5 Most Common WordPress Issues (And How I Fix Them for Clients)
WordPress powers over 40% of the internet and for good reason. It’s flexible, powerful, and user-friendly. But like any platform, it can break, especially when it’s not managed properly.
As a freelance WordPress developer, I help business owners fix broken sites, speed up performance, and prevent recurring issues. In this blog, I’ll walk you through the top 5 WordPress problems my clients face and how I solve them quickly and effectively.
1. 🐢 Slow Loading Website
This is the #1 complaint I hear. A slow site can hurt your SEO, user experience, and conversion rates.
Why it happens:
Unoptimized images
Too many plugins
Poor-quality hosting
Bloated themes or page builders
How I fix it:
Compress and convert images to WebP
Remove unused plugins and scripts
Use caching and performance plugins
Migrate to better hosting if needed
Minify CSS, JS, and enable GZIP compression
✅ Result: Your site loads in under 2 seconds and ranks better on Google.
2. 🔧 Plugin Conflicts or Site Breaking After Updates
It’s frustrating when your site suddenly breaks after a plugin or WordPress core update.
Why it happens:
Incompatible or outdated plugins
Theme not updated for latest WordPress version
Poorly coded third-party tools
How I fix it:
Identify the conflict via debug logs
Disable problematic plugins via FTP or database
Replace with cleaner, safer alternatives
Set up a staging site to test future updates safely
✅ Result: Your site works smoothly with no surprises after updates.
3. 🚫 Contact Form Not Sending Emails
You’re losing leads and don’t even know it. This is more common than you think.
Why it happens:
Misconfigured SMTP settings
PHP mail function blocked by hosting
No email verification or SPF records
How I fix it:
Set up secure SMTP using plugins like WP Mail SMTP
Test and confirm email deliverability
Configure SPF/DKIM for domain-based email
Send test submissions and monitor email logs
✅ Result: Every form submission reaches your inbox instantly.
4. 🛡️ Hacked or Compromised Website
Security is a big issue for WordPress sites using outdated plugins or free themes.
Why it happens:
Weak admin passwords
No firewall or protection in place
Outdated core/plugins/themes
Malware injection through file manager
How I fix it:
Clean up infected files and database
Install a firewall (Wordfence/Sucuri)
Strengthen login protection
Set up automated backups and security scans
Update everything and lock unused plugins
✅ Result: A clean, secured site that’s protected moving forward.
5. 🧱 Design/Layout Broken on Mobile Devices
Most traffic comes from mobile. A site that looks bad on phones loses trust instantly.
Why it happens:
Non-responsive themes
Page builder conflicts
Manual styling without mobile breakpoints
How I fix it:
Adjust responsive design using CSS media queries
Optimize layout with Elementor, WPBakery, or custom CSS
Test across multiple screen sizes
Improve font sizes, spacing, and button placement for mobile
✅ Result: Your site looks and works perfectly on any screen.
💬 I Solve These Problems So You Don’t Have To
I’ve helped dozens of clients recover from broken WordPress sites, slow loading, security issues, and more. Whether you have an existing business website, a landing page, or an eCommerce store, I can make it faster, safer, and easier to manage.
✅ Let’s Fix Your WordPress Site
If you're tired of dealing with WordPress issues or you’re worried your site isn’t performing let’s talk.
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