Why Plugins Matter
Plugins make WordPress powerful — they add features and automate tasks so you can focus on creating content.
Here are the 10 best WordPress plugins every beginner should install in 2025.
Rank Math SEO
Optimize your site for Google easily. Rank Math helps you write SEO-friendly titles, add meta descriptions, and create XML sitemaps automatically.
Elementor
A drag-and-drop website builder that lets you design beautiful pages without coding.
WPForms
Create contact forms, surveys, or sign-up forms with just a few clicks.
LiteSpeed Cache
Speed is crucial for AdSense and SEO. LiteSpeed Cache boosts site performance, especially when you host with Hostinger.
UpdraftPlus
Backup your entire site automatically to Google Drive or Dropbox.
Wordfence Security
Protect your WordPress site from hackers, spam, and malware.
Smush
Compress images automatically to make your site load faster without losing quality.
Site Kit by Google
Connect your WordPress site to Google Analytics, AdSense, and Search Console in one dashboard.
WooCommerce
Want to sell online? WooCommerce is the easiest way to turn your WordPress site into an eCommerce store.
Easy Table of Contents
Improve user experience and SEO by automatically adding a table of contents to your long blog posts.
Don’t install too many plugins — just use what you need. A fast, secure site helps your AdSense earnings and improves user experience.