Requiring WordPress admins to log in through SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) helps prevent hackers from stealing passwords. But what exactly is SSL, and how do you force it for logins? Until 1995, data was sent across the internet in plain text. If someone ordered a product with their credit card, the account number and all…
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Filtering Custom Post Types with Advanced Custom Fields and JavaScript
A common requirement in many WordPress sites that have large amounts of content is the ability to filter that content. Whether it be blog posts, products, or custom post types—filtering allows users to further specify what they want and receive the best information possible for their unique experience. While there are many great plugins out…
Hook Readers With These 6 Tips for Writing Headlines
The primary headline you choose is arguably the most essential part of your blog post or content piece. Quality content keeps readers engaged, but headlines are the first thing people read, and headlines often determine whether readers stay put or move on to something else. There are two goals for your headline: first, to reflect…
How to Generate and Manage Strong Passwords
You’ve probably read a lot of advice on everything you need to do to have a secure password. Some common password recommendations include: It has to be at least 12 characters long. It should use uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. It’s not a password you’ve used before or elsewhere. Don’t use dictionary words…