Nailing First Time User Experience (FTUE) for WordPress Plugins & Themes
Did you know the #1 reason users deactivate a WordPress plugin or theme is that they couldn’t figure out how to use it? This thought makes me toss and turn…
James Farmer, CEO at WPMU DEV’s Shares Their Transformation from Tons o’ Plugins to Premium Agency Solution
I recently had a video chat with the founder of WPMU DEV, James Farmer, to ask all about their transition from managing over 100 plugins and themes to focusing on…
How COVID Affects EU VAT for Digital Product Sellers. This Is How We Solved VAT Rate Changes at Freemius
If you are selling WordPress plugins & themes (or any other digital products) globally, you already know that once every few months, the “universe” throws you unexpected regulatory/legal/privacy/tax laws that…
9 Mistakes to Avoid When Developing WordPress Plugins or Themes
Looking to build a WordPress plugin or theme? Keep in mind that successful plugin and theme development includes some trial and error. Even the most experienced developers occasionally mess up…
SDK 2.4.0 Release Notes – New Pricing Page, License Activation Improvements, Bug Fixes and More
We’ve got a pretty cool update this time around – a new ReactJS pricing page for the WP Admin will be shipped soon directly with the Freemius SDK! Besides that,…
Growth Hacking Your Product Launch with Hot Tips
I want to share some secrets about how I’ve been growth hacking with daily “Hot Tips” leading up to the launch of my Landing Page Masterclass. This is a unique…
How Aaron Bowie Left His IT Job to Build a Full-Blown WooCommerce Extensions Business
This month, I had the chance to interview Aaron Bowie, a super-chill guy based in the UK who like many of us, made the transition from IT guy to plugin…
Top 14 YouTube Channels for Plugin and Theme Developers to Follow
Whether you’re a seasoned WordPress plugin or theme developer or on track to build your very first – YouTube channels are one of the best ways to learn and keep…
Contextual Discounts to Increase Conversion Rates and Reduce Churn
eCommerce is booming now more than ever. The space evolves every single day and we are here to make sure our makers stay at the edge of modern practices. This…
Stop Blaming Plugin Developers for Too Many WordPress Admin Notices
Every 3 to 6 months I stumble across a trending social media thread that bashes plugin developers for overloading the WP Admin dashboard with notices. As a plugin developer myself…
Getting the Most Out of Reviews & Testimonials for WordPress Plugin & Theme Shops
As the owner of a WordPress agency for over 10 years, I’ve purchased tons of different plugins and themes. Every single time, I’ve analyzed their reviews before making the purchase….
Saving Plugin & Theme Developers Time with Freemius’ New Reactive Contact Form
As part of our ongoing efforts to help plugin and theme developers optimize the support experience for their customers, we’re excited to share a brand new contact form in the…
Is AppSumo Worth the Hassle for WordPress Plugin Developers?
Building a WordPress plugin and launching it are two different things. As developers, we are always fascinated with the idea of building something meaningful and solving a problem. But, a…
New Video Series – Experts Corner, Round I
Last February, I was supposed to attend my first WordCamp. I was really thrilled about meeting fellow WordPress-ers from all over the world at the first conference to be held…
Account Successor Feature Tributed to Our Own Tevya Washburn
This is a particularly difficult post to write during a hard time in the world. One of our friends and community members, Tevya Washburn, has recently passed away, leaving behind…