Fixing Social Networking Posting Issue on a WordPress Based Website

Client Brief

The client contacted us to resolve an issue related to sharing website content on LinkedIn. The website, Theworldsgreatestbook, is managed by author, designer, and educator Dave Bricker. Through this platform, Dave helps writers transform well-written manuscripts into professionally presented books. The site also serves as a helpful source of information for writers, covering topics such as typography, eBook technology, book design, and the publishing business. The goal was to make the site function smoothly for LinkedIn sharing while keeping all other website features intact.

Our Endeavor

Theworldsgreatestbook is a WordPress-based website supported by several plug-ins and customized theme settings. Our team began by reviewing the site’s setup in detail to identify the technical issues that were preventing content sharing on LinkedIn. We analyzed the server logs, tested various sharing functions, and located errors that affected link previews and metadata generation.

Once the problem areas were identified, we focused on the .htaccess file, where incorrect configurations were blocking proper link sharing. The team made necessary adjustments in this file to allow LinkedIn to access the website’s metadata correctly. This step played a key role in restoring normal post-sharing functionality.

Along with server-level updates, our developers reviewed the website theme and made specific changes to the code. These updates helped the system recognize the Open Graph tags required by LinkedIn, allowing posts to display with the correct titles, images, and descriptions. This improved the overall presentation of shared content.

We also tested multiple plug-ins that influence how social networks read website data. Outdated or conflicting plug-ins were updated or replaced with more compatible versions to maintain smooth sharing. This not only fixed the immediate issue but also improved the overall stability of the website.

After completing the changes, the team ran several rounds of testing using different browsers and LinkedIn accounts. Once verified, the client could share posts successfully without missing thumbnails or incorrect previews. The updates made it easier for Dave Bricker to share his articles and connect with a wider audience on LinkedIn.

Technology/Platform

PHP, My SQL, Wordpress