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When you are hosting a WordPress blog on your own domain, you will have the ability to make many changes to your website yourself.
However, as you start using your ability to customize your website setup, you will also have many questions.
I find the WordPress.org forums to be an invaluable resource when I have questions or a problem arises. The best place to start is with the WordPress Quick Start Guide.
A few things to keep in mind when you visit the forums.
WordPress.org and WordPress.com are not the same. If you host your WordPress blog on your own domain, then WordPress.org is the site that will support you.
Always remember you aren’t paying for the support you receive in the WordPress.org forums. Treat all information provided as a gift and be sure to express your gratitude.
Take some time to search the forums to see if answers have already been posted for your question before you ask.
If you have a question about a plugin or theme, check the readme information and see if there is information about contacting the creator directly.
If you do have to ask a public question about a plugin or theme, name it in the tags. Many creators visit the forums and search for questions about their work by the name of the item.
Be patient, sometimes it can take a few days for the right person to read your question and provide an answer.
Need help completing your website setup?
You may e-mail me (tammi at tammikibler.com) and I will help you find the information you need.
Getting your website set up exactly the way you want it may take some time. Fortunately, by running a WordPress blog you have the support of the WordPress.org forums and the many developers who have designed themes and plugins.
If you have any questions or suggestions please comment below.
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