Having a beautiful website from PawPrint Design Co. is just the beginning! The best websites are living, breathing spaces that are kept fresh and up-to-date. Don’t worry, you don’t need to be a tech guru to make basic updates. Your website is built on WordPress, which is designed for easy content management.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to logging in and making simple text and image changes, plus adding new blog articles.

Part 1: Logging Into Your WordPress Website

Think of logging in as opening the back door to your website.

1. Find Your Login Link: Your PawPrint Design Co. team will provide you with a special login link. It usually looks something like yourwebsite.com/wp-admin or yourwebsite.com/wp-login.php. It’s a good idea to bookmark this link!
2. Enter Your Username & Password: On the login screen, you’ll see fields for “Username or Email Address” and “Password.” Enter the credentials that PawPrint Design Co. provided to you.
3. Click “Log In”: After entering your details, click the “Log In” button.
4. Welcome to Your Dashboard! You’ll now see your WordPress Dashboard. This is your central hub for managing your website. It might look a bit busy at first, but we’ll focus on the key areas.

Part 2: Updating Text and Images on an Existing Page

Want to update your “About Us” or “Our Dogs” page? Here’s how:

1. Navigate to “Pages”: On the left-hand side of your Dashboard, you’ll see a menu. Find and click on “Pages”. This will show you a list of all the pages on your website.
2. Find the Page to Edit: Scroll through the list until you find the page you want to update (e.g., “About Us,” “Our Dogs,” “Available Litters”).
3. Hover & Click “Edit”: When you hover your mouse over the page title, an “Edit” option will appear. Click it.
4. Using the Block Editor (Live Builder):
   • WordPress uses something called the “Block Editor.” Think of your page as being made up of different “blocks” – a block for text, a block for an image, a block for a heading, etc.
   • To Edit Text: Simply click directly on the text you want to change. It works just like a word processor. You can type, delete, highlight to make bold/italic, or change alignment.
   • To Edit/Replace an Image: Click on the image block. You’ll usually see options appear above or around the image. Look for an “Replace” button or an icon that looks like a pencil or a camera. Click it, then choose “Open Media Library” to select an image you’ve already uploaded, or “Upload Files” to add a new image from your computer.
5. Click “Update” (VERY IMPORTANT!): After you’ve made your changes, look for the blue “Update” button in the top right corner of the screen. Click this to save your changes and make them live on your website. If you don’t click “Update,” your changes won’t show!

Part 3: Adding a New Blog Article (Post)

Blog articles are great for announcing new litters, sharing health updates, or telling stories about your breeding program.

1. Navigate to “Posts”: On the left-hand side of your Dashboard, find and click on “Posts”. This is where all your blog articles live.
2. Click “Add New”: At the top of the “Posts” screen, you’ll see a button that says “Add New”. Click it.
3. Add Your Title: At the top of the new post screen, you’ll see a field that says “Add title.” Type in the title of your blog article (e.g., “Our Spring 2025 Golden Retriever Litter Has Arrived!”).
4. Write Your Content: Just below the title, you’ll see a large blank area. This is where you write your blog post.
   • Adding Text: Just start typing! Each paragraph usually becomes its own text block.
   • Adding Images: Click the “+” (Add Block) button, usually in the top left or hovering where you want to add content. Search for “Image” and select it. Then you can “Upload” from your computer or choose from your “Media Library.”
   • Headings: Use the “+” button to add a “Heading” block for sections within your post.
5. Add a “Featured Image” (Optional but Recommended): On the right-hand side, look for a section called “Featured Image.” Click “Set featured image.” This image will often appear as the main photo for your blog post on your blog page.
6. Click “Publish” (VERY IMPORTANT!): When you’re happy with your article, look for the blue “Publish” button in the top right corner. Click it. You might be asked to confirm, then click “Publish” again. Your article is now live!

Remember, PawPrint Design Co. is always here to help if you get stuck or need more complex updates. Don’t be afraid to experiment a little; you can always preview your changes before making them live!