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Powerful Managed Hosting for WordPress

Unlock superior Managed Hosting for WordPress with Kinsta. Top-tier features for unparalleled site performance available with all plans. Join 120,0…
Reading time
9 min read
Updated date
January 29, 2025
Content type
Video

How to extend core WordPress blocks with Blocks API

Learn how to extend WordPress core blocks with ease using the Blocks API to customize settings, styles, and functionality.
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15 min read
Updated date
March 27, 2025
Topic
WordPress Development

40+ best WordPress plugins for educational institutions and universities

Discover our picks for 40+ WordPress plugins for universities and educational institutions, divided into 13 helpful categories.
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15 min read
Updated date
March 28, 2025
Topic
Education
Topic
WordPress Plugins

Tame WordPress plugins and themes with Kinsta Automatic Updates

Kinsta Automatic Updates solves the problem of time-consuming manual updates and security vulnerabilities from outdated plugins and themes.
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9 min read
Updated date
March 28, 2025
Topic
Kinsta Services
Topic
WordPress Plugins
Topic
WordPress Themes

Meet Kinsta at The MarTech Summit Asia 2025

Catch Kinsta at The MarTech Summit Asia 2025 in Singapore for insights, networking, and an exciting raffle. Meet our team and learn more.
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3 min read
Updated date
March 25, 2025
Topic
Kinsta Events
Topic
Kinsta News

WooCommerce for education: A smart way to manage learning online

How WooCommerce simplifies online learning management. Sell courses, manage student enrollment, and offer digital downloads on one platform.
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14 min read
Updated date
March 26, 2025
Topic
Education
Topic
WooCommerce
Topic
WordPress Development

Add a virtual campus tour to your school’s WordPress site

Give students a look at campus life by adding a virtual campus tour to your WordPress site. Learn how to do it right here.
Reading time
15 min read
Updated date
March 26, 2025
Topic
Education
Topic
WordPress Development

5 ways to prevent spam orders in WooCommerce

Prevent WooCommerce spam orders with Cloudflare, CAPTCHA, and anti-fraud plugins. Keep your store secure and block fake orders effectively.
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16 min read
Updated date
March 13, 2025
Topic
Cloudflare
Topic
WooCommerce
Topic
WordPress Security

How to disable and lock Gutenberg blocks

Learn how to disable and lock Gutenberg blocks in WordPress using the user interface and PHP for more advanced control.
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11 min read
Updated date
March 11, 2025
Topic
WordPress Development
Topic
WordPress Tips

Meet Kinsta at CloudFest 2025

Join Kinsta at CloudFest 2025 in Europa-Park, Germany! Visit our booth for expert insights, exclusive giveaways, and talks by Roger Williams & Marc…
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3 min read
Updated date
March 11, 2025
Topic
Kinsta Events
Topic
Kinsta News

Keep your school’s private data secure when using WordPress

Keep your school's private data secure on WordPress with expert tips and best practices to protect student and staff information.
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16 min read
Updated date
March 26, 2025
Topic
Education
Topic
Security Tips
Topic
WordPress Security

What Kinsta’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday analytics can teach e-commerce websites

Key insights from Kinsta’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday data than can help e-commerce sites boost performance, security, and sales.
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18 min read
Updated date
March 10, 2025
Topic
Ecommerce Tips
Topic
WooCommerce

12 best WordPress themes for universities and colleges

Our curated list covers the 12 best WordPress themes for universities, colleges, and other educational institutions.
Reading time
17 min read
Updated date
March 26, 2025
Topic
Education
Topic
WordPress Themes