The Care Log
Notes on keeping WordPress sites well.
Practical website care in plain English: updates, backups, forms, WooCommerce and the small decisions that keep a site dependable. Written by Jay, the developer behind WPComfy.
How to Roll Back a WordPress Plugin Update (Without Making It Worse)
Three safe ways to roll back a plugin to its previous version, and the checks that stop a rollback causing new problems.
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“There Has Been a Critical Error on This Website”: What It Means and What to Do
WordPress hit a fatal PHP error and stopped. How recovery mode and debug logs help you find the cause and recover.
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WordPress Contact Form Not Sending Emails: Causes and Fixes
The form says “Thank you”, but the email never arrives. The common causes and how to make delivery dependable.
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How to Test a WordPress Backup Restore (Before You Need It)
Almost every site has a backup plugin; far fewer have a tested restore. What a practical way back looks like.
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What Is a WordPress Staging Site (and When You Really Need One)
A private copy of your site where updates can fail safely. When staging is worth it, and the mistakes to avoid.
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How Often Should You Update WordPress Plugins?
Security fixes, routine releases and major versions deserve different timing. A practical update rhythm.
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Which PHP Version Should Your WordPress Site Use?
How to check which PHP version your site runs, why outdated versions are a risk, and how to upgrade safely.
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How to Monitor WordPress Forms (and What a Weekly Check Can’t Tell You)
A form can show “Thank you” while the message never reaches anyone. What a weekly check covers, and where the line sits.
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WordPress SSL Certificate Expired? Causes, Fixes and Monitoring
Certificates renew automatically — until they don’t. Why SSL expires, how to fix it fast and how monitoring helps.
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WooCommerce Maintenance Checklist for Store Owners
Everything a WordPress site needs, plus the store-specific checks that keep a WooCommerce shop taking orders.
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