UPDATE: Registrations are closed and will re-open in soon (along with some new content!). Sign up for the newsletter to be alerted to the return of the e-course!
Ask any savvy online woman what platform she uses, and she’ll most likely say “WordPress” thanks to its popularity and a seriously impressive number of features. But regardless, some bloggers and business owners still seem a little uncertain about making the switch… That’s why I’ve created this step-by-step, hold-your-hand, walk-you-through-it, in-depth e-course for beginners so you can learn WordPress… free!
It’s already got more than 7,000 members so you’ve got nothing to lose by signing up. And if you’re not into blogging? You can use the same steps to turn it into a professional website, store, forum or even a social network.
(Side note: if you’d prefer to just learn the very basics and get your new site started in under 5 minutes you might prefer the express WP set-up guide here. And also, you can always do both!)
Already know a bit about WordPress? No problem! You can view all the lessons, or pick and follow the ones that apply to you (in your own time!). Think of it as being choose-your-own-adventure style. There’s no hurry to rush through steps, and I’ll be right here on the other end to answer any questions you may have.
Registration is very simple… simply scroll down and fill in your name, e-mail address and a few other details. If you’ve ever wanted to learn WordPress for beginners, now’s your opportunity – the universe has heard you! I’ve seen these courses run for hundreds of dollars, so this is a BIG saving!
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Learn WordPress free: just some of the lessons!
- How to put together a professional blog or website from scratch
- The key differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org (and which is right for you)
- Top 10 lessons in naming your site (and the tool that’ll save you loads of time!)
- The #1 thing you need to look for when choosing a WordPress-friendly host
- How to keep your info private when registering a domain name
- Why expensive hosts aren’t always the best (and how to try WordPress without a long-term commitment)
- What an FTP is and how it can save you time
- Finding your way around a cPanel with ease (and what a cPanel actually is!)
- An outline on what you need to know (and do) if you’re moving from Blogger, WordPress.com or Tumblr
- Why there’s only one place you should get free WordPress themes from
- Free vs premium plugins: when to save and when to splurge (and more than 50 plugin suggestions)
- The #1 plugin I can’t live without (it’s saved me many times!)
- 20 security and performance tips so you can rest easy at night!
- How to edit your theme’s files (including CSS) the safe way
- How to get a free SSL certificate (and why it’s now super important to have one!)
- How to back up… while you sleep!
- How to add PDFs and other files to your website that you can offer to your readers as free downloads or printables
- Where and how to make simple changes to your fonts or theme colours (without needing to know how to code)
- Where to get the best technical help (should you need it)
- And more – there are 37 lessons in total!
Learn WordPress free: Frequently Asked Questions…
Can I really learn WordPress free with this e-course?!
Yes! There is currently no monetary charge to access the lessons (though I do kindly ask that you simply pin this post’s featured image to a public Pinterest board – because sharing is caring and that’s still a pretty sweet deal, right?!). Access to the course content is granted for a minimum of one month.
What about hosting and domain names?
If you want to put the information into practice, you’ll need to purchase these – but don’t worry, I tell you who I recommend to get them through (and why) and walk you through the set-up, step-by-step. And if you’re not ready to do this just yet, you can always read through the info and come back to it later!
It’s great to learn WordPress free, but what if I need help?
If you have any questions regarding any of the steps, feel free to ask it within the relevant page’s comments section and I’ll do my best to help you. I also offer a list of places you can turn to for extra support should you want it.
Register
To access, simply pin the featured image from this page to a public Pinterest board, and enter in your details. Once approved, you’ll be able to begin straightaway! (Tip: It’s easier to sign up via desktop than phone/tablet!).
UPDATE: Registrations are closed and will re-open soon (along with some new content!). Sign up for the newsletter to be alerted to the return of the e-course!
Want to learn WordPress free but have a question? Feel free to ask below!
My son set up my site but Ineed to know how to update and maintain it. I love what’s he’s done but it’s been a few years and needs updating. I design and sell adorable diaper cakes and I want to blog and add videos of my work to my site. Just wanted to let you know that there are those of us who really need this course.
Hi Diana! Thanks so much for your enthusiasm! WordPress made some big changes last year so I’m in the process of updating the course – it’ll be ready soon!
I’m a beginner at Pinterest so I’m not sure I filled out the form correctly. URL:s and user names – I don’t know stuff like that. I had to ask my 12-year-old 🙈 It would be so helpful to get on this course as I’m totally and utterly overwhelmed with wp. I had a silly idea to start an online business this year. I don’t know where that came from really. It’s just too difficult for a tech analphabet like me…
Hi Sofia! I can see your registration has gone through – all you need to do now is log in! https://blogbizboss.com/membership-login/ Good luck with your idea! I can’t wait to hear more about it – please keep me posted in the course comments!
Hi Bree,
Is this still going on? Not sure if I did it correctly.
Hi Joanne! Yes, this is still running! I can see that you’re registered, so you just need to login now 🙂
hello Bree! i tried to register and complete all the questions but it says my name is already taken? last week i clicked on some link and thought i registered but never saw these questions til now-please help as i would love to take this course. thanks so much! 🙂
Hi there! If your name is Lisa, then the good news is that you’re already signed up! I have a member listed with your same username and e-mail address from 2016. You can login/reset your password here: https://blogbizboss.com/membership-login/
Hi
I followed all the steps but I’m on Pinterest.ca so I changed the info to reflect. Should I try again but leave it as .com?
Hi Anna! No, it’s fine – it doesn’t matter which country you’re using Pinterest in 🙂
Hello, I’m not seeing the register form. Is it somewhere else or are we waiting for the course to reopen?
Hi Stephanie! The course registration and its lessons re-open next week. Stay tuned to the newsletter for the announcement 🙂
Hi Stephanie – the course is open again now!
Okay, thank you!
You’re back! Can’t wait til the course re-opens!
Yes! Stay tuned to the newsletter – big announcement going out soon!
Thanks for sharing the blog!
You’re welcome!
Is this free course still on? Can I still register? Is it possible with pin only?
thanks
Hi Monika! Yes, it’s still on and free! Just pin the featured image and register using the form above!
This is wonderful – I’m learning so much, thank you!
You’re welcome!
Thank you so much for the e-course! I am very excited and nervous about starting! Now I have a clearer pathway to (hopeful) success!!
Thank you!
You’re welcome!
I can’t figure out how to access. Continues to bring me back to this page. Why do things have to be so complicated!
Hi Shelli! You just need to login with your username and password here: https://blogbizboss.com/membership-login
I was finally able to get logged in! This is such a great course. My head is spinning from all of the information. I had a blog several years ago but due to some life-changing things I let it go. With all of this information my blog will be better than ever!
Thank you for the email with ideas to get logged in.
This course was so helpful on getting me started on my blog! I so appreciate that you put all this time into the class and that it was free. It really has been immensely helpful.
Thanks so much, Ang! I’d love you to tell me more on the last lesson – you can share your feedback and a link to your new site 🙂
Hello Bree, I am a newbie, I don’t have a website or a blog yet but intend to get one and this is exactly what I need, please is the free e-course still available for me to enroll. Thanks for your generosity.
Yes, it’ still available! Just sign up using the form above 🙂
Thank you so much, I am so excited to start your e-course. Thank you for your generosity =)
You’re so welcome, Nicole!
I actually started blogging because of your awesome e-course. You basically took me by the hand and showed me how to do it. THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOO MUCH!
I am writing a blogpost about what you need to get started blogging and I will definitely recommend yout e-course if that is oke.
Again, THANK YOU
Thanks Janet, that is so sweet and kind of you! Really appreciate you letting me know; it’s made my day:)
I can’t wait to learn from you! This is exactly what I need! Thank you!
I think this is exactly what I need! Is this still available? I see old dates in the comments.
Yes, it sure is!
excited to give this a try