Here’s how I built a custom WordPress plugin for Redfin and uncovered key technical blockers that were stalling their API integration. Client Snapshot Redfin needed a custom plugin and a dev who could jump into an unclear setup and move...
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National Bartenders Case Study
Here’s how I helped a nationwide bartending school dominate Google for over a decade. Client Snapshot For over a decade, I was the engine behind National Bartenders’ digital success. From web dev to SEO to emergency support, I kept them...
What UCEPROTECT3 Blacklist Means for Your Website
My email subscription at MxToolBox recently alerted me that a server I’m working on has been listed on the blacklist UCEPROTECT3 – but should I be worried? screenshot of UCEPROTECTL3 blacklist warning screenshot of UCEPROTECTL3 blacklist fix In reality, it’s...
10 Best Ways to Speed Up Any WordPress Site
I think we can all agree that a slow WordPress site is annoying to users, and costly to website managers. WordPress speed optimization starts with finding what is slowing your pages down, then fixing the parts that matter most. These...
Is Your WordPress Site Being Targeted by Bots?
If you’ve noticed strange search queries or unusual behavior on your WordPress site, you’re not alone. WordPress powers over 40% of the web, making it a prime target for automated bots looking for vulnerabilities. Recently, I logged into my WordPress...
WP Plugin Review: Autoblue – A Bluesky Plugin for WordPress
I figured the best way to test out this new plugin was to write a review post about it, then see if it actually works – so here we go! I found this gem on Bluesky while searching #WordPress Introducing...
What to Keep or Delete in Your WordPress Themes
When managing your WordPress website, keeping your themes organized is a critical part of website maintenance. A cluttered or mismanaged theme setup can lead to unnecessary bloat, security vulnerabilities, or even functionality issues. And I always recommend to SEO agencies...
Best Bluesky Plugins for WordPress in 2026
Bluesky has matured from a fast-growing alternative social network into a useful publishing channel for WordPress site owners. The right plugin can automatically share new posts, recycle older content, embed a Bluesky feed, or bring Bluesky reactions back into WordPress....
Best WordPress Plugins for Technical SEOs
As of late 2026 the official WordPress Plugin Directory now includes more than 69,000 free plugins. After years of building, fixing, migrating, and optimizing WordPress websites, I’ve tested more plugins than I can remember. This is my practical list of...
Is Your Website Blocked? Use Google Safe Browsing to Check
A flagged site can harm your reputation and scare away visitors, often without you even knowing there’s a problem. Google’s Safe Browsing Transparency Report is a powerful tool that can help you check your website’s status, understand why it might...