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What is WordPress Error – Timing is Out and how do I fix it?

A common WordPress error is: Connection Timed Out This is caused by possible resource limits, usually as a result of large plugins, theme function issues, and exhausted PHP memory limits.   This error can be fixed in very easy ways: 1. Increase the memory limit of PHP. This will enable to meet large plugin resources successfully. 2. Deactivate all plugins and then carefully remove the one that is causing the problem. 3. Switch to a default WordPress theme to identify if there are any problems caused by the theme itself.   Another cause of the timeout error is a low Maximum Execution Time value, that will cause the process to end before it is completed. This can be resolved by editing the Maximum Execution Time value within […]

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How To Change WordPress Reading Settings

This article covers the steps on how to change WordPress Reading settings. The Reading Settings enable you to modify the emails you send, adjust the Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feed, and personalise your WordPress website.  How to Change WordPress Reading SettingsAccess WordPress DashboardSite SettingsBlog Pages Related PostsRSS Feed SettingsAdditional InformationWhy Change WordPress Reading Settings?RSS FeedsLogin to Domains.co.za AccountAccess WordPress from your Domains.co.za DashboardAccess WordPress via cPanel from your Domains.co.za AccountWordPress can be Accessed Online via cPanel How to Change WordPress Reading Settings Access WordPress Dashboard To access these options, navigate to your WordPress Dashboar […]

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How To Fix A Missing Theme Error Message

An error message: Missing Theme, on the frontend of your website could be as a result of developing your website on a local testing environment and not correctly transferring the theme files to the live version. 1. Re-upload all theme files via SFTP – if you still see a white screen then please follow the following steps: 2. To make doubly sure that it is not the WordPress theme – go to your Control Panel’s File Manager 3. Locate the wp-content folder 4. Rename the the theme folder to disable it 5. If the theme was the issue, you should now be able to Login to the website via wp-admin   To rectify this, there are a few choices open: 1. Select a completely different theme 2. Roll the WordPress theme back to the previous versi […]

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What are the Discussion Settings on my WordPress Blog site?

The options available under Discussion are: 1. Default article settings – setup your default setting for links and postings – these can be overwritten for each individual article as well. 2. Other comment settings – a variety of settings including: Automatically closing comments on articles older than a specific number of days; nested comments levels; breaking comments into pages, etc. 3. Email me whenever – when comments are posted and/or held for moderation. 4. Before a comment appears – select manually approved and/or author must have a previously approved comment. 5. Comment moderation – allows the system to hold back a comment that has more than a certain number of links contained in it (this halts any C […]

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Do I need a Privacy Policy on my WordPress Blog site?

Yes, Privacy Policies are ALWAYS required when a third-party service is used to collect analytical data from your visitors and website performance. Should your website not be using a third party service to collect data, you are under no obligation to have a Privacy Policy in place. However, it is considered good web business practice to have a Privacy Policy page for transparency purposes, which actually states ‘that no personal data is collected,’ etc.. Please be aware that some third-party services; e.g. Google Analytics use cookies to collect information about visitors (and their online behaviour) to your website, have a Privacy Policy as a Term of Service and will require you to have it on your website. Similarly, Google […]

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If I take WordPress Hosting, can I keep my Domain Name and Email Accounts with my current provider?

Yes, you can. You can have your Warp-Speed WordPress Hosting on our Domains.co.za infrastructure and keep your domain name and email accounts with your current provider. Please Note: that you will have to ask your provider to Point your DNS settings to your WordPress website. Should you require assistance, or wish to transfer your domain across to us as well, please speak to our Sales Team and they will advise you. […]

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What Is WordPress And WordPress Hosting?

WordPress Hosting is the actually server platform to host WordPress websites. WordPress is a powerful, user-friendly platform that allows individuals and businesses to easily create, manage, and publish content without extensive technical knowledge or coding experience. Whether you’re a blogger or an ecommerce store, it offers a customisable platform with a huge range of themes, plugins, and features to help you build a professional website. What is WordPress?WordPress Website CustomisationWhat is WordPress HostingHow to Choose the Right Website Hosting Plan for Your WebsiteAdditional InformationExcellent Software SolutionsStrong SecurityLogin to Domains.co.za AccountAccess WordPress from your Domains.co.za DashboardAccess W […]

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Does WordPress have Free Templates?

Yes, WordPress offers a wide selection of free templates, also known as themes, that cater to various design needs. They can be found in the WordPress repository and added to your site via the dashboard accessed through the cPanel control panel in your WordPress Hosting plan. Choosing Free Templates for WordPressAdditional InformationFunctionality & DesignCustomising Free TemplatesLogin to Domains.co.za AccountAccess WordPress from your Domains.co.za DashboardAccess WordPress via cPanel from your Domains.co.za AccountWordPress can be Accessed Online via cPanel Choosing Free Templates for WordPress When choosing a WordPress theme, you gain access to various themes that control your site’s overall appearance and functionalit […]

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