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News & Articles

• WordPress vs Shopify: Comparison in 2025 (zonewp.com)
  Choosing between WordPress and Shopify can feel overwhelming if you’re a business owner, website owner, or e-commerce entrepreneur. Both platforms have benefits, and your needs will determine which is ideal for you. Using information from current 2025 trends, this article breaks it down into straightforward areas like cost, customization, ease of usage, and more.
• WordPress 6.8 Expected Features and Changes (wp-content.co)
  WordPress 6.8 will be the first major release of 2025 and is scheduled to be released on April 15, 2025. As seen with the previous releases, the pattern for the release cycle is the same with Beta versions followed by the Release Candidate. A few focus areas for the upcoming WordPress 6.8 release are design improvements, various API improvements, Speculative Loading, and more. This release will introduce fewer features as compared to previous releases and will be more of a polish and bug-fix release.
• WordPress vs Wix? The Decision That Could Make or Break Your Site (www.cloudways.com)
  Choosing between WordPress and Wix is like deciding between building a custom home or moving into a furnished apartment. Both have pros and cons, but your choice depends on your needs, budget, and goals. WordPress is a powerful, open-source platform loved by developers and large businesses. Wix, on the other hand, is a user-friendly website builder designed for simplicity. But which one is better for you?
• SEO in 2025: 10 Biggest Trends with Actionable Examples (oceanwp.org)
  
• Advantages for Installing WordPress onto Your Website (gracethemes.com)
  
• The Top SEO Podcasts For 2025 (www.searchenginejournal.com)
  
• Content Writing Trends (getsocialguide.com)
  
• WordPress 6.8 Beta 3 (wordpress.org)
  

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Plugin News

• 20 Best WordPress CRM Plugins to Boost Your Business (www.sktthemes.org)
  CRM or customer relationship management is the cornerstone of any successful business operation. Irrespective of the type of the company or undertaking you are trying to boost, the number of potential clients is what lets you stay ahead of your competitors or rivals. However, having a powerful army of clients and customers is only half of the work. Nurturing productive and mutually beneficial cooperation with them.
• 10+ Best WooCommerce Marketing Plugins to Scale Your Online Business (rextheme.com)
  Running a WooCommerce store is exciting—until you realize how much work goes on behind the scenes. Managing products, improving checkout flow, optimizing for SEO, and keeping customers engaged isn’t as simple as just setting up a store. And without the right tools, it’s easy to feel stuck, constantly fixing things instead of focusing on growth. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to do everything manually.
• 5 Non-Profit Crowdfunding Plugins for WordPress To Raise More Funds (www.wpcharitable.com)
  
• The 7 Best Google Analytics WordPress Plugins For your Website (gracethemes.com)
  
• Top 7 WordPress Real Estate Plugins for 2025 (wedevs.com)
  

Theme News

• Best Catalog WordPress Themes for Your Business (gracethemes.com)
  Running a business in this decade is more about establishing a sound digital presence more than anything else. The discoverability of your business now largely depends on the factor if people are able to find it online or not. This is where having a great looking and functional website becomes a compulsion for all business owners. As per a statistical report, email, website, and social media are the top three marketing tools used by small businesses. By getting a great website, you can entail the three for your business growth.

Tutorials

• Advanced Strategies for a Smooth WordPress Migration (pagely.com)
  Thinking about moving your website to WordPress? Whether you’re upgrading, switching hosts, or merging multiple sites, the process can feel overwhelming. Downtime, broken links, data loss, and SEO disruptions are common risks. That’s where a WordPress migration expert comes in—to handle the heavy lifting and make your transition smooth. Here’s a comprehensive roadmap to help you figure out the nuances of a successful WordPress migration while avoiding common pitfalls.
• Turn Your Fitness Expertise Into Income: 5 Steps to Selling Workout Plans Online (www.cozmoslabs.com)
  Selling workout plans in-person can work initially. But after some time, the limitations can become obvious. For instance, you’re restricted to working with clients in your area who can match your availability. It makes sense that you might start wondering how to sell workout plans online. Well, with the right tools, the process isn’t as technical as it seems. Then, you’re free to sell programs to a global audience and monetize your online content to boost profits.
• WordPress for Small Business: A Complete Guide to Building and Managing Your Website (www.cloudways.com)
  
• How to Improve WordPress Site Navigation for Better Engagement (tribulant.com)
  
• 4 Ways to Install WordPress: Automatic vs. Manual Methods (crocoblock.com)
  
• WordPress Auto Update: The Definitive Guide (blogvault.net)
  

Podcasts and Videos

• Shifting Your Business Mindset | kitchensinkWP (kitchensinkwp.com)
  
• Unlock the Secrets of WordPress Efficiency | WP Plugins A to Z (wppluginsatoz.com)
  
• WordPress Speed: Akshat Chaudhary on Airlift’s One-Click Optimisation | WP Builds (wpbuilds.com)
  
• An Influencer Marketing Strategy 101 Guide Membership Websites - Part-2 | The Membership Machine Show (www.wp-tonic.com)
  
• Why ‘Boring’ Features Benefit WordPress Professionals | The WP Minute (share.transistor.fm)
  
• Robert Jacobi on WordPress, Security, and the OSI Model | Jukebox (wptavern.com)