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At WPLift, we try to make it as easy as possible for you to learn WordPress. With that being said, we’re far from the only people with that mission. In today’s post, I’m going to talk about someone else who shares that mission to help the world learn WordPress.Darrel Wilson is a popular YouTuber and Udemy instructor with over 42,000 YouTube subscribers and 38,000 Udemy course participants. He creates in-depth tutorial videos that help you learn how to build entire WordPress websites, or just do specific things like send push notifications with WordPress or integrate new extensions into your WooCommerce store.And guess what! All of Darrel’s content is 100% free, which is tough to argue with.In this post, I’ll dig into some of his popular videos and show you everything you can learn from his channel and Udemy courses.Note – this is a sponsored post as far as the topic goes. The words are all my own, though. And Darrel’s channel is truly helpful, especially if you’re more of a visual/auditory learner.More About Darrel WilsonDarrel graduated with a degree before deciding that the life of a working stiff wasn’t for him. As the story goes for so many who come to that realization, Darrel quit his job and launched his own web design business. Other than working as a WordPress designer and digital marketer, Darrel, quite obviously, spends a ton of his time creating tutorials.More About Darrel’s YouTube ChannelDarrel launched his channel back in early 2016. Since then, Darrel’s channel has wracked up an impressive 3,112,054 views at the time of writing this article. Beyond that, he also has 42,062 subscribers (again, at the time of writing), which makes him one of the most popular WordPress channels on YouTube.Darrel has also been featured on Elegant Themes’ blog and Elementor’s Facebook page, which isn’t surprising given how much time he’s spent teaching people how to use Divi and Elementor.What I Like About Darrel’s VideosThis isn’t a true “review” because Darrel has hours and hours of video. But I did watch a few of Darrel’s shorter videos to get a feel for his teaching style.I like how approachable his videos are. Even for slightly more advanced topics like integrating payment gateways for WooCommerce, Darrel’s videos are still 100% beginner friendly.He shows the whole process from start to finish in real-time while explaining everything, which makes it easy to follow along. He also explains helpful background information so you also know why you’re actually doing something.For that reason, I think you can learn from Darrel’s channel no matter what your current WordPress ability is.What WordPress Topics Does Darrel Cover on YouTube?While Darrel does cover smaller WordPress and digital marketing topics, many of his most popular videos are multi-hour videos that show you the complete process of setting up something with WordPress from start to finish.Learn How to Set Up WordPress Sites from Start to FinishFor example, his most popular video is over 3 hours and covers the entire process of setting up a WordPress website using the Divi theme. It starts at zero (getting hosting and installing WordPress) and goes all the way to finished.If you’re in the mood to sit down and build a website, grab a cup of coffee and check out the video below:Darrel doesn’t just have videos on Divi, though. He has a bunch of other detailed tutorials including:Building an eCommerce store with WordPressHow to make a real estate website with WordPressCreating a forum with WordPress and bbPressBuilding a business-focused WordPress siteCreating a music websiteLearn About Specific WordPress or Digital Marketing TopicsWhile Darrel does have quite a few videos on how to set up various types of WordPress sites from start to finish, that’s not the only thing you can learn on his channel.He also covers specific topics or plugins with in-depth guides.For example, another one of his popular videos spends 43 minutes showing you exactly how to configure Yoast SEO:And he also covers non-WordPress topics that are still relevant to most WordPress webmasters. One good example is his tutorial on using MailChimp for email marketing:And he also has an 80-minute dive into how to use Facebook Ads for beginners. This video isn’t specific to WordPress, but it is something that’s definitely helpful to those who run WordPress sites:Also, you don’t always have to sit down for an hour to watch one of Darrel’s videos. You can find plenty of bite-sized videos that cover specific things like how to set up SSL or how to use Stripe with WooCommerce:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5JyeZMPOzQ&t=3sDarrel Has Popular Udemy Courses, TooIn case you’re not already familiar with Udemy, it’s a massive platform for online learning and classes. On it, you can learn pretty much anything, including WordPress.Other than his YouTube channel, Darrel is also a popular Udemy instructor with over 38,000 students at Udemy.Right now, he has 10 different courses at Udemy, all of which are free.Excluding a detailed tutorial on WooCommerce, all of Darrel’s courses focus on how to build various types of websites with WordPress using tools like Divi and Elementor.What’s The Advantage of Using Udemy Over YouTube?If you check out Darrel’s YouTube channel, you’ll probably notice that there’s a good deal of overlap between his YouTube channel and his Udemy courses.Basically, the Udemy version is broken up into different sections to mimic a “syllabus”, while the YouTube video is obviously…one long video.Beyond that, the Udemy courses also come with some written text, which might be helpful if you prefer reading things sometimes.And finally, some of the Udemy courses also have quizzes to make sure you’re actually paying attention! If you’re the type that likes testing your knowledge, that might be another reason to try learning on Udemy instead of YouTube.Go Check Out Darrel’s Channel/Courses and Learn Some WordPressIf you enjoy learning from videos and want to enhance your knowledge of the world’s most popular content management system, Darrel Wilson’s YouTube channel and Udemy courses are a great place to go.All of Darrel’s content is free, so you’ll never need to pay a penny to learn stuff.If you want to get started, you can click one of the buttons below to go to either Darrel’s YouTube channel or his Udemy courses and check things out for yourself.YouTube Channel Udemy Courses Darrel’s websitehtml div#QYRyCSvThh div#QYRyCSvThh_inpost.alyssum * -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; box-sizing: border-box; html div#QYRyCSvThh div#QYRyCSvThh_inpost.alyssum background-color: #fff; border-radius: 10px; margin: 10px auto; padding: 20px 20px; text-align: center; position: relative; border: 2px solid #fff; 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7 Awesome places to learn WordPress for free of cost (2020)

'Where do I begin to learn WordPress?'

Many people are face this inquiry particularly the people who need to begin engaging with to the online market and the online network of agents and bloggers; and since WordPress is famous among bloggers, this is typically the primary decision of stage to learn. Be that as it may, consider the possibility that you're not in fact slanted, or not great with programming. How high are your odds to endure and increase countless clients and crowds?

The good thing is: there are a lot of websites, online courses, forums and blogs that might help you learn about WordPress, the easy way. Actually, there’s just too many of them and might seem confusing and overwhelming for starters. The struggle would be real, that is why we’ll make it easier for you by introducing ten awesome places where you can learn WordPress for free.

WPBeginner

First in our index is WPBeginner. In 2006, the originator of WPBeginner was motivated to make a guide not just for engineers (which he felt at the time was selective for them) yet additionally for the individuals who are novices in the stage and Do-It-Yourself(DIY) clients also.

This sympathy makes the best instructional exercises, that is the reason WPBeginner is perhaps the best site to learn WordPress. They have countless aides which gave them 600,000+ perusers people and checking and 121,000+ endorsers on YouTube.

2. Hongkiat

Hongkiat(HKDC) distributes everything which are identified with innovation and these include entries regarding WordPress also. They have a wide scope of topics which spread all specialized topics; for novices is the best way to learn WordPress and to specialists on the best way to make shortcodes, use plugins and get familiar with the most recent WordPress advances.

You don't need to stress over the articles about being obsolete, Hongkiat distributes bunches of articles/ posts week by week on ensure that you can stay aware of the game

3. MakeAWebsiteHub

The fundamental aim of MakeAWebsiteHub is to assist individuals with building their very own sites , websites or blogs so they can pick up salary while satisfying their way of life. The proprietor is worried that individuals don't normally get the opportunity to have a great deal of time to spend for themselves and their loved ones that is the reason he wishes to share his insight on this site. It covers heaps of instructional exercises to assist you with learning WordPress and different stages as well.

4. WordPress Codex & WordPress.tv

The best spot to learn WordPress is through sites which are NOT primarily, yet centered around it. WordPress Codex and WordPress TV covers all data identified with WordPress. It is given to all amateurs, architects and themes and site engineers. It likewise has their own help gatherings, investigating and bunches of connections to valuable assets.

5. WPMU DEV

With 700,000+ members, WPMU DEV has their very own instructional exercises and online courses which you can finish and pick up testaments from. As a starter, you would likewise require individuals to help and give you inspiration so you can join their talks to pick up experiences from specialists of WPMU DEV.

In spite of the fact that the webpage is focused on WordPress plugins, themes and solutions (which are accessible in premium membership), their blog segment will fill you in with supportive topics to learn WordPress.

6. WPLIFT

Established in 2010, WPLift intends to help individuals by giving instructional exercises, module guides, new and theme roundups.

In WPLift, you will discover WordPress themes, WordPress Plugins, WordPress News Archives, and WordPress Themes and Tutorials. It is a one-stop site for WordPress contents and information.

7. Envato Tuts+

Envato Tuts+ adds to Envato's mission to assist individuals with learning and procure on the web. They need to motivate individuals to revive and improve their abilities and be long lasting students. They are centered around encouraging and propelling individuals to push through their aptitudes and imagination by giving on the web courses and instructional exercise about nearly everything.

If you scan for 'WordPress' in Envatotuts+, you will discover loads of instructional exercises, courses, and digital books which will assist you with excursion in finding out about WordPress which will be truly ideal for all WordPress starters.

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8 Best Free WordPress Themes of 2020 (Chosen by Experts)

If you’re starting your blog on a budget, a free WordPress theme is a great way to keep costs down.

The problem?

There are literally thousands of free WordPress themes to sort through. And when you search for guidance on Google, you’re greeted with articles offering dozens (or hundreds) of free WordPress theme options.

Let’s be honest:

You don’t need a list of dozens (or hundreds) of free WordPress themes. There’s not enough time in the day to review them all, and most of them sound the same anyway.

No, what you need is a small list of themes that have been vouched for and vetted by people who know what they’re talking about.

And you need that list to be broken down in a way that makes it easy for you to choose the theme that best fits your needs.

In short, you need the post you’re reading right now.

We asked 11 influential WordPress experts and bloggers the following, open-ended question:

“What is the best free WordPress theme for bloggers?”

They were allowed to pick up to two themes.

Here are the results:

The Best Free WordPress Themes of 2020

Astra by Brainstorm Force

Writee by Scissor Themes

GeneratePress by Tom Usborne

Neve by Themeisle

Reykjavik by WebMan Design

Cali by aThemes

Didi Lite by Anariel Design

OceanWP by OceanWP

1. Astra by Brainstorm Force

A Look at Astra (in 50 Words or Less)

Astra (affiliate link) is a popular multipurpose theme that offers a lightweight, SEO-friendly foundation that you can build into your own unique design via a set of simple, customization options. No coding is required.

The TL;DR for Astra

7 Votes Of our 11 experts, 7 chose Astra in our survey.

1+ Million Active Installs There are more than 1 million active installations of the Astra theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given Astra an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Astra

The Astra theme is perfect for someone who’s getting started with blogging. Not only can you easily control the look and feel of the blog through the settings in the WordPress Customizer; but you can also import a complete starter site for free using the Astra Sites plugin. This can get you up and running in minutes.

Brad Morrison, Founder of GoWP

I’m a big fan of keeping things as simple and as fast as possible and the default “out of the box” Astra experience aligns with my own ethos perfectly. As a theme author I was pleasantly surprised at how many sensible defaults they had adopted meaning I think I spent less time setting this blog up than any other in recent memory!

Colm Troy, Co-founder of Create and Code

The free version comes with a lot of flexibility, it’s very well coded and the team behind it is great at support. It also works perfectly with WordPress’ new block editor as well as Beaver Builder and the Elementor page builder, so it’s a great option no matter how you build your content.

Nick Adams, COO at WP Buffs

Sure, [Astra] may not be the snazziest theme out there in it’s “out of the box” form, but it’s lightweight and gives you a great platform to build upon.

Want to get started right now? Install the theme, activate, make a few tweaks and get your blog out there. So, you can start writing today! Then, once you’re ready, you can grab the add-ons to the theme and customize it further.

Adam Connell, Founder of Blogging Wizard

Last One:

Astra is one WordPress theme that has been on my radar for a while. We are actually moving ShoutMeLoud from Genesis to Astra for a few reasons:

The code is super clean and it’s one of the well-developed themes.

With over 200,000+ installs, it is one of the best free WordPress themes in the repository.

It works with Elementor Pro, LearnDash, EDD and few other popular extensions that we use all the time.

Harsh Agrawal, Founder of ShoutMeLoud

In case you missed it, Harsh Agrawl is moving his website to Astra, so his comments are more of a testimonial than a review. That’s how big a fan he is of the theme.Astra also received votes from Karol Krol and Daan Tol. We’ll have more from them later.

Key Features of Astra

Responsive design with numerous page layouts

Lots of customization options in the native WordPress Customizer (these let you control your theme’s design without needing any special technical knowledge)

Multipurpose – use it for any type of site, blogs included

Lightweight, responsive layouts for mobile devices

Works great with drag-and-drop page builders like Elementor or Beaver Builder (learn more in our in-depth breakdown of the best Elementor themes)

One of the most popular free WordPress themes, with more than 200,000 active installations

Compatible with the Gutenberg block editor

SEO optimized for search engines

Translation ready

User-friendly theme with intuitive dashboard options

Custom widgets and widget areas, 700+ Google fonts, social icons, custom backgrounds, and numerous color options

WooCommerce support for business websites with e-commerce stores

Active Facebook discussion group to learn tips and tricks

Retina ready

WPML compatible

5-star rating on over 1,600 reviews at WordPress.org

Final Thoughts on Astra

If you want a free, lightweight theme that excels at customization and performance, Astra is a great choice.

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2. Writee by Scissor Themes

A Look at Writee (in 50 Words or Less)

Writee is a clean theme that puts the focus on your writing, along with a spot for a bold, full-width featured image.

The TL;DR for Writee

3 Votes Of our 11 experts, 3 chose Writee in our survey.

10k Active Installs There are more than 10,000 active installations of the Writee theme.

4.7 Rating Users have given Writee an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Writee

My recommended free WordPress theme for bloggers is Writee by Scissor Themes. This theme has a clean and modern design that is simple enough to work for all sorts of blogs. It’s very easy to set up, making it ideal for beginners. It comes with a range of widgets that bloggers will need, such as an ‘About Me’ widget and social widget.

Katie Keith, Co-founder of Barn2 Media

Writee is a free blogging theme found in the WordPress Repository, meaning it was built using the highest coding practices. It will work for all types of blogging sites, is easy to customize using the Live Customizer, and can easily be translated into the language of your choice if needed. Though there is room for more advanced customizations when it comes to the layout, sidebars, and navigation menus, Writee is perfect out-of-the-box and is suitable for even the most novice of bloggers.

Devesh Sharma, Founder of WPKube

There are a lot of excellent free blogging themes out there, but one standout is Writee by Scissor Themes. It has striking visuals, a lot of customization potential, and some other neat features.

Charlie Livingston, Founder of aThemes

Key Features of Writee

Responsive design with responsive themes

Clean, minimal looks

Bold featured images (that’s where the “striking visuals” come from)

Multiple blog archive options – list or grid view

Customization via the native WordPress Customizer

Full-width or boxed slider

WooCommerce compatibility for e-commerce stores

Final Thoughts on Writee

Writee is a great option if you want something that’s going to look great right out of the box. This contrasts with Astra and some of the other free WordPress themes on this list, where you’re expected to put in a little elbow grease to make them your own.

With Writee, you just activate it and start writing.

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3. GeneratePress by Tom Usborne

A Look at GeneratePress (in 50 Words or Less)

GeneratePress is another popular option that shares the same philosophy as Astra. That is, it’s a lightweight chameleon that you can adapt to any niche or need.

In performance tests, GeneratePress usually ends up at the top of the pack, which is great if you want your blog to load fast. Beyond that, it also comes with over-the-top good support.

The TL;DR for GeneratePress

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose GeneratePress in our survey.

300k Active Installs There are more than 300,000 active installations of the GeneratePress theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given GeneratePress an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About GeneratePress

Tom Usborne (the owner/creator of GeneratePress) is very helpful on [the support forum]. I could solve all my problems just by searching in the support forum. He also gives some great tips for using plugins that go very well with his theme (Code Snippets, Simple CSS). This way of working kept my theme vanilla so that I can always update without having to worry. For a non-coder like me – that’s the dream.

Daan Tol, Owner of WPLift

Key Features of GeneratePress

Super lightweight and performance optimized (under 30 kb)

Tons of customization options in the native WordPress Customizer

Compatible with the Gutenberg block editor

One of the best free responsive WordPress themes, with a great mobile design

Excellent code quality

Integrates well with all major page builders, including Elementor and Beaver Builder

WooCommerce compatible for e-commerce stores

5-star rating on over 800 reviews at WordPress.org

Final Thoughts on GeneratePress

Like Astra, GeneratePress will look pretty basic when you first install it. However, the magic of this theme is the many options in the WordPress Customizer that let you build it into the exact look you want.

If you’re willing to put in some time, you can create the theme of your dreams, and it will all be powered by a lightweight, performance-optimized foundation.

Finally, as Daan mentioned, the theme’s developer, Tom Usborne, offers amazing support if you ever need a helping hand.

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4. Neve by Themeisle

A Look at Neve (in 50 Words or Less)

Neve (affiliate link) is a lightweight theme that’s optimized to work with the new WordPress block editor (also known as the Gutenberg editor). It’s also on the list of the most popular free WordPress themes at WordPress.org, which means that, although it’s new, it’s getting a lot of traction.

While you certainly can customize Neve to suit your needs, it looks more “polished” out of the box, and it also comes with a variety of pre-built demo sites that you can import with just a few clicks. This is great for users who want an online presence with minimal fuss.

The TL;DR for Neve

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Neve in our survey.

100k Active Installs There are more than 100,000 active installations of the Neve theme.

4.8 Rating Users have given Neve an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Neve

If you’d rather get a theme that looks great out the box and simply works without necessarily needing to dive through various settings panels, use Neve. It gives you a modern, beautiful design that’s also built with performance in mind. Plus, it’s the top 10 most popular free theme in the official theme directory at WordPress.org. What more could you need?

Karol Krol, Heads Content at Themeisle

Key Features of Neve

Responsive design

Built to work well with the new WordPress block editor

One-page design

Customization options in the real-time WordPress Customizer

Mega menu support

Importable demo sites

WooCommerce compatible for online shops

Final Thoughts on Neve

As Karol highlighted, Neve makes a great option if you want something that’s going to look great as soon as you install it. If you like the default looks, you can just install it and start writing. Or, if you want to switch things up, but don’t want to redesign things yourself, you can also import one of the pre-built demo sites by clicking a few buttons.

Download Neve for Free (affiliate link)

5. Reykjavik by WebMan Design

A Look at Reykjavik (in 50 Words or Less)

Reykjavik brands itself as a free business theme for WordPress, but it’s got a great look that can just as easily be adapted to blogging or other niches.

As the name suggests, you get a very “Nordic” feel to the styling.

(Basically, if you like Ikea, you’ll probably like this WordPress theme!)

The TL;DR for Reykjavik

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Reykjavik in our survey.

3k Active Installs There are more than 3,000 active installations of the Reykjavik theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given Reykjavik an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Reykjavik

Reykjavik is a fresh, lightweight theme that features minimalist style. It is therefore a great fit for blogging and portfolio type websites.

Marko Segota, Co-founder of Anariel Design

Key Features of Reykjavik

Responsive design

Great-looking WordPress blog post layout with space for a full-width featured image

Accessible by default – passes WCAG 2.0 level AA and Section 508 requirements

Customization via the native WordPress Customizer

One-click demo content import

Compatible with all major page builder plugins

Final Thoughts on Reykjavik

Reykjavik is another option that will give you a great-looking site from the second you install it. The clean styling also does a great job of highlighting your content, and will satisfy your love of Nordic style more than an ALLEMANSRÄTTEN meatball.

(Those are the meatballs at Ikea, if you’re not familiar.)

Note: While the earlier screenshot highlights Reykjavik’s business-focused homepage, I’d recommend you click through to the demo because the blog page has a great full-width layout that really puts the focus on your content. You can see one of the sample blog posts here.

Download Reykjavik for Free

6. Cali by aThemes

A Look at Cali (in 50 Words or Less)

With its focus on visual imagery, Cali makes a great option for fashion, lifestyle, travel, personal blogs, and anyone looking for a magazine theme.

Beyond its looks, Cali also builds in some other helpful features for bloggers, like a newsletter integration (via the MailChimp for WordPress plugin), dedicated spots for social media icons at both the top and bottom of your page, and space to bring in your Instagram feed (via the WP Instagram Widget plugin).

The TL;DR for Cali

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Cali in our survey.

1k Active Installs There are more than 1,000 active installations of the Cali theme.

3.0 Rating Users have given Cali an average rating of 3.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Cali

(I) also recommend our own Cali theme. It has plenty of cool options for bloggers – including a posts carousel, a wide selection of fonts to choose from, and social media integration.

Charlie Livingston, Founder of aThemes

Key Features of Cali

Responsive design

Full-width posts carousel at the top of the screen

Lots of spots to showcase your featured images/visuals

Customization via the native WordPress Customizer

Built-in social follow buttons (two different locations)

WooCommerce compatible for online stores

Integrations for MailChimp for WordPress and WP Instagram Widget (the theme recommends that you install both of these plugins)

Final Thoughts on Cali

Cali’s looks are best suited for lifestyle, fashion, or travel blogs…or really just any niche with a heavy focus on imagery. Beyond that, it does a good job of integrating social media into its design, which, if you’re active on social media, is another big benefit to choosing this theme.

Download Cali for Free

7. Didi Lite by Anariel Design

A Look at Didi Lite (in 50 Words or Less)

If you want something minimal that will put the focus on your strong words, Didi Lite is a great free option that has one of the simplest looks on this list. The theme offers plenty of white space and unique typography options that will help your site stand out.

As the “lite” in the name suggests, there’s also a premium version that you can purchase if you decide you’d like more layouts and customization options in the future.

The TL;DR for Didi Lite

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Didi Lite in our survey.

700+ Active Installs There are more than 700 active installations of the Didi Lite theme.

4.5 Rating Users have given Didi Lite an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Didi Lite

Didi Lite is a modern blogging theme, built mobile first, that offers sleek layout and beautiful typography. With its minimalistic design it brings readers’ focus to what really matters: the content.

Marko Segota, Co-founder of Anariel Design

Key Features of Didi Lite

Responsive design

Minimal looks with plenty of white space

Multiple front page options to display your latest blog posts

Beautiful typography

Demo content

Built to work well with Elementor (and other page builders)

Final Thoughts on Didi Lite

With its minimal design, Didi Lite makes a great option for both freelancers who focus on written content, as well as fashion or lifestyle blogs (because you also get the option to display large featured images).

It’s also another good option if you want a theme that looks “polished” as soon as you install it.

Download Didi Lite for Free

8. OceanWP by OceanWP

A Look at OceanWP (in 50 Words or Less)

OceanWP is another free theme that follows the chameleon principles of Astra and GeneratePress. Once again, that means it’s a flexible foundation that you can build into your dream blog theme.

Like Astra and Neve, OceanWP also offers some free demo sites that you can import if you don’t want to customize your design from scratch.

The TL;DR for OceanWP

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose OceanWP in our survey.

600k Active Installs There are more than 600,000 active installations of the OceanWP theme.

4.9 Rating Users have given OceanWP an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About OceanWP

I like the set of options OceanWP has for the headers. It has so many well-designed options out of the box. Plus the free extensions are awesome. [The free extensions] offer you a lot of (customizable) control on your website.

Daan Tol, Owner of WPLift

Key Features of OceanWP

Responsive design

Multipurpose and flexible looks

Uses the native WordPress Customizer for customization

Pre-built importable demo sites

Offers a number of free extensions

Lots of different header image options

Built to work well with popular WordPress page builders

WooCommerce compatible for small businesses with online shops

Active on 300,000+ sites

5-star rating on over 2,100 reviews at WordPress.org

Final Thoughts on OceanWP

OceanWP has a lot of similarities to GeneratePress and Astra, but it’s a little more focused on offering design and functionality flexibility, rather than just acting as a lightweight canvas. For example, you’ll find official free extensions for social sharing, sticky headers, and more that you won’t get with Astra or GeneratePress.

Download OceanWP for Free

Free WordPress Themes: Frequently Asked Questions

Before we wrap up, let’s look at a few common questions we hear from readers regarding free WordPress themes. Questions like:

Free WordPress Themes vs Premium Themes: Is There a Difference?

How Much are Premium WordPress Themes?

What’s the Difference Between Free WordPress Themes and Free WordPress Page Templates?

Can I Use a WordPress Theme if I’m not on WordPress?

How do I Find WordPress Themes?

1. Free WordPress Themes vs Premium Themes: Is There a Difference?

When it comes to free WordPress themes vs premium WordPress themes, there are a lot of misconceptions out there.

Have you seen people write stuff like “premium themes are coded better than free themes”? Or “premium themes offer better designs”? How about “premium themes load faster than free themes”? Or even “premium themes are more secure than free themes”?

As someone who makes his living in the WordPress space, let me tell you that none of that is true. It’s just impossible to make those generalizations based solely on a theme’s price tag.

Free themes are code.

Premium themes are code.

You can have perfectly coded free themes and poorly coded premium themes. You can have well-maintained free themes, and premium themes that haven’t been updated in years. And, of course, the opposite can also be true.

What’s more, many themes are both free and premium. For example, the Astra theme that came so highly recommended comes in both a free and a premium version, and the “core” theme is exactly the same between each. The code doesn’t suddenly become “better” when you crack open your wallet, right?

Long story short:

There’s not a single inherent difference between free themes vs premium themes and there’s no reason you need to feel compelled to use a premium WordPress theme.

So if you absolutely love a free WordPress theme, it comes from a quality developer who maintains it, and it does everything you need it to already, just use it and be happy!

That doesn’t mean premium themes have no benefits

If you noticed above, you’ll see I used phrases like “inherent difference.” That’s because I wanted to hedge my bets a little bit. 🙂

There is, of course, a reason why premium themes exist, and it might turn out that a premium theme actually is a better option for your unique situation, especially as your blog starts growing.

Even if you start with a free WordPress theme, here are some reasons to consider going Pro in the future:

Better support: While some developers offer basic forum support for their free themes, paying for a premium theme usually means you’ll get at least 6-12 months of premium support. If you’re the kind of person who likes to reach out for help, this might be a reason to go Pro.

More features: While it’s not true in all cases, a lot of developers will lock up more advanced theme features beyond a Pro version (like more customization options, landing pages, contact forms, additional blog layout options, unlimited colors and color schemes, parallax effects, custom headers, homepage sliders, different post formats, built on advanced frameworks like Twitter’s Bootstrap, etc.). This is true for Astra, GeneratePress, OceanWP, and others. Sometimes, paying for those features is worth it.

Ongoing updates: When a developer is earning income from a theme, they have a bigger incentive to continue updating and improving that theme. This increases the chance that your theme’s developer continues to pay attention (this is what Nick Adams was talking about with the Astra theme).

2. How Much are Premium WordPress Themes?

Because each developer sets their own prices, there’s a lot of variation in how much premium WordPress themes cost.

However, on average, you’ll usually spend around $60 for most premium WordPress themes. A few examples:

The premium version of Astra sits right at $59

Hestia Pro and ShopIsle Pro each cost $69 annually

Many of the top premium themes that you’ll find at ThemeForest are in the $59 to $69 range

Typically, that price also comes with one year of support and updates for your theme. After that first year, you can continue to use your theme on your site, but you will need to pay again if you wish to continue receiving support and updates.

3. What’s the Difference Between Free WordPress Themes and Free WordPress Page Templates?

Many people use these terms interchangeably, but they are very different. A WordPress theme controls the design of your entire website. A WordPress page template controls the layout for a specific page (or specific pages) within your website — e.g. your contact page, your individual blog posts, etc.

In short, if someone tells you they’re looking for “free WordPress templates” or the like, they probably mean themes.

4. Can I Use a WordPress Theme if I’m not on WordPress?

No, WordPress themes are for websites that use WordPress as its CMS (content management system).

If you’re using Wix, Blogger, or a different blogging platform, you won’t be able to use WordPress themes for your website’s design.

5. How do I Find WordPress Themes?

If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect WordPress theme after our list, here are some tips for other spots where you can find WordPress themes.

For free WordPress themes, your best bet is to use the official WordPress.org theme directory.

Beyond just generally being a huge collection of free WordPress themes, another benefit is that every theme listed in the directory has to go through a basic code review process.

While this process is not foolproof for eliminating all issues, it does mean that any theme you find at WordPress.org is at least going to be free from any major errors or problems and coded to a minimum level of quality.

For premium WordPress themes, Smart Blogger typically recommends Astra Pro (affiliate link). However, you’ll have no shortage of options. Browse around, read reviews, and test as many demos as you can.

Free Bonus: More Expert Quotes(unabridged PDF with every insight shared by our experts)

So, What’s the Best Free WordPress Theme?

That will depend on your particular needs and situation.

Based on the feedback from our experts, Astra leads the pack. But any of the free WordPress themes mentioned in this post are great options.

Take each one for a test drive.

See which one fits your website like a glove.

And be sure to let us know in the comments section which one you like best.

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8 Best Free WordPress Themes of 2019 (Chosen by Experts)

If you’re starting your blog on a budget, a free WordPress theme is a great way to keep costs down.

The problem?

Let’s be honest:

You don’t need a list of dozens (or hundreds) of free WordPress themes. There’s not enough time in the day to review them all, and most of them sound the same anyway.

No, what you need is a small list of themes that have been vouched for and vetted by people who know what they’re talking about.

And you need that list to be broken down in a way that makes it easy for you to choose the theme that best fits your needs.

In short, you need the post you’re reading right now.

We asked 11 influential WordPress experts and bloggers the following, open-ended question:

“What is the best free WordPress theme for bloggers?”

They were allowed to pick up to two themes.

Here are the results:

The Best Free WordPress Themes of 2019

Astra by Brainstorm Force

Writee by Scissor Themes

GeneratePress by Tom Usborne

Neve by Themeisle

Reykjavik by WebMan Design

Cali by aThemes

Didi Lite by Anariel Design

OceanWP by OceanWP

1. Astra by Brainstorm Force

A Look at Astra (in 50 Words or Less)

Astra is a popular multipurpose theme that offers a lightweight, optimized foundation that you can build into your own unique design via a set of simple, customization options. No coding is required.

The TL;DR for Astra

7 Votes Of our 11 experts, 7 chose Astra in our survey.

300k Active Installs There are more than 300,000 active installations of the Astra theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given Astra an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Astra

Brad Morrison, Founder of GoWP

Colm Troy, Co-founder of Create and Code

The free version comes with a lot of flexibility, it’s very well coded and the team behind it is great at support. It also works perfectly with WordPress’ new block editor as well as Beaver Builder and Elementor, so it’s a great option no matter how you build your content.

Nick Adams, COO at WP Buffs

Sure, [Astra] may not be the snazziest theme out there in it’s “out of the box” form, but it’s lightweight and gives you a great platform to build upon.

Adam Connell, Founder of Blogging Wizard

Last One:

Astra is one WordPress theme that has been on my radar for a while. We are actually moving ShoutMeLoud from Genesis to Astra for a few reasons:

The code is super clean and it’s one of the well-developed themes.

With over 200,000+ installs, it is one of the best free WordPress themes in the repository.

It works with Elementor Pro, LearnDash, EDD and few other popular extensions that we use all the time.

Harsh Agrawal, Founder of ShoutMeLoud

In case you missed it, Harsh Agrawl is moving his website to Astra. That’s how big a fan he is of the theme.

Astra also received votes from Karol Krol and Daan Tol. We’ll have more from them later.

Key Features of Astra

Responsive design

Lots of customization options in the native WordPress Customizer (these let you control your theme’s design without needing any special technical knowledge)

Multipurpose – use it for any type of site, blogs included

Lightweight and performance optimized

Works great with page builders like Elementor or Beaver Builder

One of the most popular free WordPress themes, with more than 200,000 active installations

Compatible with the Gutenberg block editor

Pre-built importable demo sites

WooCommerce support

Active Facebook discussion group to learn tips and tricks

5-star rating on over 1,600 reviews at WordPress.org

Final Thoughts on Astra

If you want a free, lightweight theme that excels at customization and performance, Astra is a great choice.

Download Astra for Free

2. Writee by Scissor Themes

A Look at Writee (in 50 Words or Less)

Writee is a clean theme that puts the focus on your writing, along with a spot for a bold, full-width featured image.

The TL;DR for Writee

3 Votes Of our 11 experts, 3 chose Writee in our survey.

30k Active Installs There are more than 30,000 active installations of the Writee theme.

4.8 Rating Users have given Writee an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Writee

Katie Keith, Co-founder of Barn2 Media

Devesh Sharma, Founder of WPKube

There are a lot of excellent free blogging themes out there, but one standout is Writee by Scissor Themes. It has striking visuals, a lot of customization potential, and some other neat features.

Charlie Livingston, Founder of aThemes

Key Features of Writee

Responsive design

Clean, minimal looks

Bold featured images (that’s where the “striking visuals” come from)

Multiple blog archive options – list or grid view

Customization via the native WordPress Customizer

Full-width or boxed slider

WooCommerce compatibility

Final Thoughts on Writee

With Writee, you just activate it and start writing.

Download Writee for Free

3. GeneratePress by Tom Usborne

A Look at GeneratePress (in 50 Words or Less)

GeneratePress is another popular option that shares the same philosophy as Astra. That is, it’s a lightweight chameleon that you can adapt to any niche or need.

In performance tests, GeneratePress usually ends up at the top of the pack, which is great if you want your blog to load fast. Beyond that, it also comes with over-the-top good support.

The TL;DR for GeneratePress

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose GeneratePress in our survey.

100k Active Installs There are more than 100,000 active installations of the GeneratePress theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given GeneratePress an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About GeneratePress

Daan Tol, Owner of WPLift

Key Features of GeneratePress

Super lightweight and performance optimized (under 30 kb)

Tons of customization options in the native WordPress Customizer

Compatible with the Gutenberg block editor

One of the best free responsive WordPress themes, with a great mobile design

Excellent code quality

Integrates well with all major page builders, including Elementor and Beaver Builder

WooCommerce compatible

5-star rating on over 800 reviews at WordPress.org

Final Thoughts on GeneratePress

If you’re willing to put in some time, you can create the theme of your dreams, and it will all be powered by a lightweight, performance-optimized foundation.

Finally, as Daan mentioned, the theme’s developer, Tom Usborne, offers amazing support if you ever need a helping hand.

Download GeneratePress for Free

4. Neve by Themeisle

A Look at Neve (in 50 Words or Less)

Neve is a lightweight theme that’s optimized to work with the new WordPress block editor (also known as the Gutenberg editor). It’s also on the list of the most popular free WordPress themes at WordPress.org, which means that, although it’s new, it’s getting a lot of traction.

The TL;DR for Neve

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Neve in our survey.

30k Active Installs There are more than 30,000 active installations of the Neve theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given Neve an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Neve

Karol Krol, Heads Content at Themeisle

Key Features of Neve

Responsive design

Built to work well with the new WordPress block editor

One-page design

Customization options in the real-time WordPress Customizer

Mega menu support

Importable demo sites

WooCommerce compatible

Final Thoughts on Neve

Download Neve for Free

5. Reykjavik by WebMan Design

A Look at Reykjavik (in 50 Words or Less)

Reykjavik brands itself as a free business WordPress theme, but it’s got a great look that can just as easily be adapted to blogging or other niches.

As the name suggests, you get a very “Nordic” feel to the styling.

(Basically, if you like Ikea, you’ll probably like this WordPress theme!)

The TL;DR for Reykjavik

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Reykjavik in our survey.

2k Active Installs There are more than 2,000 active installations of the Reykjavik theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given Reykjavik an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Reykjavik

Reykjavik is a fresh, lightweight theme that features minimalist style. It is therefore a great fit for blogging and portfolio type websites.

Marko Segota, Co-founder of Anariel Design

Key Features of Reykjavik

Responsive design

Great-looking blog post layout with space for a full-width featured image

Accessible by default – passes WCAG 2.0 level AA and Section 508 requirements

Customization via the native WordPress Customizer

One-click demo content import

Compatible with all major page builder plugins

Final Thoughts on Reykjavik

(Those are the meatballs at Ikea, if you’re not familiar.)

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6. Cali by aThemes

A Look at Cali (in 50 Words or Less)

With its focus on visual imagery, Cali makes a great option for fashion, lifestyle, and travel blogs.

Beyond its looks, Cali also builds in some other helpful features for bloggers, like a newsletter integration (via the MailChimp for WordPress plugin), dedicated spots for social media follow buttons at both the top and bottom of your page, and space to bring in your Instagram feed (via the WP Instagram Widget plugin).

The TL;DR for Cali

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Cali in our survey.

1k Active Installs There are more than 1,000 active installations of the Cali theme.

3.0 Rating Users have given Cali an average rating of 3.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Cali

(I) also recommend our own Cali theme. It has plenty of cool options for bloggers – including a posts carousel, a wide selection of fonts to choose from, and social media integration.

Charlie Livingston, Founder of aThemes

Key Features of Cali

Responsive design

Full-width posts carousel at the top of the screen

Lots of spots to showcase your featured images/visuals

Customization via the native WordPress Customizer

Built-in social follow buttons (two different locations)

WooCommerce compatible

Integrations for MailChimp for WordPress and WP Instagram Widget (the theme recommends that you install both of these plugins)

Final Thoughts on Cali

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7. Didi Lite by Anariel Design

A Look at Didi Lite (in 50 Words or Less)

As the “lite” in the name suggests, there’s also a premium version that you can purchase if you decide you’d like more layouts and customization options in the future.

The TL;DR for Didi Lite

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose Didi Lite in our survey.

700+ Active Installs There are more than 700 active installations of the Didi Lite theme.

4.5 Rating Users have given Didi Lite an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About Didi Lite

Marko Segota, Co-founder of Anariel Design

Key Features of Didi Lite

Responsive design

Minimal looks with plenty of white space

Multiple front page options to display your latest blog posts

Beautiful typography

Demo content

Built to work well with Elementor (and other page builders)

Final Thoughts on Didi Lite

With its minimal design, Didi Lite makes a great option for both text-heavy blogs, as well as fashion or lifestyle blogs (because you also get the option to display large featured images).

It’s also another good option if you want a theme that looks “polished” as soon as you install it.

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8. OceanWP by OceanWP

A Look at OceanWP (in 50 Words or Less)

OceanWP is another free theme that follows the chameleon principles of Astra and GeneratePress. Once again, that means it’s a flexible foundation that you can build into your dream blog theme.

Like Astra and Neve, OceanWP also offers some free demo sites that you can import if you don’t want to customize your design from scratch.

The TL;DR for OceanWP

1 Vote Of our 11 experts, 1 chose OceanWP in our survey.

300k Active Installs There are more than 300,000 active installations of the OceanWP theme.

5.0 Rating Users have given OceanWP an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 stars.

What Our Experts Say About OceanWP

Daan Tol, Owner of WPLift

Key Features of OceanWP

Responsive design

Multipurpose and flexible looks

Uses the native WordPress Customizer for customization

Pre-built importable demo sites

Offers a number of free extensions

Lots of different header options

Built to work well with popular WordPress page builders

WooCommerce compatible

Active on 300,000+ sites

5-star rating on over 2,100 reviews at WordPress.org

Final Thoughts on OceanWP

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Free WordPress Themes: Frequently Asked Questions

Before we wrap up, let’s look at a few common questions we hear from readers regarding free WordPress themes. Questions like:

Free WordPress Themes vs Premium Themes: Is There a Difference?

How Much are Premium WordPress Themes?

What’s the Difference Between Free WordPress Themes and Free WordPress Templates?

Can I Use a WordPress Theme if I’m not on WordPress?

How do I Find WordPress Themes?

1. Free WordPress Themes vs Premium Themes: Is There a Difference?

When it comes to free WordPress themes vs premium WordPress themes, there are a lot of misconceptions out there.

As someone who makes his living in the WordPress space, let me tell you that none of that is true. It’s just impossible to make those generalizations based solely on a theme’s price tag.

Free themes are code.

Premium themes are code.

Long story short:

There’s not a single inherent difference between free themes vs premium themes and there’s no reason you need to feel compelled to use a premium WordPress theme.

So if you absolutely love a free WordPress theme, it comes from a quality developer who maintains it, and it does everything you need it to already, just use it and be happy!

That doesn’t mean premium themes have no benefits

If you noticed above, you’ll see I used phrases like “inherent difference.” That’s because I wanted to hedge my bets a little bit. 🙂

There is, of course, a reason why premium themes exist, and it might turn out that a premium theme actually is a better option for your unique situation, especially as your blog starts growing.

Even if you start with a free WordPress theme, here are some reasons to consider going Pro in the future:

More features: While it’s not true in all cases, a lot of developers will lock up more advanced features beyond a Pro version (like more customization options). This is true for Astra, GeneratePress, OceanWP, and others. Sometimes, paying for those features is worth it.

2. How Much are Premium WordPress Themes?

Because each developer sets their own prices, there’s a lot of variation in how much premium WordPress themes cost.

However, on average, you’ll usually spend about $60 for most premium WordPress themes. For example, the premium version of Astra sits right at $59, and many of the premium themes that you’ll find at ThemeForest also adopt this pricing.

3. What’s the Difference Between Free WordPress Themes and Free WordPress Templates?

Many people use these terms interchangeably, but they are very different. A WordPress theme controls the design of your entire website. A WordPress template controls the layout for a specific page (or specific pages) within your website — e.g. your contact page, your individual blog posts, etc.

In short, if someone tells you they’re looking for “free WordPress templates” or the like, they probably mean themes.

4. Can I Use a WordPress Theme if I’m not on WordPress?

No, WordPress themes are for websites that use WordPress as its CMS (content management system).

If you’re using Wix, Blogger, or a different blogging platform, you won’t be able to use WordPress themes for your website’s design.

5. How do I Find WordPress Themes?

If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect WordPress theme after our list, here are some tips for other spots where you can find WordPress themes.

For free WordPress themes, your best bet is to use the official WordPress.org theme directory.

Beyond just generally being a huge collection of free WordPress themes, another benefit is that every theme listed in the directory has to go through a basic code review process.

For premium WordPress themes, Smart Blogger typically recommends Elegant Themes (affiliate link) and Avada (affiliate link). However, you’ll have no shortage of options. Browse around, read reviews, and test as many demos as you can.

So, What’s the Best Free WordPress Theme?

That will depend on your particular needs and situation.

Based on the feedback from our experts, Astra leads the pack. But any of the free WordPress themes mentioned in this post are great options.

Take each one for a test drive.

See which one fits your website like a glove.

And be sure to let us know in the comments section which one you like best.

About the author: Colin Newcomer is a freelance writer for hire with a background in SEO and affiliate marketing. He helps clients grow their web visibility by writing primarily about digital marketing and WordPress. In his spare time, he travels and curates graphic t-shirts.

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The Best WordPress Blogs to Follow in 2018

With WordPress making up a good one-third of the internet, you have to expect there to be a slew of blogs and websites devoted to the CMS. And there are. You will find blogs written from every perspective, targeting every niche, and marketing toward every demographic you can imagine. That’s a lot of content, and it can be hard to hit all the high points. To help you out a bit, we’ve put together a list (in no particular order) of what we think are the best WordPress blogs that you don’t want to miss.

1. Smashing Magazine

One of the most consistent and high-quality publications around, Smashing Magazine works as kind of the gold standard for WordPress blogs. Or technology blogs. Or really, blogs in general. Long-form content that dives deep into each subject they tackle is a mainstay, and even when they have sponsored posts, the content is held to the same standards as their day-to-day work and covers useful topics that just happen to pertain to the sponsor’s niche. Whether you’re a WordPress designer, developer, user, or some combination of all of those, you need to read Smashing Magazine. Stat.

2. The Pagely Blog

You know who understands WordPress? Managed WordPress hosts. That’s just what Pagely is. But their blog isn’t self-promotion at all — it’s a valued resource covering business skills for professionals using WP to make their livings, designers, and more. Their marketing articles touch on topics that many of the best WordPress blogs don’t, so they hit on pressure points you may not even know you need to be pressed. Even their posts on managed WP hosting aren’t tied specifically to them and can be applied to multiple other hosts. All in all, Pagely’s blog is worth a read.

3. CodeinWP

CodeinWP is, as they put it, a hub for WordPressers. Anyone involved in the pressing of words in any way can find something here. The art of blogging? Check. Business acumen and monetization? Yep. Even productivity tips that can make your WordPressing more…well…productive. They also offer neat downloadables every so often (productivity planners and so on), so they really try to be helpful for their readers. They aren’t just in it for the clicks.

4. Cats Who Code

While the title absolutely can mean cats in the general folks or people way, this site was named after actual kitties. That’s a major point in its favor. That said, they also provide fantastic resources to WPers, and not only in the WordPress sphere. They cover ideas in general web development, too, as well as design trends. All of the topics, generally, can be applied to WordPress. I don’t think a week goes by that I don’t click into a CatsWhoCode article at least once.

5. Sucuri

Not only are they one of the most trusted security plugins in the WordPress world, they also have one of the best WordPress blogs out there, too. When something blows up (not literally of course, but then again you never know with hackers) regarding WordPress, Sucuri will have a blog about it. You should check in occasionally to make sure you’re up to date on the latest threats (and their fixes) to your workspace and livelihood.

6. Wordfence

Take everything I said above, but replace Sucuri with Wordfence. (That’s a joke.) You can never be too careful when it comes to website security, and having two go-to publications to stay informed is better than having one.

7. WPLift

Designed to be accessible, WPLift has a little bit of everything for the WordPress user. If you need to know about plugins, they probably have a write-up. If you want to see about certain themes, again, it’s probably there. They cover security and general tips and even put together guides so that you can be the best WordPresser around. Some of the most lifehack-style WP uses I know came from something I saw on WPLift at one point or another.

8. ManageWP.org

Not exactly a blog, ManageWP.org (remember, it’s the .org extension, not .net or .com) is an aggregator of the best WordPress articles that have been published recently. Community submitted and voted on, the best articles tend to make their way to the top across all sorts of different categories. ManageWP is a great way to find some of the best WordPress blogs that you’ve never heard of. They may not be the millions-of-hits-per-day blogs all the time, but if you see it here, it’s generally going to have amazing information.

9. Torque

Published by the top-end managed host, WP Engine, Torque pretty much lives up to its slogan: all the word that’s fit to press. If it’s worth talking about, you can bet that Torque has either written about it — or will in the near future. Daily posts from some of the WordPress communities top names make this one a guaranteed bookmark in your browser. Or entry in Feedly or whatever you use.

10. WP Tavern

Free WordPress news. Free podcasts and free commentary. WP Tavern is one of the top news sources for WordPress because they are fast and accurate with what they report. In general, their community is strong and opinionated, and there can be some fantastic discussions in the comments sections. If you want to keep your finger on the beating pulse of our industry, WP Tavern is where to go.

11. The Layout by Flywheel

If you’ve noticed a trend of managed WordPress hosts having great blogs, it’s because they generally do. Not only is it a great way to give back to their community, but it also helps attract people to their products. Flywheel is managed WP hosting aimed at designers, so their blog, The Layout, targets that same demo. Many of their articles are design best practices, tips to enhance the look and function of your WordPress site, and so on. But they also publish general WordPress tips, too, and a lot are on the technical side but broken down so that non-techies and right-brained people can make heads or tails of them.

12. The Yoast SEO Blog

Yoast is arguably the King of the kingdom of WordPress SEO. If Google (or other search engines) does it, Yoast is on top of it, too. And their blog then explains it all to you in understandable language with videos and tutorials and infographics. With various series being published at different times, you might see an advice column one day, a use case the next, and then an explanation of why Yoast works the way it does the day after that. There’s a running joke on my weekly livestream that I can’t go a week without talking about Yoast and their blog, and there’s a good reason for that. It’s just too good not to share. So here’s me talking about Yoast’s blog again, sharing it with you, too.

13. WooCommerce

If you sell things using WordPress, you likely use WooCommerce. If that’s the case, then you should subscribe to the WooCommerce official blog. Not only will you get development updates and know what’s coming so you can prepare your store, they also publish lots of best practices and business tips that have been tested and tend to work really well with the software.

14. WPBeginner

Pretty much the place for WordPress how-tos these days. If you want to know how to do it in a simple, easy-to-understand, step-by-step way, WPBeginner probably has an article on it. Depending on the problem, their recommended solution may be a plugin to get the job done, while others may be a dive into your PHP files. Either way, when you have an issue, WPBeginner is a great place to see if there’s a solution. And if you can’t find it there…well, you may have just broken the internet.

15. WP Mayor

If you can’t trust a blog that has a mascot with a monocle, who can you trust? WP Mayor is one of the best WordPress blogs because it has a little bit of everything for WordPress users. From beginners to advanced users, the team here has something for you. You may find out about a new plugin that makes your life easier or get a tip that increases your ecommerce revenue three-fold. Additionally, they keep a list of WordPress job boards for you, so if you’re looking for a side gig or even a full-time career, you should consider tossing your vote to WP Mayor.

16. WPMU DEV

You may know WPMUDEV for their great set of premium WP plugins, but did you know they also publish one of the best WordPress blogs, too? Problem-solving is kind of their thing, and if it can happen to WordPress, they probably have a solution for it. And not just a hackey, good-enough solution. But a down-in-the-trenches, in-depth, you’re-never-going-to-worry-about-this-again kind of solution. Their writers will walk you through the steps you need for whatever the task is, and when you’re finished, you can’t not have learned something.

17. WPShout!

While there are a ton of blogs out there focusing on the everyman WordPresser, WPShout is one of the best WordPress blogs aimed at developers. As you can see in the screenshot, they have quick guides for different topics, free courses you can run through, and they are always posting up new articles with goodies that will keep you clicking. Some of the best posts on WPShout are small commentary blogs that provoke thought and enable discussion, then link out to the article that brought up the idea in the first place. This is a great place to discover so much new stuff that you just have to check it out.

18. Ma.tt

In 2003, Matt Mullenweg created WordPress. This is his blog.

19. Kinsta

Another managed WordPress host putting out amazing content, Kinsta publishes one of the best WordPress blogs. It contains tips on PHP, back-end development, front-end development and design, plugin awareness, marketing, and even ecommerce. Some of the most intriguing content they do, though, is called Kinsta Kingpin, a series of interviews with WordPress professionals like you. While their normal content is superb, there’s something about these interviews that always makes me excited when I see another one posted. I think you’ll feel the same way.

20. Post Status

Not so much a typical blog as a podcast with really good show notes, Post Status is one of those sites that grabs you and won’t let you go. Run by WP pro Brian Krogsgard, PS has become so much more than just a show or a site. Brian has put together a great community with PS, and he has been publishing and working in WordPress long enough that he has insight into the CMS that many of us only dream of having. He also covers topics that other sites tend to back away from, such as WordPress and Blockchain. Definitely worth a look (and a listen, too).

21. Make.WordPress

I hesitated to include this one because it is definitely not the typical WordPress blog. But when I was thinking about the best WordPress blogs around, I realized that I check Make WordPress just as often as I do any others out there. You see, make.wordpress.org is the blog where you see what’s going on with WordPress as it happens. You get Gutenberg updates (in their What’s New in Gutenberg? series), team meeting minutes so you can see what was talked about during the latest design team or community building meeting, and that sort of thing. It’s not really a how-to kind of blog, but if you have even a passing interest in the goings-on behind the curtain, Make WordPress Core is going to impress you.

22. Elegant Themes

How could we have a list of the best WordPress blogs without including the Elegant Themes blog? We may be a bit biased here, but we do our best to put out the best tutorials and resources we can for the WordPress community at large. If you have any questions or topics you’re curious about, we very likely have something about it in our archives. And if we don’t, we’re always open to taking requests in the comments.

Subscribe Away!

With nearly two dozen of the best WordPress blogs at the forefront of your mind right now, your RSS reader should be full, your browser’s tabs should be tiny and jam-packed together, and your thinking cap should be waiting in the wings. Hopefully, whatever your niche is within the wide world of WordPress, at least a few of these blogs and sites should make their way into your regular rotation. Enjoy!

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Welcome to the brand new WPLift! I am excited to welcome you today with our new website design! I decided to freshen up the branding, bring fresh air to the site and along with this new layout add new sections and services. I am expecting to hear from you what you think about this new coat of WPLift, and meanwhile I want to share some insights from the redesigning process and what you can expect. Ready for a little tour? History WPLift was started in 2010 by Oliver Dale, the original owner. Since then the website grew and got several redesigns, with the major and last change in 2013 when it became black and red (you may even remember WPlift in the shades of purple). In May 2016 came time when I took over and became the new owner of WPLift. When I bought the site, I really liked the content, but the design wasn’t up to date anymore and I felt I need to make some changes. I had to take my time and didn’t want to shake things up right away as I was kinda new in the WordPress world. I wanted to learn first, look around and think about what I wanted. New design I wanted to make sure, that the design of WPLift would support our content and tell all our visitors what we stand for: Source: https://managewp.org/articles/15947/to-infinity-and-beyond-with-the-brand-new-wplift

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To infinity and beyond with the brand new WPLift!

Welcome to the brand new WPLift! I am excited to welcome you today with our new website design! I decided to freshen up the branding, bring fresh air to the site and along with this new layout add new sections and services. I am expecting to hear from you what you think about this new coat of WPLift, and meanwhile I want to share some insights from the redesigning process and what you can expect. Ready for a little tour? History WPLift was started in 2010 by Oliver Dale, the original owner. Since then the website grew and got several redesigns, with the major and last change in 2013 when it became black and red (you may even remember WPlift in the shades of purple). In May 2016 came time when I took over and became the new owner of WPLift. When I bought the site, I really liked the content, but the design wasn’t up to date anymore and I felt I need to make some changes. I had to take my time and didn’t want to shake things up right away as I was kinda new in the Wordpress world. I wanted to learn first, look around and think about what I wanted. New design I wanted to make sure, that the design of WPLift would support our content and tell all our visitors what we stand for: from ManageWP.org https://managewp.org/articles/15947/to-infinity-and-beyond-with-the-brand-new-wplift

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If you want to learn more about WordPress, blogs like WPLift are a great place to start – at least we think so!But blogs aren’t the only game in town when it comes to improving your knowledge – there’s also a massive ecosystem of WordPress Facebook groups that focus on all kinds of topics related to WordPress. And I’ve taken the time to collect some of the best.Whether you’re looking for a general group that fits your knowledge level, a group on a specific WordPress topic, or a group on a specific plugin or theme, you should be able to find something on this list.And as a member of quite a few of these groups myself, I can attest that they really are a great place to learn from the massive WordPress community!3 WordPress Groups For Different Knowledge LevelsIn this section, I’ll share some popular Facebook groups that target themselves towards specific knowledge levels. As luck would have it, the three groups are divided neatly into three natural skill levels:BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedAs you learn more, you can graduate to a new group.1. WordPress Help for BeginnersMembers: 7,156+Notable Rules: No affiliate links. Search before posting.As the name suggests, WordPress Help for Beginners is an all-purpose group that helps newbies learn more about WordPress.As far as rules go – it’s pretty loose. All the admins ask is that you search Google before posting a question and refrain from self promotion, unless it’s relevant and includes a disclaimer that you’re affiliated with the product.Go To WordPress Help for Beginners2. Intermediate WordPressMembers: 4,641+Notable Rules: Special joining rules. No self-promotional posts. No plugin/theme suggestions.Intermediate WordPress fills the void between WordPress Help for Beginners and the next group on this list. If you know the basics of WordPress, but aren’t a professional developer, this one is a good place to get started.Just be aware that it has some specific rules about joining:No accounts that have been registered at Facebook for less than a yearNo accounts with 200+ public groupsMust answer the sign-up question within 24 hoursGo To Intermediate WordPress3. Advanced WordPressMembers: 30,213+Notable Rules: No spam. No low-level questions (like plugin/theme suggestions).Finally, we come to the most advanced general WordPress group on Facebook. Advanced WordPress is a “place for WP developers on Facebook to meet and share ideas and knowledge with a focus on the most advanced features and functionality without necessarily having to go into any basics.”As a result, people are going to assume you already have the basic stuff down if you’re in this group and will post accordingly.While it is focused on advanced topics, the admins do make sure to state that “We are an Advanced group, but we welcome everyone.”Go To Advanced WordPress3 WordPress Facebook Groups For Specific TopicsRather than focusing on a specific knowledge level, all of these Facebook groups focus on a specific aspect of WordPress.1. WordPress Speed UpMembers: 6,513+Notable Rules: No spam/self-promotion. Search before asking. Be descriptive when asking questions.Cursed with a slow-loading WordPress site? This group will help you learn how to speed up your WordPress site and get things running smoothly.While the group is focused on speeding up WordPress, the admins make a special note that the “ purpose of this Group is to help you speed up your sites, NOT to speed them up instead of you, for free.”So – expect to find the knowledge you need to do things yourself – don’t expect people to do that work for you!Go To WordPress Speed Up2. WordPress Plugin SuggestionsMembers: 11,060+Notable Rules: No plugin support – suggestions only. No self-promotion. Be specific in your questions.Ever struggled to find the perfect plugin for your specific needs? While we try to publish some awesome plugin lists here at WPLift, sometimes you need a more specific suggestion.And when that happens, you can turn to WordPress Plugin Suggestions for help.Go To WordPress Plugin Suggestions3. WordPress HostingMembers: 7,525+Notable Rules: No promo codes, links to articles without insight, and absolutely zero affiliate links.Need help picking the best place to host your WordPress website? We think our post on WordPress hosting is pretty comprehensive – but like plugin suggestions, we get that sometimes you want to hear some different opinions.And when that hankering hits, you can turn to the big WordPress Hosting group to ask for help.The group is less focused on super general questions like “anyone know a good web host?” and more focused on specific topics like “new features, issues, tips, tricks, security, caching, performance, and more.”Go To WordPress HostingWordPress Facebook Groups For Specific Themes And PluginsAll the Facebook groups in this section are focused on specific plugins or themes.If you use one of these tools, these communities are a goldmine because they’ll include tons of helpful WordPress tips and tricks to help you get more value from each tool.1. Elementor CommunityMembers: 10,811+Notable Rules: Search before asking questions. No affiliate/spam links. Try to keep questions specifically on Elementor.Elementor Community is a popular group focused specifically on the Elementor page builder. There’s a ton of good tips and tutorials floating around for helping you get more from Elementor. And the community is also always willing to help out with specific questions.They’ve even put together a massive Trello board that collects some of the best Elementor resources.Go To Elementor Community2. Beaver BuildersMembers: 10,415+Notable Rules: No spam. Keep discussion focused on Beaver Builder.Like the previous group, Beaver Builders is, unsurprisingly, focused on the Beaver Builder page builder.It covers pretty similar topics, as well. In addition to sharing lots of helpful resources, members of the community are always eager to help out with specific issues.Go To Beaver Builders3. Divi Theme UsersMembers: 25,783+Notable Rules: No promotion unless in relevant thread. Search group before posting a question.Rounding out the page builder trio, Divi Theme Users is the equivalent group for the Divi theme and page builder.In addition to discussing Divi and answering questions, the group also has specific threads on Wednesday and Sunday that let you promote your website or product. Other than that, there’s no direct promotion allowed.Go To Divi Theme Users4. WooCommerce Help & ShareMembers: 20,550+Notable Rules: No drive-by promotions.WooCommerce Help & Share is a Facebook group for discussing anything related to the WooCommerce plugin.Beyond the general WooCommerce focus, there aren’t any specific topics to abide by and people of all knowledge levels are welcome.Promotion is allowed for active members, but no “drive-by” promotion is allowed. So, if you join and start posting about your product right away, you’re probably going to end up banned!Go To WooCommerce Help & Share5. WordPress ACF UsersMembers: 2,001+Notable Rules: No non-ACF content, links to articles without insight, affiliate links, promo codes.Advanced Custom Fields is a plugin that powers a ton of cool WordPress functionality. And in this group, you can learn more about how to use ACF, as well as share tips and tutorials.Go To WordPress ACF Users6. Genesis WordPressMembers: 9,231+Notable Rules: No publicly posted rules.Genesis WordPress is a popular Facebook group for users of the Genesis framework.If you build your sites with Genesis, give it a look.Go To Genesis WordPress7. Avada Users GroupMembers: 14,760+Notable Rules: Follow formatting instructions. Keep posts Avada related. 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