How do I secure my WordPress site against hackers?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem WordPress sites are common targets for hackers due to their popularity. If your site isn’t properly secured, it could be vulnerable to attacks like malware injection,...

How do I restore my WordPress site from a backup?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem Something has gone wrong—your site is broken, hacked, or missing content—and you need to restore it to a previous working state from a backup. Solution Restoring...

How do I back up my WordPress site?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem You want to protect your WordPress site from data loss due to hacks, server crashes, plugin conflicts, or accidental changes—but you’re not sure how to create...

How do I manage user roles and permissions in WordPress?

Applies to: WordPress.org (self-hosted)Last updated: May 2025 Problem You want to allow others to access your WordPress site—for writing posts, managing content, or performing admin tasks—but you’re unsure how to assign appropriate access levels....

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...