Weekly WordPress News: MemberPress Deactivates Backend for Expired Licenses

Hey, WordPress friends!

We are checking in with your latest dose of weekly WordPress news.

WordPress 6.0 Beta 3 is out this week in time for its scheduled release on May 24. Check this detailed guide if you want to test out the new features.

Beyond that, MemberPress’ updated renewal policy has sparked discussions in the WordPress subreddit. We also have a lot of other news, tutorials, and resources for you.

Let’s get to all of this week’s WordPress news…

WORDPRESS NEWS AND ARTICLES

• WordPress 6.0 Beta 3 – now available for testing.
• MemberPress Plugin Is Locking Users Out After Support License Expires – learn about MemberPress’ updated renewal policy.
• The Plus Addons for Elementor Wins Plugin Madness 2022 – congratulations to the team.
• Gutenberg 13.1 Ships a Batch of Improvements and Implements a New Border Design Component – more bug fixes.
• WordCamp US Trials New Program Connecting Underrepresented Speakers with Sponsors for Travel and Lodging Costs – what do you think about this initiative?
• WordPress Vulnerability Report – April 27, 2022 – the regular iThemes vulnerability report.
• Taxonomy performance improvements in WordPress 6.0 – to improve the performance of WordPress in general.
• How Scalable Is WordPress for High Traffic Websites – an interesting read.

TUTORIALS AND HOW-TOS

• How to Set and Remove WooCommerce Password Strength Requirements – as the title says.
• How to Change Admin Email in WordPress – using several different methods.
• The WordPress Database Explained – what the WordPress database is and how it works.
• How to create WordPress anchor links? – a step-by-step guide.
• How to Use the WordPress File Block to Add Downloadable Content to Your Blog Posts – as the title says.
• Why Is WordPress Slow? Let’s Figure It Out – ways to speed up a slow WordPress site.

RESOURCES

• MarketKing Review – A Powerful, Feature-Rich Marketplace Plugin – check out our hands-on review of this plugin.
• 8 Best WooCommerce CRM Solutions in 2022: Take Your eCommerce Business to the Next Level – the best WooComerce CRM tools.
• EWWW Image Optimizer AppSumo Deal – a $99 lifetime deal on this plugin.
• Aki Hamano on Building Useful Blocks for Fun – a new episode of the WP Tavern Jukebox podcast.
• Raising your freelance rates w/ Chima Mmeje – the latest from Matt Report.
• WordCamp: How to Make the Most of Your Experience – episode 11 of the Delicious Brain Waves podcast.
• What makes a good webhost in 2022 – the latest episode of WPwatercooler.