How to set up anti spoofing mechanisms for WordPress
Stop hackers from impersonating your WordPress site. Learn how to set up SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and AIOS to block spoofing and protect your domain.
TeamUpdraft blog
Welcome to the TeamUpdraft blog, your go-to resource for all things WordPress. Explore our expert insights, case studies, and practical tips to enhance your WordPress experience and stay ahead of the curve.
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CIS benchmarks for securing WordPress
Discover how CIS benchmarks can harden WordPress against vulnerabilities. This guide explains server, database, and user-level security steps, plus a practical checklist for compliance.
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How to hide and protect the WordPress admin URL on an NGINX server
Keeping your WordPress admin area secure is key to blocking hackers and brute-force attacks. In this guide, you’ll learn how to protect the admin URL on an Nginx server using simple, effective steps.
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WordPress analytics 101: How to track and understand your website traffic
Understanding your website traffic doesn’t have to be complex. In this beginner-friendly guide to WordPress analytics, we cover why tracking matters, which metrics to watch, and how tools like Burst Statistics make it simple and privacy-friendly.
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How to delete a database in phpMyAdmin (safely and correctly)
Need to delete a WordPress database? This guide shows how to use phpMyAdmin to delete a database, what to do if your host disables it, and safe backup steps before you click “DROP.”
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How to test WordPress themes and plugins without going live
Want to switch themes or test a new plugin? Learn how to test a WordPress theme without going live using staging sites, local installs, or plugins like UpdraftClone.
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Hardening WordPress against spam and brute force attacks
Protect your WordPress site from brute force attacks and spam with layered security, smart tools, and proven best practices.
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How to push changes between your WordPress staging and live site
Safely push your WordPress staging site live without overwriting the database. Learn how to safely move themes, plugins, and files.
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Best WordPress plugin for analytics in 2025
Looking for the best WordPress plugin for analytics? We tested Burst, MonsterInsights, ExactMetrics, WP Statistics, and Site Kit to see which is best for privacy, e-commerce, or simple reporting.
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How to change permalinks in WordPress (safely, without hurting SEO)
Changing permalinks in WordPress can improve SEO and usability, but done wrong it risks broken links. This guide shows how to safely update URLs, set up redirects, and avoid common pitfalls.
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How to clean up and optimize your WordPress database
Clean up your WordPress database, speed up your site, and reduce clutter in just a few clicks.
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Best SEO Plugins for WordPress
Find the best SEO plugin for your WordPress site. We compare top options, features, and performance.
