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WordPress

The latest WordPress news from our blog

WordPress is the world’s most popular website platform for a reason. In this section, you’ll find tips, tutorials, and insights on getting the most out of your WordPress site—whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your existing setup. From choosing the right plugins and themes to improving performance, security, and SEO, we cover everything you need to build and manage a powerful, user-friendly website with WordPress.
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Business
Chris Grant (he/him)

Why Small Businesses Thrive with a Small Local Web Agency

If you’re a small business owner looking for tailored, reliable support, here’s why choosing a local agency – like us here at O’Brien Media in Swindon – could be one of the smartest decisions you make.

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Digital Marketing
Chris Grant (he/him)

O’Brien Media: New Contact Forms Spam Protection Features

We’ve introduced three powerful new spam protection features that are now available for all customer websites with contact forms. These tools are designed to enhance security, improve the quality of form submissions, and help you focus on genuine leads.

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WordPress
Chris Grant (he/him)

WordPress 6.8 “Cecil” Released: What’s New in the Latest Update

On April 15, 2025, WordPress introduced its latest update: WordPress 6.8 “Cecil”, bringing with it a host of new features, performance enhancements, and accessibility improvements aimed at making the web more inclusive and dynamic for everyone.

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News
Chris Grant (he/him)

The Future of WordPress Security in 2025 and Beyond

WordPress itself has a good track record when it comes to security — especially in the core software. But its real power lies in its flexibility, with over 60,000 plugins and thousands of themes. That’s where the risk lies.

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Elementor
Chris Grant (he/him)

Why We Use WordPress and Elementor to Build Small Business Websites

At O’Brien Media, we specialise in building websites that not only look fantastic but also empower our clients to take control of their online presence. For most of the websites we create for small businesses, we use WordPress combined with the powerful Elementor visual editor.

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Business
Jenny O'Brien

O’Brien Media, the Go-To Agency for WordPress in Swindon

Choosing O’Brien Media means choosing a team that’s passionate about delivering high-quality WordPress websites. With a strong focus on customer service, technical expertise, we’re proud to be the go-to WordPress agency for businesses in Swindon and Wiltshire.