A WordPress Network, also known as a Multisite network, is a feature of WordPress that allows you to run multiple WordPress sites from a single installation of WordPress. With a WordPress Multisite network, you can create multiple sites with their own unique domain names, themes, and plugins, all managed from a single dashboard. WordPress Multisite Read More >
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Blogs and Content Management Systems
WordPress
While WordPress initially began as a blogging platform, it has grown into one of the most popular Content Management Systems used in creating all types of websites today.
BoldGrid
BoldGrid is a WordPress plugin suite that makes building websites a breeze. With fully generated sites, all you need to do is install it and then customize the content to make it your own!
Laravel
Laravel is a versatile and sophisticated PHP framework designed for building scalable and maintainable web applications with elegant syntax and powerful tools. Discover the power and elegance of Laravel through our step-by-step guides.
Moodle
Moodle is a free open source software for designing educational courses. Moodle is an abbreviation for Modular Object-Oriented Learning Environment. The software is also known as an Online Course Management System or Virtual Learning Environment.
Joomla
Joomla is an open-source content management system (CMS) for creating and managing websites, known for its flexibility and extensibility. Learn more about Joomla in our education channel!
Drupal
Create a powerhouse website with the help of the Drupal Content Management System. Make it even better with the large list of add-on modules. Conquer the competition by learning about Drupal here.
eCommerce
WooCommerce
WooCommerce is the official WordPress eCommerce system. It brings you the ease and simplicity of WordPress with powerful eCommerce features.
PrestaShop
PrestaShop is the most reliable and flexible open source eCommerce software. Built with a responsive interface per input from experienced designers and eCommerce business, the software is used by over 200,000 merchants online.
OpenCart
Looking for a complete guide for setting up an online store? Our OpenCart tutorials cover everything you need to know to get an online store up and running.
Magento
Magento is one of the most successful eCommerce systems in recent years. It has many powerful features and is very integrated compared to some other ecommerce systems. It is very popular with larger companies and many shops graduate to Magento after starting on more simple systems. Visit our Magento Hosting if you are not a current customer.
OpenCart
Looking for a complete guide for setting up an online store? Our OpenCart tutorials cover everything you need to know to get an online store up and running.
Our Software Tools
cPanel
cPanel is your tool for managing your hosting account. From creating email address to configuring database, cPanel’s tools will help get the job done.
WP-CLI
WP-CLI (WordPress Command Line Interface) is the a powerful tool built to allow the management of your WordPress sites through the Command Line Interface (CLI). Typically utilized by advanced users, our comprehensive guides can help anyone familiarize themselves with using this efficient tool to manage WordPress.
WebHost Manager
WHM is a tool only available to VPS Hosting and Dedicated Hosting users that allows you to, in essence, manage your server as your own web host.
EasyApache
EasyApache is the PHP and Apache configuration software built by cPanel. EasyApache can be complex but simple to use to control your PHP and Apache environments.
Email Setup & Deliverability
Everything Email
From basic setup to how to get the most out of your email, we’ll get you off to a good start with your new email accounts.
How to Save Your WebMail Client Login Page on an iPhone
If you’re an iPhone user you may not be aware of one of convenient options provided by the Safari internet browser provided with the phone software. It can help you save a webpage so that you can access it for immediate use. While this tutorial concentrates on using the shortcut for your webmail login page, Read More >
Log into Jetpack after IP Address Locked Out
The Jetpack WordPress plugin suite adds valuable performance and security features to your website. Among them is Jetpack’s brute force attack protection module you can enable in Settings → Security. There you can whitelist IP addresses to never block regardless of the amount of failed login attempts. But IP addresses used to modify the website Read More >
How WordPress 5.2 Combats the White Screen of Death
There’s never a convenient time to encounter the “White Screen of Death” on your site but unfortunately it happens to all of us at some point. In the past you’d be locked out, leaving you with few options: manually disable the themes and plugins or enable debugging–even before you see what the error even is. Read More >
How to Configure Greylisting Settings in WHM
When using Greylisting on your Dedicated server or VPS Hosting server you can adjust settings such as the deferral period and record expiration time. Adjusting these settings based on your email users can help them receive valid emails and reduce the amount of spam they receive. In this guide, we will show you how to Read More >
How to Track an Email Delivery in cPanel
Did you send an email to someone but they didn’t receive it? You can track an email in cPanel by running a delivery report. This will give you a summary of the email transmission including if it was successfully accepted. In this guide, we will show you how to track an email in cPanel by Read More >
How to Create a Slideshow in WordPress with Metaslider
(This article assumes you have a live WordPress website. Not quite there yet? That’s okay! We can get you up and running with WordPress Hosting.) Image Slideshows, also known as sliders are a popular way to display pictures on your site and catch the eye of visitors. The popular MetaSlider plugin for WordPress makes it Read More >
How to Open a Terminal Connection in WHM
Do you need SSH access to the root account of your hosting server? You can securely manage your server with command line right from the Web Host Manager or WHM. This saves time by bypassing the graphical user interface (GUI) and letting you administrate the server directly. In this guide, we will show you how Read More >
Migrating to WooCommerce from Shopify, BigCommerce, Volusion, OpenCart, and Magento
The WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is quickly becoming one of the most popular ways to manage an eCommerce business. Due to this, we are seeing many people migrating to WooCommerce from other eCommerce platforms. In this guide, we will go over some of the best options for moving your online store over to WooCommerce. Topics Read More >
Magento – Critical Security Updates
Issue: On 3/26/2019 the Magento Security team identified and released several security updates. This includes fixes for critical vulnerabilities in some versions of Magento. Who is Impacted? Websites running Magento Commerce 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 or Magento Open Source versions before 1.9.4.1. What should I Do? We are strongly encouraging all Magento Commerce and Magento Open Read More >
Adding a Cookie Notice for GDPR in WordPress
If you are using cookies on your WordPress site and have visitors from Europe, you should let them know. This requirement is due to the EU adopting the General Data Protection Regulations also known as GDPR. You can easily comply with GDPR requirements by implementing a cookie notice using a 3rd party plugin. (This article Read More >
Can I Use the Classic Editor Instead of Gutenberg in WordPress?
The Gutenberg editor, also known as the WordPress block editor, allows you to create and manage content via self-contained blocks. If you would prefer to use the classic WordPress editor, there’s an easy way to do that. In this article, you’ll learn how to disable the WordPress block editor in two different ways. Disable blocks Read More >
How to Use the Site Health Feature in WordPress
WordPress 5.2 will be introducing a great feature to get the most out of your web performance that checks exactly what it’s called – Site Health. Imagine any time you’re concerned about how you could enhance your WordPress website’s speed, security, and user experience. This new built-in feature allows you to easily view a lot Read More >
7 Free Video Editors
Free video editors are great for creators who can’t justify the costs of Adobe Premiere, Sony Vegas, and other proprietary options. Maybe they don’t work on your operating system (OS), at least without a lot of extra configurations like a virtual machine (VM) or dedicated partition for a supported OS. Videos, similar to podcasts, are Read More >
GDPR Compliance in PrestaShop 1.7
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance is important for all websites storing customer information. Below we cover how to improve GDPR compliance with the Official GDPR Compliance by PrestaShop module. Configure GDPR Compliance Log into PrestaShop. Select Modules & Services under Modules. Select Selection from the top and search “GDPR“. Press Install under Official GDPR Read More >
Test Podcast Feeds With Cast Feed Validator
It’s important to ensure your podcasts work with platforms such as iTunes and last.fm. Below we cover validating your podcast feed with Cast Feed Validator. Validate Feed Visit CastFeedValidator.com. Type your podcast feed URL and press Validate Your Feed! You’ll see all information for the podcast feed – e.g. image size, description, and validation issues. Read More >
Remove Older PHP Versions in WHM
As PHP 5.6 and 7.0 reaches end of life, VPS users will want to remove these packages to improve server security. Below we cover how to remove PHP versions using Easy Apache 4 in WHM. Remove PHP Versions Further secure your VPS with best security practices, ConfigServer & Firewall (CSF), and email authentication.
Connect PrestaShop with Clicky Analytics
After registering a Clicky Analytics account, PrestaShop 1.7 users can integrate Clicky with a free module available at prestatoolbox.com. Below we cover how to integrate Clicky with the free GetClicky module. Connect Clicky Analytics Download the GetClicky module at prestatoolbox.com. Log into PrestaShop. On the left, Select Modules & Services under Modules. Select Upload a Read More >
Protect an Archived Backup
Up-to-date backups are important for a proactive security plan in case you need to migrate your BoldGrid site. However, there may be a specific scheduled backup before a major change you’d wish to keep regardless of retention settings. Below we cover how to protect a BoldGrid backup and add backup info in BoldGrid Backup. Protect Read More >
Set Default Editor in BoldGrid Post and Page Builder
With WordPress implementing Gutenburg in version 5.0, you may prefer to specify your preferred editor for editing posts, pages, and block libraries with BoldGrid Post and Page Builder. Below we cover how to set your default editor and change it manually. Default Editor Change Manually Set Preferred Editor Select Settings under Post and Page Builder. Read More >
