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Enabling the PHP iconv Extension
Last Updated: April 22, 2026What iconv is and why it matters iconv is a PHP extension that helps PHP convert text between character encodings (for example, UTF-8 and other encodings). SolidWP products may rely on this capability when processing data that includes special characters, such as: If iconv is not available, PHP cannot perform those conversions reliably, and related...
Editing and handling the .htaccess file
Last Updated: April 22, 2026Why modify the .htaccess file? The .htaccess file lets you control how Apache serves your WordPress site—redirects, permalinks, security rules, caching headers, and more. Modifying it can unlock powerful configuration options, but a small mistake can render your site inaccessible. This guide shows how to safely edit .htaccess using common hosting tools. What is the .htaccess file? .htaccess is a...
Editing and handling wp-config.php
Last Updated: April 22, 2026Why Modify wp-config.php The Power of WordPress is that it’s software you control installed on servers that you control. That power comes with responsibility: you as the site owner are often the one that needs to “open the hood” to make changes. One accepted way among plugin, theme, and agency developers in the WordPress space...
