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As many of you know, California leads the nation when it comes to data protection, whether it be the California Online Privacy and Protection Act (CalOPPA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), or the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), the State has always been at the forefront of providing privacy protections to consumers. The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) recently enhanced protections for individuals and requirements for businesses by releasing Regulations requiring certain companies to undertake cybersecurity audits. In Continue reading the post...

You have your privacy obligations down pat – you know which privacy laws apply to you, your Privacy Policy is up to date with the latest laws, you don’t track website visitors without consent, and you have a process for replying to privacy rights requests. But have you ensured that your vendors are in compliance too? When you share your customer data with a vendor, you are also responsible for making sure that the vendor processes that data in accordance Continue reading the post...

On June 22, 2025, the Governor of Texas signed the Texas Responsible Artificial Governance Act (TRAIGA) into law, prohibiting the development of AI systems for certain purposes, protecting consumers, and developing a sandbox program. This new law goes into effect on January 1, 2026 and includes numerous notable provisions for developers of AI systems, which are discussed below.  Who does the Act apply to?  The TRAIGA applies to any person who:  Promotes, advertisers, or conducts business in Texas;  Produces a Continue reading the post...

Uploading images is a routine part of using WordPress, but sometimes you might get a frustrating message: “HTTP error.” This vague warning usually appears during the media upload process, offering no clues about what went wrong. Fortunately, there are several proven solutions you can try to get things working again. 1. Check If the Error Is Temporary Before diving into deep troubleshooting, first refresh the page and try uploading again. A momentary hiccup in your server, internet connection, or WordPress Continue reading the post...

Running a WordPress website can be seamless—until you notice sluggish performance, slow page loads, or even server crashes. These are often symptoms of high CPU usage. If your hosting provider has flagged your site for exceeding CPU limits, it’s time to take action. Here’s how to identify and fix high CPU usage in WordPress to keep your site fast and responsive. 1. Diagnose the Problem Check your hosting dashboard, cPanel, or server monitoring tool to confirm CPU usage levels. If Continue reading the post...

For countless online stores powered by WooCommerce, a broken or endlessly loading checkout page can quickly become a business nightmare. When customers can’t complete their purchase, it doesn’t just hurt the bottom line—it damages trust and credibility. According to eCommerce experts, issues with the WooCommerce checkout page are more common than many store owners realize, but the good news is that most are solvable. What Causes Checkout Pages to Break? Several common culprits can cause the WooCommerce checkout page to Continue reading the post...

If your WordPress site is starting to feel sluggish or is struggling with inconsistent performance, your plugins may be partly to blame. While plugins extend functionality and are essential for many websites, they can also create unnecessary bloat, especially when they load on pages where they’re not needed. That’s where the Freesoul Deactivate Plugins (FDP) plugin might come in handy. Freesoul Deactivate Plugins helps streamline plugin usage and significantly improves site speed by deactivating specific plugins on a per-page or Continue reading the post...

WooCommerce is rolling out a powerful new feature called Blueprints, designed to streamline and simplify store setup and product creation like never before. Whether you’re launching your first store or managing multiple WooCommerce sites, Blueprints can help you save time, maintain consistency, and boost productivity. So, what exactly are Blueprints? Think of them as reusable templates that capture all the key configurations of a product: everything from its type, category, pricing rules, attributes, tax status, shipping details, and custom metadata. Continue reading the post...

Maintaining strong security and user management in WordPress is vital for site administrators, especially when managing multiple users. One common security concern is users having multiple active sessions simultaneously across different devices or browsers. Limiting these sessions enhances security and helps you manage user behavior and access more effectively. Two useful plugins for managing and restricting active sessions in WordPress are Loggedin and Sessions. Here’s how to use them to gain control over user sessions on your WordPress site. Why Continue reading the post...

Plugins are the backbone of any dynamic WordPress website. From SEO features for content on the site to contact forms, these add-ons bring essential features to your site. However, not all plugins are created equal, especially those abandoned by their developers. Ignoring the signs of plugin neglect can lead to serious performance and security issues for your site. What Is an Abandoned Plugin? A plugin is considered abandoned when its developer stops updating or maintaining it. Typically, this means it Continue reading the post...