When I first heard about Custom Post Types (long ago, now – I've been using Wordpress since 2005 and CPTs were introduced in 2010) I couldn't really comprehend a use case for them. But once I wrapped my head around them and slowly started using them here and there, it unlocked a world of potential.

For those of you who still aren't sure what the potential of Custom Post Types is, this video will open your eyes and help you understand exactly where to start (and why).

I use CPTs on nearly every site I create because they're invaluable. Why? Here are some big reasons:

1. CPTs make data easier to query.
2. CPTs make data categorizable (with one or multiple taxonomies).
3. CPTs make it easier to attach custom fields.
4. CPTs keep the dashboard cleaner & more organized.
5. CPTs make it easier to create & query relationships.
6. CPTs make it easier to template specific types of content.

Let's dive into the top 10 use cases for Custom Post Types, how to create them, and the concepts behind their value:

0:00 Intro
01:45 Why CPTs?
06:55 Services CPT
07:20 Creating a CPT
14:35 Creating a Custom Taxonomy
20:05 Products CPT
23:54 Reviews CPT & Relationships
26:22 Team Members CPT
27:37 Locations CPT
29:34 Service Areas CPT
32:08 FAQs CPT
33:25 Freebies CPT
34:38 Courses & Trainings CPT
35:55 Events CPT
36:23 Review & Recap

Questions? Drop a comment below. I respond to all thoughtful comments!

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