THE BLAC-M BLOG
Category: WPVitals
Explore this collection of articles on websites, software, business hardware, and the decisions behind the work.
How to Handle a Pending WordPress Core Update
September 18, 2026
A safe sequence for reviewing and applying a pending WordPress core update.
Remove WordPress Sample Content Before Launch
September 18, 2026
Why the default Sample Page makes a site look unfinished and how to remove or repurpose it safely.
How to Set the Correct WordPress Homepage
September 18, 2026
How to choose between latest posts and a static homepage, then verify the public result.
How to Assign a WordPress Privacy Policy Page
September 18, 2026
How to assign a published privacy policy page and keep the wording aligned with the site’s actual data practices.
WordPress XML Sitemaps: What They Do and When to Check Them
September 18, 2026
How the core XML sitemap helps discovery and what to check when it is missing or disabled.
Why WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY Should Be Disabled on Live Sites
September 18, 2026
Why displaying PHP and WordPress notices to visitors can expose paths, queries and implementation details.
WordPress Search Engine Visibility: Launch Checklist
September 18, 2026
What the WordPress discourage-search-engines setting does and what to verify before launch.
WP_DEBUG on Production: When to Turn It Off
September 18, 2026
How to use WordPress debug mode during development without exposing notices or paths on a live site.
WordPress Timezone Settings Explained
September 18, 2026
Why the WordPress timezone affects publishing, scheduled tasks, logs and date displays.
WordPress Permalinks: Choose a Stable URL Structure
September 18, 2026
How permalink structure affects sharing, search visibility and future maintenance.
Practical WordPress guidance connected to WPVitals audit checks.