WPBeginner Spotlight 22: Big Milestones, Better Backups, and WordPress Community Tools
WPBeginner Spotlight 22 highlights WPForms’ 10th anniversary, Duplicator’s new Activity Log plugin, WP Packages, and AI-powered tools like WPVibe.
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Matt Mullenweg Calls for WordPress 7.0 Delay to Introduce Database Table for Real-Time Collaboration
Matt Mullenweg has called for a delay to WordPress 7.0, prioritizing real-time collaboration and its supporting database table.
WordPress Plugins Team Reports 4,822 in Review Queue (March 2026)
The WordPress Plugins Team reports 4,822 submissions in the review queue, with 531 new requests, 272 approvals, and 272 rejections this week.
WordPress Plugins Team Updates: March 9, 2026
The WordPress Plugins Team reported 4,597 plugins in the review queue, with 213 approvals, 158 rejections, and 96 closures last week.
WordPress Plugins Team Reports 197 Approvals, 4423 Queue Backlog (March 2026)
The WordPress Plugins Team processed 513 submissions last week, approving 197. Current backlog includes 4423 plugins. Reviewer challenges persist.
WordPress Plugins Team Reports 4232 Pending Plugins, 226 Approved (16 Feb 2026)
The WordPress Plugins Team reports 4,232 plugins pending review, with 226 approved last week. Review delays persist as submissions surge.
WordPress Plugins Team Updates: Key Stats and Queue Challenges (Feb 23, 2026)
The WordPress Plugins Team processed 486 plugins last week, approving 198, rejecting 202. The review queue grows to 4,330 items, highlighting operational challenges.
Speed Up WordPress: 8 Things That Actually Move the Needle
Speed optimization is critical for WordPress sites. WP Mayor outlines 8 actionable strategies, from caching to image optimization, that deliver real results.
Responsive Images in WordPress: What You Need to Know
Responsive images have been a part of WordPress since version 4.4, but optimizing beyond default settings is crucial for performance. Here's why it matters.
7 WordPress SEO Plugins That Actually Use AI in 2026
AI is transforming WordPress SEO plugins, but not all claims are meaningful. Here's an honest look at seven plugins truly leveraging AI in 2026.
