Sometimes our WordPress plugin users need to create an Admin user account for their sites. In this tutorial I will share a small PHP code with you that can be used to create a WordPress Administrator user to your site. … [Read more...] about Add a WordPress Admin User Account via PHP
PayPal vs Venmo
PayPal and Venmo are both payment platforms that can be used to accept money from friends, family, employers or customers. They are both leading digital wallets and while they share common features, a number of factors set the two companies apart. In fact, if you've noticed the similarity of these … [Read more...] about PayPal vs Venmo
Force a File to Download (PDF, Image, Audio) Rather than Showing up in the Browser
If you run a website where you offer downloadable content to your visitors this tutorial will help you ensure that the item is always saved to their computer. Without putting steps in place to force a file to download, some browsers will only display the item rather than download it. While simply … [Read more...] about Force a File to Download (PDF, Image, Audio) Rather than Showing up in the Browser
How Can a 2 Factor Authentication System be Used to Create a Secure Login System
On a daily basis when paying online or logging into a site, customers and users are completing 2 factor authentication processes without even realizing it. In this article we'll explain what a two factor authentication system is, when one should be implemented and what the benefits are of having one … [Read more...] about How Can a 2 Factor Authentication System be Used to Create a Secure Login System
PayPal Smart Checkout Buttons
PayPal has recently introduced Smart Checkout Buttons that allow site admin to further customize their checkout page. These Smart Checkout Buttons dynamically change depending on the location of the customer offering them the most suitable payment methods. With less clicks needed to checkout and … [Read more...] about PayPal Smart Checkout Buttons
How to Get Your PayPal REST API Credentials
In this tutorial we will take a look at how you can get your REST API Credentials from within your PayPal account. REST API's are designed for environments that will be used from devices such as a mobile phone that require OAuth. What is an API? What is a Rest API? Before we go ahead and learn how … [Read more...] about How to Get Your PayPal REST API Credentials
10 Free Themes for Your WordPress Site for 2018
There is nothing worse than visiting a website that looks as though it is still set in the 1990's. As the years go on it is important to update your website's theme so that you are always using the latest responsive technology. Finding a quality theme that is also free can be hard to find. I've … [Read more...] about 10 Free Themes for Your WordPress Site for 2018
How to Resend a PayPal IPN Message for a Transaction
There may come a time that for some reason the IPN (Instant Payment Notification) message did not arrive successfully from PayPal to the plugin you are using. IPN is most commonly used for membership/subscriptions sites and a failed IPN message can result in a members account not updating … [Read more...] about How to Resend a PayPal IPN Message for a Transaction
How to Increase the File Upload Limit of WordPress
Have you tried to upload a file and received the unfortunate: "Exceeds the maximum upload size for this site" message. Many servers provide a file size limit of 2-5 MB which in most cases is not large enough for audio files to be uploaded. This article others multiple strategies to help you increase … [Read more...] about How to Increase the File Upload Limit of WordPress
A Simple Guide to Adding Font Awesome Icons to Your WordPress Site
Font Awesome is a popular set of icons that can be added to your website. Adding 'Font Awesome' icons create a user friendly website that is visually appealing to your target audience. 'Font Awesome' icons are CSS fonts (not images) so it loads faster. Why Do Website Owners Use Font Awesome … [Read more...] about A Simple Guide to Adding Font Awesome Icons to Your WordPress Site