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How to Upload Files Using FTP

Written by Katrina

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What is FTP? The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard network protocol used for the transfer of computer files from a server to a client using the Client-server model on a computer network. How do we use it? Anytime you want to upload a file, fonts or image to your WordPress you’ll use this process to… [Keep Reading]

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How to Install Plugins

Written by Katrina

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What are plugins? Plugins are ways to extend and add to the functionality that already exists in WordPress. For an example, you want to control the spam that is received on your site. So you’ll need to add that functionality by using the Akismet plugin. How do I install a plugin? From your dashboard Plugins > Add New then… [Keep Reading]

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JPEG vs PNG The Showdown

Written by Katrina

Let’s answer that tedious question, do I use jpg or png for my site? Well first let’s define words (that’s always important). JPEG (jpg) stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group who created the standard. Often used in digital cameras and photographic equipment. PNG Portable Network Graphics is a raster graphics file format that supports lossless data compression. PNG… [Keep Reading]

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Installing Genesis Framework & Child Theme

Written by Katrina

What is the Genesis Framework? Frameworks are intended to be used as a parent theme template where all the functionality resides. Developers can then create a child theme to add custom styling while leaving the functionality aspects of it to the framework. This allows for a centralized location where all the functions are hosted. The… [Keep Reading]

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6 Steps To A Developer Friendly File

Written by Katrina

Developers love working with designers who make creating well-organized files a priority. It makes our job so much easier. Since I’ve gone full time as a developer only. I’ve noticed that there are still some designers that aren’t familiar with web design. So here are some steps that will keep your developer happy and out… [Keep Reading]

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Introducing Ariana Pro!

Written by Katrina

As one of our oldest yet favorite themes (first released on 12/16/14), we decided to give it a major and very needed upgrade. This theme has been re-coded for the latest version of WordPress and the Genesis Framework. I can not wait for you to add this adorable theme to your site. Here are some… [Keep Reading]

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Introducing Simply Noted Pro

Written by Katrina

This is the moment you’ve been waiting for… Simply Noted is now Pro. You fell in love with our free Simply Noted theme. Now it’s time to fall in love with Simply Noted Pro. This version gives you the boost you need to customize and showcase your writing skills. So let’s upgrade your site, with… [Keep Reading]

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Add Custom Fonts To Your ConvertKit Form

Written by Katrina

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You have custom fonts you’ve installed on your site and you want your ConvertKit forms to stay on brand. Not a problem. First, make sure to install your fonts onto your site and that they’re working. You can click here to learn how to install fonts on your site. How do I find out what… [Keep Reading]

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How To Change Your Domains DNS

Written by Katrina

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Change Domains DNS Before I show you how to change your domain’s DNS first what does DNS even mean and what does it do? Domain Name Servers (DNS) are the Internet’s equivalent of a phone book. They maintain a directory of domain names and translate them to Internet Protocol (IP) addresses. This is necessary because,… [Keep Reading]

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4 Steps to DIY Your Way to A Professional Looking Website

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When you’re just starting out and getting the hang of things, still working out what your business is, who your ideal client is (and who isn’t) and what your unique selling point is, you probably don’t have the budget for a custom website nor do you need one. There are plenty of how-tos and tools… [Keep Reading]

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Okay so here me out.... the New Year is quickly ap Okay so here me out.... the New Year is quickly approaching. How confident are you in your #WordPress site's performance? 
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If the answer is not really, slide in my DM's or comment below, and let's talk about it.
As I sit here watching #ACharlieBrownChristmas and As I sit here watching #ACharlieBrownChristmas and drinking what could only be my 64568 drink of either booze or coffee. Considering I've been up since yesterday as children and dogs don't care about your slumber. 
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I wanted to wish you all a #MerryChristmas and if you don't celebrate that's cool. Have a terrific day off, do some #SelfCare because that shit's important.
So you have a WordPress site but you haven't been So you have a WordPress site but you haven't been taking care of the necessary task required to keep your site running smooth. No worries, we're here to help you with that.
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Does this sound like your site?
‼️ Your site is suddenly running slower than usual?
‼️ You've noticed a drop in your website traffic?
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Noticing suspicious activity on your such as...
👉🏾 New Accounts
👉🏾 Forgot Password Request
👉🏾 Login Attempts
👉🏾 Random links appearing on your site
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There's a potential threat to your site due to a lack of much-needed maintenance that hasn't been performed on the site.
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What' is included in the WordPress Security Audit?
🛠️ Checking the updated status of all your plugins and themes.
🛠️ Doubling checking your General Settings to stop bots from signing up to your site
🛠️ Run a security scan for vulnerabilities.
🛠️ A full breakdown of recommendations on how to improve your site performance.
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Sounds like a service your need? 
It is, so DM for the #WordPressAudit today and get your site secure in less than 24 hours.
Let's work on giving your website the maintenance Let's work on giving your website the maintenance and protection it deserves. Because your business and your customers suffer when you aren't taking care of your site. 
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Using a strong password keeps your accounts safe from being hacked.
✔️Has 12 characters minimum.
✔️Has numbers, symbols, capital, and lower case letters
✔️Isn't a dictionary word
✔️Doesn't rely on obvious substitutions (pets names)
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Installing an SSL certificate and why it matters if you have one?
✔️HTTPS protects the privacy and security of your users. 
✔️HTTPS protects the integrity of your website
✔️Search engines like Google prioritize HTTPS sites and boost your SEO. 
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Without HTTPS the data going to and from your site will pass through unsecured. 
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It's important to NEVER use 'admin' as a username. It's the first thing hackers use to take over your site. 
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Change your user name ASAP, here's how...
1️⃣You'll need to create new users imply by doing Users > Add New.
2️⃣Use an email address that's not currently attached to Admin. You can always change it later. 
3️⃣Choose a strong password, None of this pet name, family member nonsense. See above for ways to create a strong password. 
4️⃣Don't forget to assign the role as an administrator. You'll need to move everything over to the new user when you delete Admin.
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Daily website backups, a good hosting company will have this as one of the main features. Great hosting is also very important to maintenance. 
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Last but not least, keep those plugins up to date.
Are you launching new web projects in the new year Are you launching new web projects in the new year and in need of a developer? Let's turn that dream come true design of yours into a real-life functioning WordPress site. 
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I'm currently booking custom theme development spots for 2021. Apply on the site. 👊🏾
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"Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and mor "Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity...it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow." Melody Beattie
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2020 has continued to be the roller coaster no one asked to get on. I actually broke my face at the start of the year. 
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Enjoy your small gatherings this year so that those lives will be here die future family gatherings. 
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There’s so much to be grateful for and I am thankful to all of you. 
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1. My health. I haven’t had a set back all year with my autoimmune disease. Regardless of fracturing my jaw early this year as a result of said disease. I haven’t been hospitalized all year. 🙌🏾
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2. Because I Katrina proof my business. It’s still running even with financial shit that comes with this pandemic.
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3. Finding what could be potentially a life partner. (I keep things on the low but you nosy it’s on my personal page @thekatrinam) 
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What are you grateful for?
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#HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving2020 #QuarantineThanksgiving

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