Regular WordPress updates as the key to a successful site

Regular WordPress updates guarantee the security and stability of the site, especially in the dynamic web environment in Poznan.

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Why are WordPress updates so important?

WordPress updates are the foundation of a secure and smoothly functioning website. By regularly updating the WordPress core and plugins, security and compatibility issues can be avoided. Here are the main reasons why WordPress updates are crucial:

• Safety: Key updates include security patches to help protect the site from hacking attacks.
• New features: Regular updates introduce new capabilities, increasing the functionality of the site.
• Compatibility: Updates ensure that the plugins and templates used are compatible with the latest version of WordPress.
• Improving performance: Updates often include optimisations that can speed up the site.

How often should WordPress be updated?

I am often asked how often WordPress should be updated. I recommend regularly checking for available updates at least once a week. Worth noting:

• WordPress core updates
• Plug-in updates
• Template updates

This way, you can be sure that your website is operating at an optimum level and is protected against the latest threats.

The most common mistakes made when updating

Unfortunately, the update process does not always run smoothly. In Poznań, I often encounter mistakes that can easily be avoided. Here are a few of them:

• No backup: Before any update, it is a good idea to create a full backup of the site.
• Update without compatibility check: Make sure that new versions of plugins and templates are compatible with the latest version of WordPress.
• Inadequate test environment: Updates are best carried out on the test environment first and then on the production site.

Automation of the update process

To avoid the problems associated with manual updates, I recommend using tools to automate the process. These tools can regularly check for available updates and install them at the most convenient time, saving time and minimising the risk of errors.

You can find out more about automation techniques on my website. Feel free to contact me on (+48) 579 066 987 for more information.

If you are interested in the topic of personalising pages on WordPress, I invite you to read the article The Art of Website Personalisation with the Astra WordPress Template.