We bring you some of the most frequently asked questions by users who are new to WordPress. These range from the very basic to somewhat advanced, but they are all questions that are raised again and again.
What is the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org?
The main difference, as far as being a WordPress user goes, is that WordPress.com is rather useful for a novice website builder since it simplifies the process immensely. On the other hand, it does not offer as much flexibility or control over the website building process as WordPress.org does. WordPress.org is usually preferred by the professionals and experts.
How secure is WordPress?
At its core, WordPress is rather secure and any problems that are found are dealt with quite quickly. On the other hand, it is up to you to harden your website and to keep it secure from hacking and other attacks.
Do I need a professional to build a WordPress blog or website?
Not really. With a basic understanding of the key concepts, anyone can build a blog or website on WordPress. There are lots of resources available online that can help you learn the basics and more.
Can I register my domain name at one company and host the site with another?
Yes, all you need to do is point the domain name to the hosting account.
Will I lose content if I change my WordPress theme?
No. WordPress is a database and stores all your content in the form of files. Changing the theme does not affect the content.
Is there any limit to the number of pages I can have per website?
Nope. WordPress does not impose any limitations on the number of pages.
How can I improve my WordPress site’s load time?
There are many little tricks that can help optimize the speed with which your site loads. One of them is to add caching plugins, so that the frequently visited pages are stored to and loaded from the user’s own computer, rather than being requested from the server each time. Secondly, ensure that none of the plugins installed are slowing the site down. Also, shared servers can contribute to slow load time. Consider hosting the site on a dedicated server.
What is the maximum number or plugins I can install on my WordPress website?
There is no limit to the number of plugins you can install. However, too many plugins or even a few poorly coded plugins can slow your site down immensely, so it is important to install plugins correctly.
Can I import the content of my blog from Blogger or Tumblr?
Yes, all you need to do is export the content and use Dashboard/Tools/Import to import it.
How can I add a contact form to my website?
Contact forms can be created on WordPress through a free plugin such as Contact Form 7. It allows you to display basic contact forms and works well for most sites. However, there are also other plugins out there that let you do a lot more with contact forms such as collect payments, capture email addresses, etc.
In this article, we have attempted to address many of the basic concerns that a WordPress beginner faces. We hope these frequently asked questions covered enough ground to clear some of the confusion regarding WordPress.