Mastering WordPress: How to Easily Add or Update Content on Your Website
Your website is your digital storefront — and like any great storefront, it needs regular updates to stay fresh, relevant, and engaging. Whether you’re adding a new service, publishing a blog post, or updating product details, WordPress makes it incredibly easy — if you know where to start.
At 7 MILES PER SECOND, we help clients not only build beautiful websites but also take control of their content with confidence.
In this quick manual, we’ll walk you through how to add or update content in WordPress — like a pro.
Why Content Updates Matter
- Boosts your SEO rankings
- Keeps visitors informed and engaged
- Supports marketing campaigns
- Builds trust and relevance for your brand
Step-by-Step: How to Add or Update WordPress Content
1. Login to Your WordPress Dashboard
Head to: yourdomain.com/wp-admin
Enter your username and password.
2. To Add a New Page or Blog Post
- Go to Posts > Add New (for blogs)
OR - Pages > Add New (for service or static content)
- Add your title, content, images, and SEO metadata
Use the ‘Yoast SEO’ or ‘Rank Math’ plugin to optimize your content for Google.
3. To Edit Existing Content
- Navigate to Pages > All Pages or Posts > All Posts
- Hover over the item you want to edit and click Edit
- Make your updates, and hit Update
4. Optimize Your Visuals
- Compress images using tools like TinyPNG
- Use ALT text for accessibility and SEO
5. Preview Before Publishing
Always click Preview to check layout and responsiveness.
6. Click ‘Publish’ or ‘Update’
That’s it. Your site is now refreshed!
Pro Tips from 7MPS
- Use headings (H2/H3) to improve readability and SEO
- Add internal links to related pages or blogs
- Keep paragraphs short and scannable
- Use a clear call-to-action (CTA) at the end of each post/page
- Don’t forget to back up your site before major edits
Need Expert Help?
Not confident editing your WordPress site?
Want professional support for your blogs, landing pages, or e-commerce updates?
7 MILES PER SECOND offers WordPress Management Services — from minor content tweaks to complete website overhauls.
Let us handle the tech, so you can focus on growing your business.
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