Byte Technology

JUNE 27, 2017

Whereas seasoned WordPress pros know all about database optimization, newbies to the platform may be a little in the dark as to the why, when and how of the process. Essentially, optimizing your WordPress database gets rid of unwanted data and greatly improves efficiency and, therefore, performance.

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Byte Technology

MARCH 2, 2017

And that trend goes beyond simple appearance: users should be able to navigate through a site, makes purchases, leave comments and more as seamlessly as if they were sitting behind a monitor at a desk. Now, WordPressers can take their site to a mobile app version via some great plugins. But have no fear.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

After all, running a site—a successful site—takes a lot of time: there’s a constant need to make updates, post new content, respond to user comments and more, and our present go-go climate doesn’t allow for as much static and dedicated “office” time as it did in the past. Here are some good ones to check out.

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Byte Technology

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Ask any WordPress designer or seasoned administrator what is one of the most important aspects of keeping a website safe and secure and you’ll no doubt get a vehement answer: back up! And the sad reality is that too many WordPress users—especially beginners—believe that having a backup system in place is of no importance.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

And although that number includes a lot of fly-by-nights sites and those who don’t have staying power, blogging—especially via a WordPress site, an innovator and leader in the technology—is still a force to be reckoned with on the Internet. Utilizing WordPress plugins and widgets, be sure to plant social share buttons on your pages.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

He’s spent the last three years specializing in WordPress and conversion optimization, and is an active proponent of coding guidelines. Enter WordPress. WordPress is the most popular website builder on the internet, and for good reason. Use WordPress’s extensive community to find resources. Research and add plugins.

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Byte Technology

JANUARY 12, 2017

One of the biggest obstacles bloggers encounter—whether they’re on the WordPress platform or not—is how to create content that is based on currently trending topics. Comment Sections. If you have the time, visit some other blog sites that are popular and read through the comments sections.

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Byte Technology

MARCH 16, 2017

Thankfully, for those organizations that work from a WordPress-based website, it turns out it’s incredibly easy to add elements to their pages that allow for monetary donations: the trick is knowing how to set them up and customize them for a unique look that adds appeal for their specific cause or charity.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 29, 2010

A recent comment from Ichi (working on social media for good in Japan w/ SocialCompany.org ) asked after the tools I was using on this blog to bring in comments via Twitter. There are my three most-used Wordpress plugins : Postalicious ( Get this plugin ). Tags: blogging howto plugins twitter wordpress.

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Byte Technology

APRIL 6, 2017

Thankfully, WordPress makes it easy, and there are no less than three ways to go about the process. Of course you needn’t worry that people will run rampant across your pages with their own personal posts: you, the admin, will have the ability to moderate comments and content and approve only what you deem appropriate and useful.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 19, 2011

As a user and developer of WordPress since 1.x If you want a really detailed look, please read the very exhaustive, recently released, updated Idealware report on OpenSource CMS , which includes Drupal, WordPress, Joomla and Plone. Feel free to make comments on what I got wrong.). Michelle Murrain , Drupal Developer, OpenIssue.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 22, 2013

Attendees learn how to insert images and videos into blog Posts, monitor stats and comments, and strategically create Pages. From basic to advanced, this webinar thoroughly explores the WordPress.com tool set. Blogging best practices in terms of post frequency, tone, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) are also covered in detail.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 12, 2013

Attendees learn how to insert images and videos into blog Posts, monitor stats and comments, and strategically create Pages. From basic to advanced, this webinar thoroughly explores the WordPress.com tool set. Blogging best practices in terms of post frequency, tone, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) are also covered in detail.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 18, 2013

Attendees learn how to insert images and videos into blog Posts, monitor stats and comments, and strategically create Pages. From basic to advanced, this webinar thoroughly explores the WordPress.com toolset. Blogging best practices in terms of post frequency, tone, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) are also covered in detail.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Attendees learn how to insert images and videos into blog Posts, monitor stats and comments, and strategically create Pages. From basic to advanced, this webinar thoroughly explores the WordPress.com toolset. Blogging best practices in terms of post frequency, tone, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) are also covered in detail.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

Attendees learn how to insert images and videos into blog Posts, monitor stats and comments, and strategically create Pages. From basic to advanced, this webinar thoroughly explores the WordPress.com toolset. Blogging best practices in terms of post frequency, tone, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) are also covered in detail.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 24, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #5: WordPress January 24, 2008 It seems like a good day to talk about WordPress. Anyway, WordPress is a blogging tool (in fact, the one that runs this blog.)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Here’s an example of how Facebook, Gmail, and other apps use push notifications on a mobile phone: Push notifications can be automated from the app itself, like when someone comments on your pictures in Facebook, or sent intentionally by app developers.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2009

and WordPress, to be fair) as having notably bad [emphasis mine] security, they’re also both based on one superficial metric: self-reported vulnerabilities.&# Because, indeed, it does have more reported security vulnerabilities than Plone (as do Joomla and WordPress.). Solid, which is only one step below Excellent.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

That comment isn’t meant to cast shade; just to point out that although the bots are fun, there are still some hurdles involved in really putting them to work. There is a diverse selection of vendors, including HubSpot, Salesforce, and WordPress. Salesforce and WordPress offer similar products. Humans still do better creative.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2009

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments April 3, 2009 Now that the Idealware CMS report is out, I get to have my say about it. Here’s the first post, there might be more to come. 7 admin 04.07.09

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Byte Technology

AUGUST 15, 2017

So why wouldn’t you do the same for your WordPress website? After all, WordPress sites are made up of many different component parts, including the core program, hosting, software, plugins and even themes. WordPress experts continually harp about the importance of backing up your site, and for good reason.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

1) Use Facebook as your page and like and comment on other pages. 2) Be generous with +1′s and comments on Google+. 4) Be generous with likes, comments, and repins on Pinterest: 5) Be generous with likes, reblogs, and replies on Tumblr. 6) Like and comment on blog posts on WordPress.

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Byte Technology

JANUARY 26, 2017

Here are a handful of simple actions the WordPress layman can initiate to help in the aftermath of hack. If you update your pages daily, try to find the most recent backup available—unfortunately you may still lose the most recent posts, comments etc., It’s a sad and unfortunate reality that any website—large or small—can get hacked.

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Judi Sohn

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

Mobile Safari and the WordPress browser editor are not a good combination. I tried blogging a few times from the official WordPress app but it's terrible too. It's fine for moderating comments, frustrating for composing complete posts. Tagged: Blogging , Poster , WordPress. Late last week, I found Poster.

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Byte Technology

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Creating a ton of great content is a wonderful thing for a blogger utilizing a WordPress-based site. The leader of the pack is, well, Jetpack , created by the good folks at WordPress themselves. But what happens when—heaven forbid—you create too many stellar posts?

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Byte Technology

MARCH 18, 2015

WordPress users can also take advantage of slapping the buttons everywhere through any number of plugs that do all the work for them. Seek out Comments. By adding Facebook commenting to pages on your site, each time someone leaves a comment on the FB plugin a link to your website is automatically shared. Use Sharing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

WordPress plugins, such as SocialSnap or Yoast , allow you to easily set up Twitter Cards for your website and blog, but if your site is not built using WordPress, your website developer will need to customize your website and blog to enable Twitter Cards. 6) Respond to and engage with followers.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 6, 2010

Monday’s post focused on the content; Wednesday’s post looked at fueling comments. Thanks to everyone that’s shared comments so far in this process – it’s been a great experience and I am so thrilled to have such thoughtful, honest, sharing folks like YOU contributing here! Site search. Focus: Everything Else.

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M+R

JULY 6, 2023

We know from our media advocacy campaigns that Twitter offered a public gathering place for journalists, thought leaders, and influencers to exchange ideas and comment on the news cycle. It offers a solution for campaigns and orgs looking to post links and focus on rapid response and breaking news. We think Threads can fill that gap.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Ask any WordPress site owner what they most want and you’ll undoubtedly get an answer somewhere along the lines of “repeat visitors” or “loyal users.” Incrwd’s designers have shown that the program increases page views as well as time spent on a site, social shares, comments etc. while decreasing bounce rates.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2006

I got a comment on one of my vlogging for nonprofits posts from Devlon of LoadedPun who tipped me off to a wordpress plugin that he created for live vlog/blog pledge drives. (It It was used for the HaveMoneyWillVlog project.)

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Top feature: Take social media interactions a step further with engagement tools , which help you respond to messages from followers, comment on other posts when appropriate, and track engagement over time. Fees or limitations: The WordPress free plan offers unlimited pages and users. The professional plan is $24.50/month.

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Forum One

MARCH 23, 2023

Attendees commented how this was nearly like being in person at an event and made their experience more personal and collaborative. Forum One worked with PacSci to redesign and develop their website in WordPress to highlight the museum’s post-pandemic reopening and connect audiences with their expanded slate of digital events and exhibits.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 25, 2011

Perhaps you can tell me in comments. For the curious (well, OK, it was mostly me who was curious): There are 409 posts and 922 comments. WordPress vs. Drupal… Fight! Was this blog a success? I don’t know how to answer. For a good while, I had a lot of fun doing it. I hope I was at least a little helpful.

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Judi Sohn

JULY 23, 2010

After my old self-hosted WordPress blog hosted by MediaTemple was compromised over the weekend ( one of many )*, I exported the content (and removed the malicious injected link that started all the trouble) and redirected all traffic to judisohn.com and momathome.com to come here to my Posterous blog. All the posts and comments are there.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 15, 2007

I’ve moved it off of Typepad, and onto Wordpress. I’ve been rather impressed by how easy Wordpress was to set up and use, and how easy the migration process was. Choosing a theme Migrate the posts and comments (exporting it from typepad, importing into wordpress – all web gui based, very easy.

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