How to Build a WordPress Directory Site & Optimize Loading Speed
The following content is from before 2024 and has limited value now. Skip straight to the paid community for a one-stop solution—no need to waste time.
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Main revenue models for running a navigation site:
On one hand, you can accept advertising placements for websites within the navigation; on the other hand, you can earn money through affiliate commissions (the circles above include the corresponding plugins—just join, download, and install them to get started).
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I won't rehash how to set up a WordPress blog—that's something you can easily find on Baidu. The main issue here is resolving the headline problems. If you opt for cloud services, for compliance reasons I recommend Tencent Cloud or Alibaba Cloud; if you'd prefer to skip ICP filing, go with this provider. It's stable, accepts RMB payments, and has a relatively low barrier to entry. (Note: be sure to choose a cloud virtual private server, not shared hosting; PHP version 7.2 or higher is sufficient.)
Let's get to the main topic:
The key plugins are already bundled together (compatible with WordPress 6.2 and likely earlier versions): Baidu Netdisk password: 8ihp
Early backup versions of the free plugins: E-Cloud Netdisk (access code: 7bcs)
All plugins are completely free, and every feature is available at no cost. For detailed usage instructions, see: Tutorial Blog
If you need to optimize your site's loading speed, check out the common troubleshooting guides below:
WordPress Speed Optimization: Cache and Multisite Solutions
WordPress Speed Optimization: Common Issues Solved
How to Earn Google Ad Revenue with WordPress
Advanced: How to Fix High CPU Usage by php-fpm Processes (WordPress Speed Optimization Guide)