So,
you have taken the plunge you have started a blog! Now what? I’m going
to be real being a new blogger can be scary. You are not thrown into the
world of writing, but the techy world of websites and WordPress. And
let me guess you don’t know how to use WordPress?
Some people are lucky enough to have the funds to hire out someone to
do all the work for them. I am not one of those lucky people and if
your not either keep reading. There is hope for us!
WordPress is vast with all its plugins and widgets. You really can do anything when you are self-hosted. It’s exciting! But when you are new how do even know where to start? The dashboard itself is overwhelming.
WordPress is vast with all its plugins and widgets. You really can do anything when you are self-hosted. It’s exciting! But when you are new how do even know where to start? The dashboard itself is overwhelming.
Well, I have been on the hunt for awhile now on finding FREE ways I can learn how to use WordPress.
First, I do want to say that if you purchased your theme then I would check the creator or company website. Many of them provide videos to help you design your site. It’s super helpful!
9 Free Sites That Teach You How to Use WordPress
Youtube Channels
Seriously, youtube is GREAT! There are many techy superheroes that help us to learn how to get this blog off the ground. Plus it’s all visual which is a life saver. You can either search for something specific you need to learn or you can type in “WordPress tutorials”. And you will be in tutorial heaven!
For those of you don’t want to weed through the search system. Take a look at these channels.
Remember everyone’s teaching and learning styles are different. Gravitate to the one that fits you best!
Websites
It
can be hard to find a website dedicated to teaching WordPress that is
free. And to be honest I don’t blame people charging. A lot of work
goes into producing videos and writing how-to posts. But when you are on
a tight budget you need to find the cheapest way to go and FREE is the
best.
Grayson Bell offers a free crash course for understanding WordPress. It goes through all the things you will need to know and understand to make your site successful
Wpbeginner
When I first started out someone told me about WPbeginner. It has been so helpful with my learning. It’s chock-full of articles about all things blogging and WordPress. They also have a youtube channel with tutorials. You can check that out here. It’s amazing how this site is free!
APPs
With
everything going mobile you shouldn’t be surprised that apps are an
option for learning how to use WordPress. Sadly, most Apps want money.
Other options are still better in my opinion. Though I do want to give
one shout out to:
iTunes U is an app that offers tons of free course on all kinds of topics. You can simply search “WordPress” and slew of courses and tutorials will pop up.
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