Themes

Changing the footer in your WordPress admin panel lets you add a personal touch. This could mean adding your own credits, promoting something cool, or including useful links for users. The tricky part is that these tweaks often require diving into the code. If done incorrectly, you might break the …

Having a strong social media presence is more important than ever. The challenge is, that every social media platform has different requirements for cover photos, profile images, and article covers. This can be overwhelming! We have set up social media profiles for all our websites, so we know this challenge …

Adding a slide panel menu to your WordPress site can improve navigation, especially on mobile devices. This feature provides a smooth, beautiful animation when users tap the menu icon. A mobile-friendly menu makes it easier for visitors to explore your website on their phones or tablets. It ensures a seamless …

A custom page lets you use a different layout from the rest of your website. Many WordPress sites use custom page layouts for their sales pages, landing pages, webinar pages, and more. Over the years, we’ve created lots of custom pages on WPBeginner for different purposes. We’ve used them to …

At WPBeginner, we have helped countless readers customize their WordPress sites to improve the user experience, boost branding, and drive conversions. And we have seen that when done right, a one-of-a-kind navigation menu can help increase engagement and keep people on your site longer. The problem is that all WordPress …

The sidebar is a widget-ready area in your WordPress theme where you can show information that isn’t part of the main page content. However, sidebars can be distracting and take up valuable space. At WPBeginner, we’ve helped thousands of users with designing their WordPress sites. In our experience, there are …

When we design WordPress websites, one of the most overlooked yet crucial elements is the 404 error page. Many site owners don’t realize that a well-crafted 404 page can be a powerful tool for user retention and engagement. In our experience, a default 404 page is a missed opportunity. We’ve …

Looking to create a custom homepage that truly showcases your WordPress site? First impressions matter, and at WPBeginner, we’ve helped countless users create eye-catching homepages that engage visitors. The default WordPress homepage (while functional) often isn’t the most inviting way to welcome your audience. You want a homepage that highlights …

By default, most WordPress themes have a generic disclaimer in the footer, but this can make your site look unprofessional. It also leaves less space for your own links, copyright notices, and other content. Whether you are looking to declutter your footer or add your own branding, removing the default …

Remember when changing background colors in WordPress meant messing with code and hoping you didn’t break anything? We sure do. We’ve watched WordPress evolve from those early days to the current block editor system we have now. While the block editor has made customization much more accessible, we still see …