Tips & Tricks

6 Ways to Speed Up Your WordPress Website in 2024
There are dozens of levers you can pull if you want to speed up your WordPress website. But, as is often the case, the 80/20 rule applies here as well (80% of the results are achieved with 20% of the input). We find that there are actually just a handful of factors that […]

What is a CDN (Content Delivery Network)?
A Content Delivery Network (CDN) improves the speed and performance of your website by distributing content globally through various servers. In this article, we explain in straightforward language how a CDN works, why it is essential for your website, and how you can use it to reduce load times and enhance the user experience. What…

What is DNS Spoofing?
You’ve probably heard of phishing attacks, but do you know the term DNS spoofing? Imagine this: You want to bank online safely and you type in your bank’s trusted URL. You are redirected to a website that looks exactly the same, but in reality, it is a fake copy. Your login details […]

5 ChatGPT Plugins for WordPress
The development of the ChatGPT tool has not gone unnoticed by many. It is a handy chatbot that quickly answers all your questions and assists with executing complex tasks for your education or work. In addition to personal use, ChatGPT is increasingly being used in automated processes. Nowadays, there are also multiple […]

What is the Difference Between Domain and Hosting?
Want to understand the difference between hosting and a domain? After reading this article, you’ll know exactly how it works. We’ll provide you with all the knowledge you need and show you why it’s important to know the difference. Read on and discover how you can improve your online presence! […]

Hosting for WordPress: What to Consider?
We all want our website to load faster. This is important for conversion and also affects your position in the search results, as speed is an important ranking factor for Google. Your hosting provider plays a significant role in your website’s performance. So, it’s important to consider various aspects […]

What is a CNAME?
A CNAME, also known as a ‘Canonical Name record,’ is a type of DNS (Domain Name System) record used to assign a label to a domain name. Within the so-called ‘DNS zone’ of a certain IP address, there are multiple labels present containing A-records. A CNAME record directs a specific domain name to another […]

How do I set up a redirect to another website?
Redirects are an important part of website management and SEO. For example, if you have a new domain name or have redesigned your website, redirects ensure that your visitors and search engines are directed to the right place without errors or loss of traffic. In this article, we further explain what redirects are, when to…

What is a Transfer Token?
If you’ve ever considered transferring your domain name to a different registrar, you’ve likely encountered the term “transfer token.” But what exactly is a transfer token, and why is it so important for the domain transfer process? In this blog, we’ll explain everything about transfer tokens and provide you with all the information you need…

What is TTL (DNS)
Making changes to your DNS records? Then you’ve likely come across the term TTL. This TTL may cause questions for many domain administrators, and we at my.host understand that well. That’s why we’re providing some clarity with this article about what TTL is exactly and how to use it. Read the article below to find…

Updating WordPress: 10 Tips!
Updating WordPress might sound like something you can easily postpone and do when you have the time and inclination. However, updating your WordPress website is more important than most people think. It helps with additional security and fixes bugs that get resolved. That’s why in this article you’ll read 10 […]

What is an A-record? (DNS)
Many domain and/or DNS Zone owners use so-called ‘A records’ to easily link domains to IP addresses. With A records, you connect domains and subdomains to IPv4 addresses. We understand you might be wondering what exactly an A record is and how to use it. That’s why we will provide you with […]











