WordPress

Steps to Connect WordPress to Codex via AI Engine MCP [Manage Articles via AI Agent]

This guide explains how to connect to WordPress via MCP to control it from an AI agent. Using the AI Engine plugin, we’ve compiled a step-by-step process for quickly retrieving a list of WordPress posts from Codex (OpenAI) and reviewing drafts. This guide assumes you are implementing it safely on a test site.

2026.04.28

AI

Web Hosting Comparison: Two Recommended Providers for Beginners and Selection Criteria

If you're new to WordPress and looking for a web hosting provider, choosing between Lolipop High Speed and Xserver Standard is more than enough. Based on 7 days of real-world benchmarking and a 7-point comparison, we'll help you clearly identify the provider that's right for you. We've laid out all the key factors that often cause confusion—from pricing and speed to the control panel, free domain, and backup options.

2026.04.12

SERVER

Automatically Back Up WordPress with `rsync wp db export` [Mac × launchd]

This guide explains how to automatically back up your entire WordPress site using rsync and WP DB Export without relying on plugins. It provides a practical, step-by-step overview covering everything from the full script for VPS and shared servers, to setting up scheduled tasks with macOS launchd, implementing dual protection with Time Machine, and the restoration process.

2026.04.11

DEV

How to Safely Deploy WordPress from Local to Production Using wp-db and rsync

This guide explains how to securely deploy WordPress from a local environment to a production environment using the WP-CLI’s `wp db` command and rsync. We cover everything from designing a deployment workflow that relies solely on the command line without plugins, to considerations for URL substitution, rsync exclusion rules, a secure workflow via staging, and automation using GitHub Actions.

2026.04.11

DEV

Implementing HMR for WordPress Themes with Vite [Instant CSS Updates]

This guide explains how to implement HMR (Hot Module Replacement) in WordPress theme development using Vite. Based on the actual structure of a Cocoon child theme, I’ll walk you through the process step by step—from configuring `vite.config.js` and `functions.php` to setting up the `dev` script—so you can experience the lightning-fast performance of seeing SCSS changes reflected in your browser the moment you save them.

2026.04.11

DEV

Herd Set Up a Local WordPress Environment with DBngin in 5 Minutes [Mac]

This guide explains how to set up a local WordPress development environment on a Mac. With Herd DBngin, you can enjoy a lightweight and fast setup that runs natively without the need for Docker. We’ll walk you through the process step by step—from installation to setting up WordPress using WP-CLI, managing multiple sites, and troubleshooting—complete with screenshots.

2026.04.11

DEV

[2026 Edition] The Best Solution for a WordPress Local Development Environment: A Comparison of Recommended Tools

The days when simply choosing "Local" was enough for a WordPress local environment are long gone. As of 2026, the optimal solution varies depending on your needs: "Local" for beginners, DDEV for team-based operations, and Herd dbngin for those who develop daily on a Mac. This guide provides a practical overview, covering comparisons of major tools, their pros and cons, why we recommend Herd dbngin, basic setup procedures, and common pitfalls during production migration.

2026.04.11

DEV

Cloudflare × WordPress Troubleshooting: Solutions for Redirect Loops and 403 Errors

This article explains the causes and specific solutions for common issues that arise when setting up Cloudflare on WordPress, such as "ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS" (redirect loops), "403 Forbidden" errors, and errors accessing the admin dashboard.

2026.04.01

SERVER

The Fastest WordPress Optimization Setup: KUSANAGI + Cloudflare Achieves an 82% Improvement in TTFB in Real-World Tests

Exploring the fastest WordPress setup using a combination of VPS, KUSANAGI, and Cloudflare. Based on 13 real-world tests conducted over 12 hours, we confirmed an 82.89% improvement in desktop TTFB. We’ll introduce practical speed-optimization techniques—implementable without plugins—across three layers: server, CDN, and frontend.

2026.03.31

SERVER

WordPress Server Comparison: Recommended Shared and VPS Hosting Options by Use Case

This guide compares server options for WordPress, looking not only at the differences between shared hosting and VPS but also at each provider’s official pricing as of March 30, 2026, and benchmark results from our own site. It’s a comprehensive comparison guide that outlines the pros and cons of providers like Lolipop, Shin VPS, and KAGOYA CLOUD VPS, explains when shared hosting is sufficient, and identifies the signs that it’s time to switch to a VPS.

2026.03.30

SERVER

How to Solve Troublesome Email Issues During a VPS Migration Using Cloudflare and SMTP2GO: Separating Incoming Email for Your Custom Domain from Outgoing Email for WordPress

When migrating WordPress to a VPS, you need to decide in advance how to handle your email setup, separate from the website migration. In this article, we’ve organized options such as Cloudflare Email Routing, SMTP2GO, Brevo, Sakura Mailbox, Amazon SES, Google Workspace, and Microsoft 365, and summarized criteria for choosing based on the number of outgoing emails, the number of recipient accounts, and estimated costs.

2026.03.29

SERVER

A Complete Guide to WordPress Server Migration: A Professional’s Manual Migration from a Shared Server to a VPS [Summary Version]

Unlike the plugin-based migration methods typically used by beginners, this guide outlines the complete process for migrating WordPress from a shared server to a VPS, assuming a manual migration performed by professionals with a focus on reproducibility. In addition to SSH connections, wp-db export, rsync, wp-config.php configuration, and—where necessary—wp-db create, wp-db import, hosts file verification, and DNS switching, this guide also covers preparing to install WP-CLI on Lolipop and how to configure Xserver VPS.

2026.03.29

SERVER

What Is a VPS? A Complete Guide to the Differences Between VPS and Shared Hosting

This guide clearly explains what a VPS is and compares it to shared hosting in terms of flexibility, performance, cost, and operational burden. It serves as a comprehensive comparison guide covering when shared hosting is sufficient for WordPress operations, when you should switch to a VPS, the best timing for the switch, and how to interpret the 7-day benchmark results.

2026.03.29

SERVER