Whether you’re creating a new link structure or migrating your WordPress site to a new domain, setting up 301 redirects in WordPress is necessary. This enables you to permanently move a web page to a new URL without losing its ranking power. In this article, you will learn why 301 redirects are important for WordPress […]
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If your website runs on WordPress, you might have encountered the cURL error 28. This error message appears when WordPress REST API requests a timeout, indicating a failed data transfer between the client and the server and its corresponding databases. cURL provides a PHP library that enables communication between your WordPress site and other websites. […]
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Google Analytics has undergone a significant upgrade, especially in regard to its artificial intelligence (AI) features. While Universal Analytics already provided a robust foundation, Google Analytics 4 (GA4) AI takes it to the next level. For one, its predictive capabilities let you understand your customers so well that you can anticipate their next move. This […]
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WordPress plugins are tools that add functionality to your site without requiring code snippets. One of the best things about WordPress is that it gives you access to a huge library of plugins, many of them free. However, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the different options. To help you out, we’ve rounded up […]
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The last month of summer was productive for both the WordPress community and Hostinger.
We saw some exciting updates – a new WordPress version, an additional feature in Hostinger AI Assistant, and a sneak peek into an upcoming default theme.
In addition, some crucial security vulnerabilities were fixed, meaning you might need to update some of your plugins.
Without further ado, let’s dive into the WordPress August roundup.
We’ve updated the Hostinger AI Assistant plugin – now, it is even easier to generate content with it. You’ll notice a new What do you want to make today section in the main interface with three drop-down menus.
These enable you to select the following parameters:
In addition, we’ve refined the user interface. You can find the Add New with AI button on the post editor and posts sidebar menu for quick access to the AI Assistant.
WordPress released its new version and gave us a teaser of the future default theme.
The anticipated WordPress 6.3 finally arrived on August 8, aiming to finalize block editor customization improvements. Here are its highlights:
A few weeks later, WordPress 6.3.1 was released to address critical bugs, including issues with the new footnote block.
Be sure to update your WordPress version – doing so is the best way to avoid any security vulnerabilities and enjoy the latest features.
Alongside 6.3, the development of the new default theme, Twenty Twenty-Four, is underway. The plan is to ship this new theme with the next major release – WordPress 6.4, coming in November.
Unlike its predecessors, Twenty Twenty-Four is developed to suit three use cases – business, portfolio, and blog. This means that the theme will come with more patterns for the home template for all use cases, including project overviews, RSVPs, and landing page-specific patterns.
For a sneak peek of this upcoming theme, visit the WordPress Core blog post.
Two major WordPress events unfolded in August. The Community Summit took place on August 22-23, and WordCamp US followed soon after, from August 24-26.
During the Community Summit, contributors from around the world gathered to discuss various topics and issues about the WordPress project and community. The summit’s main goal is to strengthen the overall WordPress open-source project and improve the contributors’ workflow and cross-team collaboration.
In total, they discussed 26 topics, ranging from contributor leadership roles in the WordPress project to diversity and inclusion within the teams. Check out the Summit blog for summaries and key points of the event.
WordCamp US took place after the Community Summit, in which we proudly participated as a super admin sponsor.
Personally, I find the following three keynote sessions very insightful:
Besides these, the whole WordCamp is packed with useful sessions and workshops. All of which you can watch on the WordCamp YouTube channel.
Let’s wrap up last month’s roundup with WordPress vulnerability news. We’ll highlight some of the high-severity vulnerabilities from the Patchstack database.
However, as thousands of plugins are available, we recommend always keeping them updated. If you’re using Hostinger, be sure to check the WordPress vulnerability scanner on hPanel.
Forminator
A popular form builder plugin with over 400,000 active installations, Forminator was prone to arbitrary file upload that let attackers upload a malicious file to the website as a backdoor.
The vulnerability affected version 1.24.6 and lower. If you use this plugin, update it to at least version 1.25.0.
Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks Plugin
Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence was vulnerable to arbitrary file upload, similar to Forminator.
However, the vulnerability in the Gutenberg Blocks plugin was rated 10 in CVSS 3.1 and is known to be exploited. As a result, its 300,000+ users should update to version 3.1.11 immediately.
Even though WordPress 6.3 was just released, we’ll see the beta version of WordPress 6.4 coming in late September. We can expect to see the new default theme on that version and some of the early features for the Gutenberg phase three – online collaboration.
Stay tuned for September’s roundup!
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If you’re setting up a WordPress website, you may need help with its aesthetics. WordPress website design companies can help ensure that your site will look great on all devices and provide a strong user experience (UX). However, there are a lot of options, and you might not be sure which WordPress design agency to […]
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Salty Soil, based in Thessaloniki, Greece, is a tourism agency run by Apostolos (Akis) Kontoulis. Founded in 2021, the company organizes trips in the region, ranging from sea kayaking excursions to street food tours.
Guiding tours over crystal-clear waters and busy street markets are only a part of Akis’ skillset. He’s also a seasoned WordPress guru who built the agency’s website himself.
The Salty Soil site hosted by Hostinger is at the center of the business – it has allowed the agency to reach clients it wouldn’t have otherwise and keep growing.
Akis has been operating in the tourism sector since at least 2004. When he finished secondary school, he moved to the UK to study electrical engineering. His intention was to come back to Greece and find work that would suit his expertise and education. Unfortunately, this was not to be.
“When I returned, I couldn’t really find a decent job in my field in Greece. I’m from Thessaloniki, the second busiest, biggest town in the country. The best jobs were in Athens, and the ones that were available were not really in my field,†Akis reveals.
Instead, he decided to get involved in his parents’ travel agency back in Thessaloniki. For a few years, everything proceeded along swimmingly – the business was doing well, and Akis ended up running it himself.
That was until the global recession hit. Greece was among the most affected countries – it faced a sovereign debt crisis, and the agency had to close down in 2010.
“After my parents’ agency shut down, I moved to an area next to the sea and changed the services I offered. I started doing sea kayak and stand-up paddleboarding trips with tourists to show them the coastline,†recounts Akis.
Akis restarted the agency once again in 2021 in the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic. He rebranded it as Salty Soil and added extra itineraries to the repertoire of offered services.
“With Thessaloniki as the base, we do custom-made paddling trips, especially in Pelion, Chalkidiki, and Thasos. We also offer day trips around the town. On top of these, we’ve got team-building activities focused on companies.â€
While there are a number of travel agencies that offer similar experiences, Salty Soil caters to people who want more exclusivity.
“We primarily work with small groups. This contrasts with what the rest of the market offers, which is similar trips but with bigger vehicles like 50-seater buses. When you book with us, we guarantee that the trip will not exceed six persons.â€
Focusing on smaller groups allows Salty Soil to provide a more personalized experience. For example, if the tourists have any questions, the guides are always available to answer them. What’s more, the itinerary itself can be customized based on the needs and wants of Salty Soil’s customers.
When talking about the agency’s website, Akis admits that having one is a no-brainer.
“Nowadays, without a site, you are lost. It’s like having a public store and displaying your products or your services. So, the better the website is, the better your sales could be,†Akis says.
As a matter of fact, website performance is something that Akis takes very seriously. During the winter months, when business is slow, he devotes a few hours each week to improving the site. The goal – keeping saltysoil.gr simple, nimble, and user-friendly.
When choosing a platform for the website, Akis went with WordPress. The open-source content management system made the most sense as it could accommodate Salty Soil’s needs. Another reason was Akis’ experience building WordPress websites – either for the agencies he was running before or third parties that had asked him for help.
As Akis had had experience with other web hosts before, he wanted to choose the best provider for the website.
“I was doing research on what the companies were offering and for how much. Based on the combination of price and services, I decided on Hostinger.â€
Setting the website up on Hostinger was simple – installing WordPress was quick, and Akis could start working on the site itself right away.
“It’s pretty straightforward – you just click a few buttons, and it’s ready!†Akis recalls.
He adds that site management and updates – tasks that may take up a lot of time – have been just as easy to take care of.
When it comes to the future of Salty Soil, Akis says that everything is proceeding according to plan.
“We will continue offering the current services. That said, we are looking to expand. For example, we want to offer same-day services and run more simultaneous trips,†Akis says.
To accomplish this, Salty Soil aims to hire more skilled guides who could do the trips without Akis’ supervision.
“Hiring more personnel is currently a bit difficult, but we are working on it. The perfect guide is proactive, happy, and willing to share their knowledge as long as the clients want to hear what they have to say. For this, you must add your personal touch,†Akis reveals.
He plans to achieve this within two to three years. Having more hands on deck will allow Akis to take up a more managerial role and supervise Salty Soil as the business expands.
But before the company is there, Akis is happy to be fully involved in the day-to-day.
“At the end of the day, the business and its operation are up to me. I don’t have to report to anybody higher up. I have my way of working, and I love being independent. And having a website makes it all possible.â€
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Wix is a popular website builder, but its tiered features and high pricing can frustrate users. For instance, features for eCommerce sites are only available in more costly plans, and Wix requires a separate plan for each new website. It also doesn’t offer free email, adding to your expenses. As the best Wix alternative, Hostinger […]
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Wedding websites have become an essential part of wedding planning. Not only do they set the tone for the celebration, but wedding websites also serve as a place to share essential information about the wedding party with the guests. This article showcases the best customizable wedding templates available on Hostinger Website Builder. We will also […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly transformed various aspects of our lives, offering unprecedented advancements in technology, from deep learning tools to new product creation and task automation. In this article, we’ll discuss 28 top artificial intelligence statistics and upcoming trends. These include AI adoption, investment in the global AI market, and AI’s effect on the […]
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