Glossary

This glossary defines WordPress and website terminology in plain English. It should help clients, editors, and newer developers understand the terms used throughout WP Business Info without getting lost in technical language.

Core WordPress terms

• Block: A content element used in the WordPress editor, such as a paragraph, image, heading, button, or column layout.
• Block theme: A modern WordPress theme that uses blocks and templates for site layout and design.
• Plugin: Add-on software that extends what WordPress can do.
• Theme: The system that controls the site’s design, templates, and presentation.

Website operations terms

• Cache: Stored page or data output that helps a site load faster.
• CDN: A content delivery network that serves assets from locations closer to visitors.
• Staging site: A private copy of a site used for testing changes before production.
• SMTP: A more reliable way to send website email than default server mail.