The Web Guy’s WordPress Recipes
I’ve been using WordPress since 2005, and I’ve developed more than 150 websites powered by WordPress since then.
Here are my Recipes for creating 3 kinds of all-in-one full-featured WordPress websites:
- Newsletter Website
- Nonprofit Website
- Professional Services Website
Each of these recipes have been tested for plugin compatibility. And everything works right on your website. Enjoy!
Newsletter Website Recipe
The feature requirements of a Newsletter Website are:
- Collect email subscribers
- Publish newsletters
- Email newsletters to subscribers
- Make it easy to post a comment
Plugins
Admin Menu Editor - Manually edit the WordPress admin Dashboard menu. Reorder the menus, show/hide specific items, change permissions, and more.
Advanced Scripts - Manage PHP, CSS, Javascript, SCSS and LESS code, scripts, custom hooks, and other custom code in one place.
Akismet Anti-Spam - Block Spam comments and Spam in contact form submissions.
AnalyticsWP - A powerful, lightweight analytics plugin for WordPress.
Duplicate Page - Duplicate pages, posts, and custom posts with just one click.
The Events Calendar - Manage events on WordPress.
Event Tickets - Sell event tickets and collect event RSVPs on your website.
Fluent Forms Pro - Build forms to collect customer data, process payments, and automate workflows.
Fluent CRM Pro - A Self-Hosted Email Marketing Automation Plugin for WordPress.
Fluent SMTP - Setup the sending of WordPress emails via industry-leading SMTP services.
Paid Membership Subscriptions - Accept recurring payments, register and manage new members, create subscription plans and restrict access to premium content.
User Switching - Swap between user accounts in WordPress.
Wordfence Security - WordPress security features including an endpoint firewall, malware scanner, robust login security features, live traffic views, and more.
WP Extra File Types - Extend the list of allowed file types supported by the Wordpress Media Library.
Theme
Breakdance - The visual builder for WordPress that's both easy-to-use and exceptionally powerful.
Nonprofit Website Recipe
The feature requirements of a Nonprofit Website are:
- Promote Programs & Events
- Accept online Program Applications
- Online Event Registration & Ticket Sales
- Showcase Testimonials
- Communicate Impact
- Accept online Donations
- Post News & Updates
- Collect Email Subscribers
Plugins
Admin Menu Editor - Manually edit the WordPress admin Dashboard menu. Reorder the menus, show/hide specific items, change permissions, and more.
Advanced Scripts - Manage PHP, CSS, Javascript, SCSS and LESS code, scripts, custom hooks, and other custom code in one place.
Akismet Anti-Spam - Block Spam comments and Spam in contact form submissions.
AnalyticsWP - A powerful, lightweight analytics plugin for WordPress.
Duplicate Page - Duplicate pages, posts, and custom posts with just one click.
The Events Calendar - Manage events on WordPress.
Event Tickets - Sell event tickets and collect event RSVPs on your website.
Fluent Forms Pro - Build forms to collect customer data, process payments, and automate workflows.
Fluent CRM Pro - A Self-Hosted Email Marketing Automation Plugin for WordPress.
Fluent SMTP - Setup the sending of WordPress emails via industry-leading SMTP services.
GiveWP - Create, manage, and optimize your online fundraising campaigns.
User Switching - Swap between user accounts in WordPress.
Wordfence Security - WordPress security features including an endpoint firewall, malware scanner, robust login security features, live traffic views, and more.
WP Extra File Types - Extend the list of allowed file types supported by the Wordpress Media Library.
Theme
Breakdance - The visual builder for WordPress that's both easy-to-use and exceptionally powerful.
Professional Services Website Recipe
The feature requirements of a Professional Services Website are:
- Promote Services
- Book Appointments/Meetings Online (Free & Paid)
- Showcase Testimonials
- Post Blogs, News, & Updates
- Collect Email Subscribers
Plugins
Admin Menu Editor - Manually edit the WordPress admin Dashboard menu. Reorder the menus, show/hide specific items, change permissions, and more.
Advanced Scripts - Manage PHP, CSS, Javascript, SCSS and LESS code, scripts, custom hooks, and other custom code in one place.
Akismet Anti-Spam - Block Spam comments and Spam in contact form submissions.
Amelia - WordPress Booking Plugin for Appointments and Events.
AnalyticsWP - A powerful, lightweight analytics plugin for WordPress.
Duplicate Page - Duplicate pages, posts, and custom posts with just one click.
Fluent Forms Pro - Build forms to collect customer data, process payments, and automate workflows.
Fluent CRM Pro - A Self-Hosted Email Marketing Automation Plugin for WordPress.
Fluent SMTP - Setup the sending of WordPress emails via industry-leading SMTP services.
User Switching - Swap between user accounts in WordPress.
Wordfence Security - WordPress security features including an endpoint firewall, malware scanner, robust login security features, live traffic views, and more.
WP Extra File Types - Extend the list of allowed file types supported by the Wordpress Media Library.
Theme
Breakdance - The visual builder for WordPress that's both easy-to-use and exceptionally powerful.