What WordPress plugins do you suggest I install?

The plugins you choose for your WordPress site will vary depending on what type of site you have and what functionality you want to include. With Lyrical Host, you don't need to worry about caching plugins, as we've integrated our own which is optimized for our platform and infrastructure. As we also back up your website and database automatically every 24 hours and offer the option to download a full backup yourself from your control panel whenever you like, backup plugins are optional.

Beyond that, we're big fans of WordFence for additional security, and we have a list of a few other plugins we'd recommend for getting started in any niche, although they're all optional: 7 Free Wordpress Plugins You Need for Your Blog

As there are thousands of WordPress plugins out there, it's always a good idea to try a few of the same type to see which you prefer. As a general rule, less is more when it comes to plugins; the more you have, or the heavier the plugins you choose, the slower your website will become. There's no rule of thumb for how many you should have because it depends on what they do and how they work, but if your website feels noticeably slow, we recommend turning each plugin off one by one to see if there's a major culprit. 

Please remember to click 'Update' on your plugins in your WordPress Dashboard as and when they need updating. It's also a good idea to check when the plugin was last updated by the original developer, which you can do by visiting the information page listed next to each plugin in your list. Plugins that haven't been updated within the last 10 months should be replaced so they don't pose a security issue. If you have any questions or concerns about plugins, simply contact our support team and they'll help you out.

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