WordPress is easy to start. Keeping it stable is the real work. This short guide explains why ops load grows and where to focus.
Why ops load grows
- Plugins act like third-party code execution—each one can break on PHP or core updates
- Frequent core and plugin updates
- Shared hosting or multi-site amplifies risk (one bad plugin can affect many sites)
Reality
- The app is simple to install
- The ecosystem (plugins, themes, PHP, server) is not
FAQ
What’s the highest-leverage habit?
Routine service health checks and safer plugin update discipline. Catch failures early and reduce blast radius when something does break.
Related
- Routine service health checks for WordPress servers — minimal checklist
- Safer plugin updates on production WordPress — update discipline