WordPress

WooCommerce 9.0: Transforming Small Business E-commerce

Chris Grant (he/him) June 19, 2024 0 Comments
As a small business owner, staying competitive in the digital marketplace is essential. WooCommerce, a leading e-commerce platform, has just launched its latest version, WooCommerce 9.0, packed with features designed to enhance the shopping experience for both you and your customers. Enhancing the Checkout Experience The checkout process is critical for conversion rates, and WooCommerce 9.0...
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Ultimate Guide to WordPress Site Management in 2024

Chris Grant (he/him) May 23, 2024 0 Comments
Managing a WordPress site can seem daunting, but with the right strategies and tools, it can be a smooth and efficient process. This guide aims to provide you with comprehensive insights into WordPress site management, ensuring your site runs seamlessly and effectively. WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world, powering millions of websites. To make the...
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Take your site-building experience further with WordPress 6.5

Chris Grant (he/him) April 05, 2024 0 Comments
Take your site-building experience further with WordPress 6.5. Explore more avenues to make it your own, with new features and enhancements that will help fine-tune your creative work. Discover the latest additions to the developer experience, with fresh foundational tools poised to transform the future of blocks. Add and manage fonts across your site The new Font Library puts you in control of...
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Astra Theme Vulnerability Puts 1 Million+ WordPress Sites at Risk

Chris Grant (he/him) March 28, 2024 0 Comments
A Wake-Up Call for Website Owners Worldwide In a recent revelation that's sent shockwaves through the WordPress community, a significant security vulnerability has been discovered in the Astra theme, affecting over a million websites. This flaw not only exposes sites to potential attacks but also underscores the inherent risks associated with using popular pre-made themes. Understanding the...
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WooCommerce 8.7 has arrived!

Chris O'Brien March 27, 2024 0 Comments
WooCommerce 8.7 has arrived! This new version introduces a wide range of updates, including a rendering engine for printing order receipts, Product Collection block enhancements, an experimental additional fields API for checkout, and more. If you're an O'Brien Media customer with a WooCommerce site get in touch about an upgrade! Transform how you process high-risk payments Building a store in a...
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Why opt for a professionally designed WordPress website over website builders

Chris Grant (he/him) December 19, 2023 0 Comments
In today’s digital world, a robust online presence is essential for businesses of all sizes. While website builders like Wix offer a quick route to getting online, they come with limitations that can stymie your business’s long-term growth. At O'Brien Media, we champion professionally designed WordPress websites, and here are the reasons why. 1. Customisation and Flexibility Website Builders'...
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Unveiling WordPress 6.4 “Shirley”: The Latest WordPress Release

Chris Grant (he/him) November 08, 2023 0 Comments
Your digital landscape is about to get a significant upgrade with the introduction of WordPress 6.4 "Shirley," the latest and most intuitive WordPress release. At O'Brien Media, where innovation meets expertise, we are excited to guide you through the new features that are set to revolutionize your website's performance. What's New with WordPress 6.4 "Shirley"? Named in honour of Shirley...
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Toolset 1.6.9: Enhancements for Integration with WordPress 6.4

Chris Grant (he/him) November 07, 2023 0 Comments
WordPress 6.4 is being released today with new features and improvements. A plugin used on a lot of websites we create, called Toolset, needs an update to version 1.6.9 to ensure compatibility with this latest version of WordPress. If you use Toolset Blocks or Toolset Forms, this update is essential to ensure your website works well with WordPress 6.4.Here’s what else you can expect: Updates...
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Why O’Brien Media Still Champions the Classic WordPress Editor

Chris Grant (he/him) October 22, 2023 0 Comments
In the ever-evolving world of web development, choices abound. One such choice that has garnered attention in recent years is the selection between WordPress's Classic Editor and the newer Gutenberg Block Editor. At O'Brien Media, we've made a conscious decision to stick with the Classic Editor for our website design and development projects. Here's why: 1. Simplicity and Familiarity The Classic...
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WordPress 6.2.2: A Critical Update for Your Website’s Security and Functionality

Chris Grant (he/him) July 28, 2023 0 Comments
The WordPress community is buzzing with excitement as the latest version, WordPress 6.2.2, was unveiled on May 20th, 2023. While not a monumental update, it packs a significant punch when it comes to security enhancements and bug fixes. In this article, we'll explore the key changes in this release, why it's crucial to stay updated, and how you can ensure plugin and theme compatibility without...
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