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  • legisman · Member · Nov 17, 2023 at 8:04 pm
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    Want to be able to edit theme on the website

    WP.com: Yes
    Jetpack: No
    Correct account: Yes

    The blog I need help with is: (visible only to logged in users)

  • staff-xantium · Staff · Nov 18, 2023 at 1:30 pm
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    Hello there @legisman!

    Thank you for reaching out!

    There are two primary options available for editing the theme on your website.

    With the Premium plan, there is the option to use Styles for general style settings and layout changes, and then adding CSS code for further customisations.

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    Using Styles, you can customize the design of your site with different colors, typography settings, and layout options. This guide will show you how to use Styles to ensure a cohesive design across your site. This feature is available on sites with our WordPress.com Premium, Business, and Commerce plans. If your site has one of our legacy plans, it is available on the Pro plan. Access

    Alternatively, the Business plan allows you the ability to see, and edit your theme files, via SFTP or SSH.

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    Use SFTP on WordPress.com
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    Secure File Transfer Protocol is a secure FTP method to transfer files to and from your site. This guide will show you how to use SFTP on WordPress.com. This feature is available on sites with the WordPress.com Business or Commerce plan. If your site has one of our legacy plans, it is available on the Pro plan. Precautions SFTP is an advanced function for those experienced in editing
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    Connect to SSH on WordPress.com
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    SSH, Secure Shell, is a tool available on sites with a Business or Commerce plan. It allows you to use a terminal application to access the backend of your site and manage certain site files and settings. It also provides access to WP-CLI, which can be used to quickly make site changes and troubleshoot issues. This feature is available on sites with the WordPress.com Business or Commerce plan.

    I hope this has been helpful, but feel free to reach out if you have any further questions!

  • legisman · Member · Nov 20, 2023 at 4:17 pm
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    Thank you for getting back. My friend, who has since passed away, set up the WordPress site. He has his phone # on the landing page, this is what I need to change.

    I should preface my posting by telling you I am a computer and internet illiterate, your reply was greek to me. Would you please be so kind to try and make it easier for me?

  • staff-xantium · Staff · Nov 22, 2023 at 7:45 am
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    Hello there @legisman,

    Thank you for explaining further. I understand. :)

    We’re reaching out to you via email to further assist. Please be sure to check any spam inboxes that may be in place.

    Many thanks.

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