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WordPress Bans WP Engine Customers: Time to Switch for Seamless Service?

Chris Grant (he/him) September 26, 2024 0 Comments
As WordPress.org bans thousands of WP Engine customers it could be time to switch to O'Brien Media with free website migration and great performing WordPress website hosting In a significant development that has sent shockwaves through the WordPress community, WordPress.org has recently banned thousands of customers using WP Engine as their hosting provider. According to Search Engine Journal,...
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“WP Engine is Not WordPress”: Why Choosing the Right Hosting Matters

Chris Grant (he/him) September 25, 2024 0 Comments
In a recent blog post on the official WordPress website, Matt Mullenweg, the creator of WordPress, emphasised a crucial distinction that often causes confusion within the community: WP Engine is not WordPress. This clarification is essential for anyone looking to build, manage, or migrate their WordPress website. Understanding this difference can significantly impact your site's performance,...
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Why Custom Elementor Pages Outperform External Link List Services

Andrei Ghimpu September 23, 2024 0 Comments
Why Using Custom Elementor Pages on Your Website Is Better Than External Link List Services for Social Media Links Many businesses turn to third-party services like Linktree or similar external link list platforms to display a collection of important links. While these platforms might seem convenient, creating a custom Elementor page on your website offers a far more effective and versatile...
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New Features in WooCommerce 9.4: What Website Owners Need to Know

Chris Grant (he/him) September 21, 2024 0 Comments
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is essential for online businesses. WooCommerce, a leading eCommerce platform, has recently announced its pre-release updates for version 9.4, bringing a host of new features that are set to enhance the user experience and empower website owners. Let’s delve into the exciting updates that you can look forward to! Enhanced...
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Tumblr Migration to WordPress: What It Means for Your Tumblr Website

Chris Grant (he/him) August 30, 2024 0 Comments
In the ever-evolving landscape of content management systems, significant shifts can have far-reaching implications for businesses and individuals alike. One of the latest and most noteworthy developments is Automattic’s ambitious project to migrate Tumblr to WordPress. This move, spearheaded by the company behind WordPress.com, underscores the growing importance of WordPress as a platform and...
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Is Your Website Ready for Peak Season? A Comprehensive Guide

Chris Grant (he/him) August 29, 2024 0 Comments
As the year progresses, every business faces a crucial question: “Is our website ready for peak season?” Whether your busiest time of year is Black Friday, the Christmas rush, or a specific period for your industry, having a website that can handle increased traffic and demand is absolutely essential. At O’Brien Media, we’ve seen the significant impact that a well-prepared website can...
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WordPress 6.6: Elevating Your Website Design and Performance

Chris Grant (he/him) July 17, 2024 0 Comments
WordPress continues to innovate and evolve, offering users greater control, flexibility, and design options with the release of WordPress 6.6. This latest version brings an array of new features and improvements. Here’s a detailed look at what WordPress 6.6 has to offer: Create and Deploy Beautiful Design Elements With WordPress 6.6, designing cohesive and visually appealing websites has never...
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WooCommerce 9.1: Accessibility enhancements, product lookup optimisations, checkout styling, and more

Chris Grant (he/him) July 11, 2024 0 Comments
WooCommerce has announced the release of version 9.1, packed with exciting features and enhancements. This update aims to streamline the shopping experience and improve store management, bringing several significant improvements and new functionalities. Enhanced Product Lookup Tables One of the standout features in WooCommerce 9.1 is the optimisation of product lookup tables. This feature,...
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Understanding the Trend of Rising in Hosting Prices: Our Responsible Approach for Small Businesses

Chris Grant (he/him) July 03, 2024 0 Comments
In recent weeks, many website hosting companies, including well-known names like Bluehost, have been compelled to increase their prices. This shift can largely be attributed to the escalating costs of energy and hardware. As global energy prices soar and the demand for more advanced hardware intensifies, hosting providers are left with little choice but to pass some of these costs onto their...
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Boost Your Website Speed with the Latest Elementor Update

Chris Grant (he/him) June 27, 2024 0 Comments
At O'Brien Media, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch, high-performing websites for our clients. As avid users of Elementor and Elementor Pro, we're excited to share some fantastic the latest update of Elementor is here, and it's packed with performance improvements that are giving our customers' websites a significant speed boost! Why Speed Matters Website speed is crucial for several...
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