How Gravatars Work in WordPress

Posted on June 25, 2015June 28, 2015 by sitemanager

Still trying to wrap your head around WordPress' Gravatars? By default, all WordPress users and visitors are given an avatar called a Gravatar. But this isn't your typical system in which users can simply pick and choose their avatar. Gravatars are universal, meaning a user's Gravatar will be displayed on all compatible sites. To learn more Gravatars and how they work, keep reading. Avatars, as you may already know, are small images placed next to user names. They are used as a form of personalization, allowing website users to distinguish themselves from others. Gravatars are pretty much t...

Is Guest Blogging Dead?

Posted on June 19, 2015June 27, 2015 by sitemanager

Guest Blogging: Defined Let's first go over the basic definition of "guest blogging," as some people are likely hearing about it for the first time. Guest blogging is exactly what it sounds: you write an article or post for another blog (as a guest) in exchange for a backlink to your own website or blog. The blog on which you are posting the content benefits from free content, while you benefit from a free link and hopefully traffic. You can find guest blogging opportunities through one of two ways: by using a middle-man website, such as MyBlogGuest.com, which connects guest bloggers to bl...

10 Easy Ways To Drive Traffic To Your Blog

Posted on June 15, 2015March 11, 2016 by sitemanager

Still struggling to drive traffic to your blog? It's no secret that traffic is a direct indication of a blog's success. When people begin to willingly visit your blog and its pages, you'll have an easier time converting them into customers (or generating leads for that matter). If you're struggling with this area, keep reading to learn 10 easy ways to drive traffic to your blog. #1) Refine Your Post Titles The right post titles can make a world of difference in your blog's search engine visibility. Normally, Google, Yahoo and Bing displays the title of a webpage in their search listings; the...

Tip: Embed Media Into Your Blog Posts

Posted on June 10, 2015March 11, 2016 by sitemanager

If you aren't embedding media into your blog posts, you're missing out on one of the easiest ways to make them more appealing to visitors. While uploading images is a great way to break up pure-text posts, you can create an even deeper and more complex blog post by embedding videos, tweets, Pinterest pins, and more. It's a quick and easy way to add value to your blog's content, which will subsequently attract more visitors and possibly even higher search engine rankings. YouTube Videos How do you embed a YouTube video? Once you've found a video that you'd like to display on your blog, click ...

Is Google Planning Another Panda Update?

Posted on June 5, 2015June 6, 2015 by sitemanager

Panda. Those five little words have struck so much fear into the hearts of webmasters and bloggers. When Google launched its first Panda update back in 2011, many people saw their sites' rankings drop overnight. But now there's talk of another Panda being released, it may happen sooner rather than later. What Is Panda? In case this is your first time hearing about Google's infamous Panda update, let me explain: "Panda" is the name given to a series of search ranking algorithm updates implemented by Google. The Mountain View company uses hundreds of different factors to determine where and ho...

How To Transfer a WordPress Site to a New Domain

Posted on June 3, 2015June 3, 2015 by sitemanager

Looking to transfer an existing WordPress site to a new domain? If you are reading this, I'm assuming the answer is yes. With traditional static sites, transferring involves nothing more than downloading the files from your old site and uploading them to your new one. Because WordPress uses databases, however, the process is a bit more technical. However, it can still be done, and we're going to walk you through the steps. Download The Core Files This alone isn't going to make your WordPress site appear on the new domain, but it's still one of the steps in the process of transferring it. Usi...

WordPress Posts vs Pages: What’s The Difference?

Posted on May 28, 2015May 28, 2015 by sitemanager

WordPress uses two different formats on which content is created and stored: posts and pages. Some users assume these formats are the same, with no distinguishable differences between the two. While they share some similarities in terms of appearance and function, however, posts and pages are two very different formats. Posts Posts are content-based entries that are displayed in chronological order (most recent appearing on top) on either the blog's home page by default. When you publish a new post, it will appear at the top of your home page, either in its entirety or as an excerpt (varies ...

Things To Consider Before Starting Your First Blog

Posted on May 26, 2015May 26, 2015 by sitemanager

Congratulations on your decision to start a blog. It's a fun and rewarding way to share your thoughts while laying the roots for a successful, long-lasting business. However, there are a few things you should consider before launching your blog. Content Management System One of the first things you should do when planning a new blog is to choose a content management system (CMS). As the name suggests, a CMS is designed to streamline the creation and management of a website's content. You can technically create a fully functional blog using nothing more than Notepad, but this is a tedious and...

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