 page in WordPress?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem When a user lands on a non-existent URL, they see a generic “404 Page Not Found” message. You want to customize this page to improve user...

How do I set a static homepage in WordPress?

Applies to: WordPress.org and WordPress.comLast updated: May 2025 Problem By default, WordPress displays your latest blog posts on the homepage. You want to show a custom static page instead—like a welcome, product, or landing...

How do I create a navigation menu in WordPress?

Applies to: WordPress.org and WordPress.comLast updated: May 2025 Problem You want to create or customize a navigation menu so visitors can easily find pages, posts, categories, or external links—but you’re not sure where to...

What are must-have plugins for a new WordPress site?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem You’ve set up your WordPress site, but you’re not sure which plugins are essential to improve security, performance, SEO, and overall functionality. Solution While every site...

How do I update or delete plugins in WordPress?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem You want to keep your plugins secure and functional by updating them—or you need to remove a plugin you no longer use—but you’re not sure how...

How do I install a WordPress plugin?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem You want to add functionality to your WordPress site—like SEO tools, contact forms, backups, or analytics—but you’re not sure how to install a plugin. Solution WordPress...