Automated WordPress backups: Why you need them & how to set them up

A picture of keyboard letters spelling "backups" on an orangey-red background. This week's article is all about automated WordPress backups

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: backups aren’t optional, they’re essential. But we know that nobody wants to spend their precious time manually downloading backups every week like it’s 2009. That’s where automated WordPress backups come in. Whether you’re running an online shop, a blog, or the digital hub of your empire, … Read more

What is a cache?

Picture of a speedo - because a website cache won't always fix your site speed problems

When it comes to websites, the word cache gets thrown around quite a lot. But what actually is a cache? And why do people keep talking about it when it comes to speeding up your site? At its core, a cache is just a way of storing information so it’s quicker to load the next … Read more

The importance of secure web hosting & how to pick a web host that won’t betray you

Picture of a bull in a dark suit - a bit like a bodyguard. But for your website. That's why you need secure web hosting!

Picking a web host can be a bit like dating. Some hosts will promise you the world, whisper sweet nothings about “99.9999999% uptime,”* and dazzle you with rock-bottom prices. But behind the scenes some of them can be a total security nightmare, leaving you vulnerable to cyber attacks, data breaches, and slow-loading websites that make … Read more

When to upgrade your web hosting: A simple guide for WordPress users

When to upgrade your web hosting - well, if your site is running as slow as this picture of a tortoise on a beach, that's a pretty good sign!

We’ve said it before: your website is like a digital storefront. If it’s slow, unreliable, or constantly crashing, it’s much like visiting a physical store which has flickering lights and a broken front door. It’s not exactly going to encourage you to part with your hard-earned money. If your WordPress site isn’t performing like it … Read more