WordPress Plugins
I build WordPress websites using WordPlate, and I load plugins as must-use plugins using Roots's plugin autoloader.
I have complete control over WordPress and plugin versions, as clients are unable to upgrade or install anything on their own.
Here is a list of the plugins I typically use in my projects:
ACF PRO
I use this plugin for custom fields in post types and Gutenberg blocks. I combine it with Extended ACF, which allows me to add fields using object-oriented PHP for better version control of the fields.
Better Search Replace
When you need to quickly search and replace in the database.
Clean Image Filenames
Räksmörgås.jpg → raksmorgas.jpg
Extended CPTs
Not a plugin per se, but a library that offers enhanced functionality for custom post types and taxonomies.
Headache
The plugin removes a lot of default WordPress stuff you just can't wait to get rid of.
instant.page
Make your site’s pages instant in 1 minute and improve your conversion rate noticeably.
Polylang Pro
For multilingual websites.
Safe Redirect Manager
Easily and safely manage your site’s redirects the WordPress way.
Simple Custom Post Order
The name suggests that it only works for custom post types, but it also works for taxonomies.
The SEO Framework
The SEO plugin, is ad-free, banner-free, open source, and it simply works.
WP Crontrol
I usually take crontrol and disable WordPress's own cron system. Instead, I set up a custom cron job.
WP Sweep
Clean up unused, orphaned and duplicated data in your WordPress. It also optimizes your database tables.