Plugins add features to WordPress: contact forms, SEO, security, online payments and much more. The first video shows how to install a plugin, the second (in Hindi) how to choose good ones, and the short lists some popular plugins.
How to install a plugin
- Go to Plugins, then Add New.
- Search by name or feature.
- Choose Install Now, then Activate.
- For premium plugins, choose Upload Plugin and select the zip file.
- Open the plugin's settings and configure it.
How to choose a good plugin
- Updated in the last few months.
- Many active installations and good ratings.
- Compatible with your WordPress version.
- Does one job well, without loading extra features you do not need.
- Active support forum with replies.
Popular plugins for business sites
- Contact form: Contact Form 7 or a similar form builder.
- SEO: Yoast SEO or an alternative. See our Yoast video guide.
- Online store: WooCommerce.
- Security and backups: a security plugin plus scheduled backups.
- Caching and image optimisation for speed. Compress images before upload with our image compressor.
- Cookie consent if you use tracking; our cookie banner generator is a lightweight option.
Fewer is better
Every plugin adds code. Remove ones you do not use, and keep the rest updated.
Watch: choosing plugins (Hindi) and popular plugins
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