In continuation from our recent post about Frequently Asked Questions from WordPress Beginners, this post will cover a few more of the questions you might encounter. You can find Part One here: WordPress Beginner’s Most Frequently Asked Questions – Part One.
Here are a few more questions and the answers you’ve been looking for.
What is a Sticky Post within WordPress?
As you create blog posts, you may notice that you can create a “Sticky Post.” This is a post that will show up first on your blog feed instead of in chronological order. There are many benefits to using Sticky Posts, especially if you’re currently promoting something specific or you have a message you’d like your readers to see first.
Find out how to create sticky posts with our guide found here.
Can I Use FeedBurner with my WordPress Blog?
Many beginners want to use the best tools possible to enhance their WordPress blog. One of those tools is FeedBurner and you can use this tool with your blog. It can help you spread the word and allow visitors to subscribe. We have a full guide to help you set up FeedBurner for your WordPress blog, here.
What is an XML Sitemap and do I really Need one?
XML Sitemaps can be confusing, if you don’t know what they are. However, if you understand what an XML Sitemap is you will understand why you need one of these for your WordPress blog.
Creating your XML Sitemap is very easy. You can use one of many plugins to make this happen. Here’s our quick guide to help you create your own XML Sitemap for WordPress.
How can I Use a Gravatar For My WordPress Blog?
You have a few choices with your Gravatar and you want to find the right one for your needs. Of course, getting rid of the “Mystery Man” Gravatar is one of the first things you want to do. This requires creating your own free Gravatar and connecting it to your WordPress blog. For a more in depth look at Gravatars, check out our post entitled, Why is a Gravatar Something You Should Start Using Immediately?.
Can I Move My WordPress Blog to a New Domain Name?
Maybe you’ve decided the domain name you’re using doesn’t really fit any longer. If this is the case, you need to be able to move your WordPress blog to a new domain name without hurting your SEO. This can be done with the right WordPress plugin and a guide to help you throughout the process. We provide you with the instructions you need in our post about Moving a WordPress Website to a New Domain, here.
What if I want my Users to Submit New Blog Posts for my Blog?
Allowing users to create and submit content to your blog can help you grow the posts faster. This is a popular way to get fresh content all over your blog. You can set this up and allow only users to submit posts or anybody to submit posts. Find out how to Allow Users to Submit Posts to your WordPress Blog, here.
How do I Create a Contact Form for My Blog?
Providing a contact form for your visitors will make it possible for your readers to submit you an email. This is a great way to find out what visitors like and dislike about your blog.
The easiest way to create a contact form for your WordPress blog is with a plugin. If you just want to create a basic contact form, the WordPress plugin Contact Form 7 will do the trick. However, if you’d like to create more than just a contact form, the plugin Gravity Forms might be a better choice.
How can I Make Money from My WordPress Blog?
There are many ways to monetize your new WordPress blog. The right answer will all depend on what you have at your disposal. If you sell your own products, adding a store to your blog is the best way to monetize it. Other choices include using Google AdSense, the Amazon Affiliate Program and other affiliate programs.
Now you have the answers you need to some of the most common questions asked by WordPress beginners. You can use this information, along with our future posts to ensure you get the most out of your WordPress website and blog.
