Google Ad for Nonprofits

FAQs

FAQs2020-11-18T10:57:03-04:00

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer 24/7 technical support?2019-04-25T19:46:41-04:00

We don’t offer 24/7 support, but we DO have extended working hours with multiple teams in different time zones.

Our support is available:
* Mon – Fri 12 AM – 8 PM EST
* Sat 12 AM – 11:30 AM EST

We do our best to respond to support requests within 24 Hours.

What information will I need to start my support plan?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

Don’t worry! After you have selected and purchased your support plan, you’ll be given a “white glove” onboarding experience from your personal onboarding concierge. But if you are really an overachiever, then go ahead and make sure you have these bits of info ready.

  1. Your hosting administrator credentials.
  2. WordPress admin credentials.
  3. Any credentials to accounts you have purchased premium plugins for that you would like to keep.

Don’t worry, our team keeps these credentials private and will never share these details.

I have a staging site and a production (live) site. Can you support both?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

Your production (live) site is covered under both the Premium and Premium + Support plans. If you have a separate environment (staging or development) to test updates, you will need to upgrade to our Enterprise Support plan. Our Enterprise Support plan includes connecting your site to a repository, controlled by Strategic, and informing you of the updating procedures.

What does your maintenance plan do if my website is hacked?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

All of our existing Website Care clients get their websites backed up on a regular basis. So if your site gets hacked we can quickly reinstate site to a working version. Additionally, for a hacked website…

#1 We replace WordPress and plugin core files with the latest available.
#2 Custom theme/plugin code is manually checked for infection.
#3 Infected code is deleted and the vulnerable code is replaced with enhanced code.
#4 To track live web traffic and suspicious activity we install Wordfence Security – Firewall & Malware Scan plugin we also blacklist IPs based on suspicious traffic activity. We use tools that scan your site remotely to find malicious payloads and malware locations. If the remote scanner isn’t able to find a payload, we continue with other tests in this section.
#5 We also manually review the iFrames / Links / Scripts tab of the Malware Scan to look for unfamiliar or suspicious elements.

If you’re not currently a client and you’ve been hacked, and you want our help to fix it, then please reach out to us at https://wpnonprofits.com/contact/ and we will follow up within 24 hours.

What are the best ways to contact you for support?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

You can submit a contact form from our website https://wpnonprofits.com/contact/.

Can you help me set up an SSL certificate?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

All websites hosted with us are SSL enabled. If you are under a maintenance plan but not hosted with us, then you will have to purchase Support Hours to get this help.

Can I upgrade my support plan? How?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

In order to start the support plan upgrade process, please fill out our contact form https://wpnonprofits.com/contact/.

Can I purchase multiple support plans?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

Yes! If you have multiple websites you will need a Care Plan for each site. You’ll be able to manage all sites through the same dashboard.

How does your technical support work?2021-04-02T09:56:27-04:00

Our team uses the Teamwork Desk ticketing system for most general support requests. To create a ticket, submit a form on our website https://wpnonprofits.com/contact/. We will respond within 24 hours (but usually sooner) and will give you an update once your request is completed or if we have any questions. Our Premium + Support plan. For additional requests, you can purchase Support Hours with a 10% discount for Care Plan clients!

What if an update breaks my site? Does it cost extra to fix?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

If the site “breaks”, we will use the backup to return it to a working version, assess the issue and then let you know what happened. The methods for this vary in some cases, especially if you have an e-commerce site.

The majority of issues are fixed free of cost, however, custom plugins, issues introduced by users, or especially time-consuming issues may be billable. We will notify you before charging anything to your account.

If a site issue is detected, who can report it?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

For security reasons, only approved parties may request support services for a customer. The account holder is the default approved party, but you can also assign authorized users to your account! This can be done simply by emailing us with the name and email address for additional authorized users, as well as specific instructions regarding which sites they are authorized for. From then on, they can both request data and support services. Keep in mind, requests from additionally approved parties may result in a use of your support hours.

Can you restore the site from a backup site?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

Yes, we keep 3 months of rolling back ups!

Can I transfer my support plan to another website?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

Unfortunately, no. See, each WordPress site requires a separate support plan with a unique support license key.

Each support license key is associated with a single site. If you wish to transfer support from one site to another, our staff will ask you to cancel your current support plan and proceed through the initial signup process once again.

What happens if my WordPress plugin is no longer supported?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

We can change the plugin with an alternate plugin or update the code to make it compatible. Please keep in mind, extensive customization of code may result in the use of support hours.

How do I downgrade my support plan?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

In order to start the support plan downgrade process, please fill out our contact form https://wpnonprofits.com/contact/ or send us a request at.

What types of tasks are included in a Care Plan?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

We can make content updates, theme or stylesheet adjustments, install new plugins, configure forms and much more. From code to general WordPress issues, we’ll take care of almost anything that can be done within 30 minutes. Most of our time is spent with CSS, action and filter hooks, PHP, JavaScript and the admin panel. For additional requests, you can purchase support.

What kind of security coverage do you provide?2020-05-14T13:03:10-04:00

We are the partners of ManageWP and it monitors website 24X7.
– Scans the pages on your website and compares the code against the known malware knowledge base.
– Performs a blacklist check with a number of services, like Google Safe Browsing, Norton Safe Web, ESET, etc.
– Flags site errors and outdated software
– Each scan is being stored in an archive. It allows you to look back into the past, investigate each security threat and discern a pattern if needed

Support team Receive emails or slack notifications when a website becomes inflected. There after our team take necessary actions to reinstate website.

What if I have multiple (2+) sites that need to be managed?2020-05-14T13:03:09-04:00

Each website needs its own Care Plan, so please purchase a plan for each site.

What hours do you keep?2020-05-14T13:03:09-04:00

Our team is distributed, meaning we work from around the globe! Our core team is local to the US while some of our employees are international and work remotely. This gives us the ability to provide best possible service.

Where is your team located?2020-05-14T13:03:09-04:00

Our entire team works remotely. All our managerial staff is US-based and located across 3 different time zones. Additionally, we’re able to offer maximum support by recruiting the very best developers from around the world. We don’t try to hide this from anybody; in fact, we’re extremely proud of the diverse and talented team we’ve put together!

What are your usual response time and resolution time?2020-05-14T13:03:09-04:00

This varies on the time of day and day of the week, but most are responded to within a couple hours to let you know that we’ve received it and are getting to work. The majority of single-request tickets are solved within 24 hours. Occasionally it may take a bit longer for a long list of edits or more complex changes but we keep you informed on delays involved due to complexity. For priority support (most single-request tickets are solved within 12 hours), feel free to upgrade to our Premium + Support plan.

Again, these times are for a single task, but several tasks sent at once will be broken up and handled as multiple tickets. This may increase the turnaround time.

How do we get started?2021-06-16T21:10:56-04:00

We begin by discussing your goals and your needs for your website development or redesign as we lay out the scope of the project. Once we have a roadmap for your project we will need access to your site and can assist you with getting us the credentials/access so we can begin. Depending on the scope of your project you may first work with our design team and then your site will move to our development team. No matter how big or small your project is we are here to guide you every step of the way in a smooth, transparent, and efficient process that helps you reach your end goal. Read More >

How important is the design of my website?2021-06-16T21:14:15-04:00

Websites that are customized by web designers simply convert better and give visitors a better experience. Designers elevate the look and feel of your website helping you to stand out from others by providing custom designs that stay true to your organization's brand and message. Having a coherent, sharp, and functional website makes all the difference in telling your story and boosting your online presence as a nonprofit. Read More >

My budget is limited, can I redesign my site without the high price tag of a web designer?2021-06-16T21:16:24-04:00

We really recommend using a web designer as the conversion rate and usability for visitors makes a huge difference and sets your website apart. However, at times it may be better to get a site up and running at the start and then revisit a designer down the road when budget will allow.

With a limited budget for website development/design we highly recommend using an existing WordPress theme. Many of these themes are very affordable, some even free. All you need to do is purchase the theme and share it with us and we can handle the rest. Read More >

I am in over my head, what should my website have? Does my existing site need changes? How do I begin to create a completely new website?2021-06-16T21:17:53-04:00

We have ample experience working with nonprofits’ online presence and are happy to guide you and provide insight into your existing website or direction for developing a site from scratch. The first step is developing a site map and considering what are the most important pages to have. You can list these page ideas out on excel and then we can decide on content, functionality, and design of each page. As you develop the site map always start with the end in mind. What do you ultimately want to guide your website visitors to do? Donate? Build your list for distribution? Considering how to direct your users to engage with your website is helpful in starting to build the site map. Read More >

Need our help? Book your free website strategy session here.

How can I easily collect donations on my website?2021-06-16T21:28:17-04:00

We have worked with various non-profit organizations to get a donation form on their site using a variety of tools. We can set up Gravity Forms, PayPal, Stripe, and more tools for donation collection. Additionally, we can integrate the transaction to your CRM using Zapier or an API to keep donor information organized. Another way to do this is by using a plugin called GiveWP, you can learn more about this WordPress donation plugin here.

Don’t guess which is the best way to set up online donations, consult us for the right way for your organization- schedule a free session here.

Read More >

What kind of issue does a One Time Fix cover?2021-07-08T22:59:34-04:00

A One Time Fix is good for one hour of support for any site issue or update. Typical submissions for a One Time Fix are:

  • Issues or updates needed with PlugIns or WordPress Themes
  • White screen of death or troubleshooting website crash
  • Issues with e-commerce/checkout system
  • Security/hacking concerns

No matter the issue you are facing, our team is here to help with a WordPress One Time Fix and this form (https://wpnonprofits.com/order-a-one-time-fix/) will give us everything we need to get started.

Read More >

How quickly will my issue be resolved?2021-07-08T23:00:56-04:00

Our on-demand support team typically resolves One Time Fixes within 24 hours. You can expedite this process by being timely with responses or needs for access/additional information as we diagnose and assess your website issue.

Read More >

Need more info? Speak to an expert