Web Hosting Tips & Resources From NameHero
Dig is a Linux tool standing for “Domain Information Groper” (yeah, it’s weird, but it is what it is). It’s used to get DNS information for a particular domain. Other tools do this, most notably “ping”, but dig allows users to go a step further and query specific DNS servers. This is useful for debugging, […]
An important part of running a WordPress site is ensuring that it ranks in the search results. This means using an SEO plugin to optimize your pages with keywords and implement other strategies. But which is the best solution? Many popular SEO plugins provide on-page recommendations, XML sitemaps, and schema markup. However, you can also […]
You might have encountered the term “sitemap” but don’t know what it is (or why it’s important). Most people recognize that it has something to do with search engine optimization (SEO). But how does that work exactly? An XML sitemap is a list of all the public URLs on your WordPress site, and a critical […]
As a WordPress user, there comes a time when you have to deal with error messages and warnings. Many troubleshooting guides direct you to the WordPress error logs. But what are they? WordPress error logs list all the issues on your site, including the error code and the date/time they occurred. They make it possible […]
The built-in email function in WordPress is fine for basic needs, but it lacks reliability and customizability. That’s why you might consider creating a custom email for your site. But how do you go about this? The simplest way to fix email deliverability issues is to use a reputable SMTP email service like NameHero. This […]
We’ve seen how bash shell scripts work in Linux, and allow you to automate complex actions. Bash functions are essential to shell scripts – they help keep code clean and modular. While bash isn’t a traditional programming language, there are many similarities, even though it doesn’t have some more advanced functionality than modern programming languages, […]
WordPress.com offers a quick and easy way to launch a WordPress website. However, there are several restrictions on the free and starter plans. So, you might be considering the WordPress Business plan. The WordPress Business plan is slightly more flexible than the cheaper packages. You can install your own plugins, add custom code, and connect […]
No matter what type of website you run, images make your content visually appealing and engaging. However, if you use the wrong WordPress image sizes, you can disrupt the user experience (UX) and slow down your website. That’s why it’s important to learn how to display and optimize your photos effectively. While your theme offers […]
A WordPress theme defines the look and feel of your website. However, some themes are best suited to particular types of sites. So you might be wondering: what’s the best WordPress theme for blogs? Dedicated blog themes come with all the pages, features, and functionality you might need. Beginner bloggers might require an easy way […]
Do you organize events? A well-designed website can help you promote them, manage registrations, and sell tickets. But if you’ve never created a site, you’re likely wondering how to get started. Fortunately, user-friendly platforms like HeroBuilder make it easy to create an events website (and any other type of site). They offer pre-made templates that […]