Running into errors while managing your WordPress site can be frustrating, especially when you’re not sure what’s causing them. The WordPress admin Ajax 400 (Bad Request) is one of these common and confusing errors. In our experience, it mainly happens when a code snippet triggers… Read More »
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If you’ve noticed that your website’s navigation menu appears underneath the WordPress admin bar, then you’re not alone. This is a common issue, and we have seen it on many websites. This issue can be frustrating, especially when it hides parts of your menu or… Read More »
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Whether you are managing a local business, community organization, or personal blog, using WordPress to show upcoming events has a lot of benefits. It can help increase awareness about your activities and boost participation as a result. Plus, when people have access to all the… Read More »
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If your business has a physical location, then you’ll need to make it easy for customers to find you. Adding a store locator to your website provides a convenient way for people to search for nearby stores, view their locations on a map, and get… Read More »
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Many of our readers have asked us if we can recommend any online form builders to simplify their workflows. After 15+ years of running websites on different platforms, we understand the importance of having user-friendly form builders that allow you to make contact forms, payment… Read More »
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Forms are important for any WordPress website because they allow you to connect with your visitors and collect their contact information. But sometimes, they can stop working, which can hurt the user experience and stop you from gathering essential data. Luckily, there are several ways… Read More »
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We’ve run online businesses and websites for years, so we know how long it can take to write emails to customers, leads, and subscribers. As a business owner, your time is valuable. You need to focus on growing your business, not just writing emails. Luckily,… Read More »
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You don’t have to wait until your posts are published before you check them for SEO. Real time content analysis tools will show you areas where you can optimize your articles while you are writing them. Content analysis works hand in hand with SEO. The… Read More »
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Many of our readers ask us if we recommend WPForms, Contact Form 7, or another WordPress form builder plugin. We’ve used both of these contact form plugins over the years, so we know that it can be tricky to pick the right option for your… Read More »
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Many visitors to food blogs are looking for the recipe instructions quickly, and a Jump to Recipe button can help them get there in just one click. This can be a great way to improve the user experience on your WordPress website. Here at WPBeginner,… Read More »
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Let’s face it: a generic contact form won’t be the most exciting thing your users see today. People crave engaging, personalized experiences. That’s where interactive lead generation comes in. It can transform how you connect with your audience and build valuable relationships. Think about it.… Read More »
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Many website owners struggle to collect user input without overwhelming those users with lengthy forms. Dropdown fields make forms simpler by presenting a concise list of options. This means that they could boost your form completion rate and improve the user experience. In this article,… Read More »
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WordPress is a fantastic platform for building websites and blogs. It’s easy to use, customizable, and free. However, like any other piece of software, WordPress websites require regular maintenance to function properly. Just setting up your WordPress site isn’t enough. To keep your site secure… Read More »
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Over the last 15+ years running WPBeginner and managing our other brand websites, we have seen almost every WordPress error you can think of. We’ve also learned that the most common reason for many errors is conflicting plugins. Plugin conflicts can cause a variety of… Read More »
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WordPress maintenance is just like mowing your lawn. You could spend the time and effort doing it yourself, but paying a professional will usually get you better results and leave you free to focus on other things. In our experience with using WordPress maintenance services,… Read More »
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Building an online community is a powerful way to engage with your audience, foster meaningful interactions, and drive long-term loyalty. Whether you’re looking to create a social space for your customers, a forum for like-minded individuals, or a support network for your products and services,… Read More »
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When you are managing your WordPress website, there’s nothing quite as frustrating as seeing it stuck in maintenance mode. This can be particularly alarming if you are in the middle of a crucial update or expecting heavy traffic. Maintenance mode can be caused by many… Read More »
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Many users now want to move away from Webflow because of its high costs and limited flexibility for website owners. Migrating from Webflow to WordPress can seem complicated, but it’s worth it. WordPress is flexible, more affordable, and offers many customization options through plugins and… Read More »
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Have you ever wished that you could do all your topic research, content optimization, and SEO auditing in one place? Most content optimization tools are simply too expensive for small businesses or offer very limited features to their users. This means that website owners either… Read More »
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If your SSL certificate expires, then users will see a warning message in their browsers telling them that your site may be unsafe. This is bad for your site’s user experience and search engine rankings. That’s why we recommend always having an up-to-date SSL certificate… Read More »
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SSH, or Secure Shell, is a powerful tool for managing your website remotely from a secure server. You can use different commands through a terminal interface to perform various tasks without having to open your site’s backend. Although SSH is typically used by more advanced… Read More »
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Lately, many of our readers who run WordPress agencies have been asking us how they can easily send maintenance reports to their clients. Keeping your client’s WordPress websites running smoothly requires ongoing maintenance. But beyond the technical tasks, clear communication is key to building trust… Read More »
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Recently, Webflow has faced criticism for forcing large websites on its platform to switch to expensive enterprise plans. This has left many users frustrated and searching for better alternatives. At WPBeginner, we understand the importance of selecting a flexible and affordable website-building platform. That’s why… Read More »
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Ever wished there was an easy way to display calendars, manage events, and sell event tickets from your WordPress site? Most event calendar plugins are either way too simple or overly complex. That’s why I acquired Sugar Calendar a few years ago. Today, I am… Read More »
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We’ve been experimenting with different QR code plugins in WordPress, and we discovered that they can do a lot more than just store information. For example, you can use them to sell products in your online store, collect payments, and more. That’s why we have… Read More »
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There’s a rumor going around that Pinterest is dead. But with close to half a billion active monthly users, that’s hard to believe. Pinterest is a visual discovery platform where users curate and share inspirational content through ‘pins’ while exploring a wide range of ideas… Read More »
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Your website’s .htaccess file is a tiny but important file that runs behind the scenes and acts like a set of instructions for your server. The file tells how to handle things like permalinks and security measures. Unfortunately, this file can get corrupted for various… Read More »
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At WPBeginner, we’ve been using different types of lead magnets for over a decade now to get readers to subscribe to our email list. So far, we have built lead magnets like ebooks, free tools, giveaways, checklists, and a lot more. We have also used… Read More »
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It’s quite surreal to type that WPBeginner turns 15 years old today! Time flies when you’re having fun especially with such an amazing community of website owners, small businesses, and web professionals. YOU ARE the best part of WPBeginner! Like every year, I will take… Read More »
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Many of our readers ask us about different ways to make money online with WordPress. While starting an online store or doing affiliate marketing are straightforward options, you might also be interested in creating a classified ads website. A classified ads website is an online… Read More »
The post How to Make a Classified Ads Website with WordPress (Step by Step) first appeared on WPBeginner.

When it comes to optimizing our websites for getting more traffic, we always look at the latest SEO trends and data for inspiration. Search engines are the most common way users discover information online, and strong SEO helps your website rank higher in the search… Read More »
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In the month of June 2024, we’ve seen a lot of exciting developments in the WordPress community. From AIOSEO plugin acquiring the LowFruits keyword tool to the WordPress core team releasing the beta version of WordPress 6.6, the list goes on. And that’s just a… Read More »
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At WPBeginner, we receive many requests from readers asking us if we recommend any support agencies for WordPress maintenance and management services. From our own experience of running multiple WordPress websites, we know that it can be tricky to handle everything behind the scenes. This… Read More »
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One of the questions we often receive from our readers is if there is a TikTok plugin that we recommend for WordPress users. We know firsthand how helpful TikTok can be for growing a social media audience and increasing brand awareness. But to integrate TikTok… Read More »
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Over the years, many users have reached out to us and our partner companies to ask about fixing broken WordPress databases. Keeping your WordPress website running smoothly requires a healthy database. If your database gets corrupted, then it can lead to many problems, including error… Read More »
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Are you having trouble sending emails from your WordPress site? One easy way to improve WordPress email reliability is by using the Amazon Simple Email Service, which is also known as Amazon SES. In this article, we will show you how to send emails from… Read More »
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When WPBeginner turned 14 years old in 2023, we threw a giveaway to celebrate, which is a long-standing tradition we’ve been following for over a decade now. One of the questions I often get asked is why we run giveaways on WPBeginner. With the giveaway,… Read More »
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Many of our readers are worried that moving a WordPress website or switching to a different SEO plugin will affect their website search rankings. Search is the primary traffic source for most websites, so you want to be extremely careful when migrating. In this tutorial,… Read More »
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Do you want to build an auction site like eBay using WordPress? An auction website allows users to bid on products to purchase them. This allows you to maximize profits while selling unique items. In this article, we will show you how to easily build… Read More »
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Do you want to add a mortgage calculator in WordPress? If you have a real estate or finance website, then a mortgage calculator can help visitors see whether they can afford the properties you are promoting. This can keep people on your website for longer… Read More »
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Are you wondering what a web-safe font is and what the best web-safe fonts are to use for WordPress? Imagine pouring weeks or months into designing a beautiful website. You’ve checked all the boxes, paying attention to details like choosing the right website theme and… Read More »
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Do you want to add categories and tags to images in your WordPress media library? Tags and categories can help you organize media files in a way that makes sense to you. This can make it easier to find images when you need them. In… Read More »
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Do you want to use artificial intelligence tools like DALL.E to generate images in WordPress? AI-generated images can be a good alternative to create images for your WordPress blog posts without worrying about copyright. In this article, we will show you how to use AI… Read More »
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Are you looking for the best technical documentation software for WordPress? Technical documentation software helps you easily write, edit, and manage documentation inside WordPress. This enables users to get the information they need without asking for support and helps you reduce support queries. In this… Read More »
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Do you want to add a recent comments page to your WordPress website? Displaying all of your most recent comments on one page is a great way to highlight the discussion happening on your website. With WordPress, creating a page like this is easy, thanks… Read More »
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Do you want to use a free SMTP server to send WordPress emails? By default, WordPress uses the PHP mail function, which is unreliable and often marks your emails as spam. Using an SMTP server is the best way to make sure that your WordPress… Read More »
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Do you want to create a recurring donation form in WordPress? The right WordPress plugins allow you to easily accept recurring donations on your website. That way, your organization can gain consistent funding to help with budget planning and executing long-term projects. In this article,… Read More »
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Do you want to restrict some of your WordPress content to registered or paid users? Often, bloggers use subscriptions or one-time payment models to monetize content on their websites. This is easy to set up if you have the right WordPress plugin. In this article,… Read More »
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Do you want to use Google search on your WordPress site? By default, WordPress comes with a built-in search feature, but it is not very good. By adding Google Search in its place, you can display more accurate and relevant search results to visitors. In… Read More »
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Are you looking for alternatives to a Google Business Profile website? Google has announced that it will start turning off all the free websites made for Google Business Profile users in March 2024. Unless you migrate to an alternative website, then visitors will see an… Read More »
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Do you want to create a video portfolio in WordPress? Videos are an engaging medium that can display your skills and creativity in a way that static images can’t. By default, you can easily embed videos in WordPress, but you can’t display them in a… Read More »
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Are you looking for a WordPress theme for crowdfunding? Many WordPress themes are geared towards corporate or blogging websites and may not be a good fit to help you raise funds for your organization or cause. In this article, we will share some of the… Read More »
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Do you want to create a news website but are not sure how to get started? News sites are popular among users all around the world. You can attract an audience from every corner of the world and build a brand. While it can be… Read More »
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Do you want to learn how to create custom meta boxes for your WordPress posts, pages, and custom post types? WordPress adds metadata to your content automatically, such as the publication date, categories, and tags. However, you may also want to add your own custom… Read More »
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Are you wondering how long it will take to see results from your SEO efforts? SEO involves using a bunch of techniques to improve your website’s rankings on search engine results pages (SERPs) to get more traffic. This is a marathon, not a sprint, and… Read More »
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Are you looking for the best WordPress themes for life coaches? Life coaches need WordPress themes to build professional websites for their brands. Ideally, the theme should also help promote services and get new clients online. In this article, we will share some of the… Read More »
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Do you want to speed up your WordPress site? Fast-loading pages improve the user experience, increase your pageviews, and can even help with your WordPress SEO. In this article, we will share the most useful WordPress speed optimization tips to boost WordPress performance and speed… Read More »
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