What is CMS WordPress and how to use it: a complete guide

CMS (Content Management System) is software that allows you to create, edit, and manage websites without the need for deep programming knowledge. WordPress is one of the most popular CMS platforms in the world, holding over 43% of the global website market.

In this article, we will explain what WordPress is, why it is so popular, how to use it to create and manage your website, and also offer solutions for ordering a site specifically developed on WordPress.

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Why WordPress?

Main advantages:

• Ease of use: The intuitive interface is suitable even for beginners.
• Flexibility and scalability: WordPress is suitable for any project, from personal blogs to large online stores.
• A vast ecosystem: Thousands of free and premium themes and plugins for customization.
• SEO-friendliness: WordPress offers optimized URL structures and integrates with plugins to improve search engine visibility.
• Free basic functionality: Costs depend only on additional plugins and themes.

How to use WordPress: step-by-step guide (for beginners)

1. Log into the admin panel

The WordPress admin panel is accessible at: yourwebsite.com/wp-admin. Use the administrator login and password created during installation.

2. Set up your site

• Go to the “Settings” → “General” section. Here, you can set the site name, description, time zone, and other parameters.
• Set up permalinks in the “Permalinks” section for clean and understandable URLs.

3. Install a theme

• In the “Appearance” → “Themes” section, choose and activate a theme that suits your goals.
• For a unique design, use the customizer or order an exclusive theme.

4. Adding plugins

• Plugins are added through “Plugins” → “Add New”. For example:
  • Yoast SEO for content optimization.
  • WooCommerce for online stores.
  • Contact Form 7 for creating contact forms.

5. Publishing content

• Use the “Posts” section to create blog posts and “Pages” to add static pages, such as “About Us” or “Contact”.

6. Working with media files

• Upload images and videos in the “Media” section. WordPress automatically creates various file sizes for convenience.

WooCommerce module: the perfect solution for online stores

One of the greatest advantages of WordPress is the ability to create powerful online stores with the WooCommerce module. This free plugin turns your website into a full-fledged online store with an extensive set of features.

Main features of WooCommerce:

• Product Addition: Easily add products with descriptions, photos, prices, and attributes (size, color, etc.).
• Order Management: Conveniently control all order stages — from checkout to delivery.
• Online Payments: Connect payment systems such as PayPal, Stripe, or other local services.
• Shipping Integration: Set up shipping methods and cost calculations.
• Mobile Optimization: Your online store will look great on any device.
• Analytics: The integrated statistics system allows you to track sales, popular products, and customer behavior.
• Functionality Expansion: Add additional plugins for marketing, SEO, coupons, and more.

WooCommerce is suitable for stores of any scale: from small boutiques to large e-commerce platforms.

Why order a website from Jam Development?

The web studio Jam Development has years of experience creating websites and landing pages on WordPress for various businesses. Our portfolio includes dozens of successful projects for restaurants and cafes, architectural and construction companies, travel agencies, and online stores. Creating a website on WordPress may seem like a simple task, but for a professional result, it is important to consider:

• Responsive design for mobile devices.
• SEO optimization for better search engine visibility.
• Ensuring the security of your website.

At Jam Development, we offer comprehensive services for creating websites on WordPress:

• Custom design development.
• Setup and functionality optimization.
• Technical support and CMS usage instructions.
• Basic SEO optimization.

What’s included in WordPress technical support?

1. WordPress, plugin, and theme updates
   We regularly check your site for updates and implement them to ensure:

1. • High performance.
   • Protection from cyber threats.
   • Compatibility of functionality.
2. Backup
   Regular backups of your site’s data to prevent data loss.
3. Security monitoring
   Identifying and fixing vulnerabilities, setting up SSL certificates, and protecting from attacks.
4. Performance optimization
   Speeding up your site by optimizing images, databases, and caching.
5. Fixing technical issues
   Resolving issues related to plugins, themes, or server settings.