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The importance of website maintenance + 12 essential tasks

02

Apr

The importance of website maintenance + 12 essential tasks

To perform at their best, websites need regular maintenance. Find out why website maintenance is so important. And get a list of essential web maintenance tasks.

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Writing A Great Brief For Your Digital Agency

29

Mar

How to write a website brief (plus a website brief template)

Need to write a website brief? Then download our website brief template. Follow our step-by-step guide. And get your web project off to the best possible start.

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Getting Started With Email Marketing

18

Mar

Getting started with email marketing: a step by step guide

Grow your business with email. Find out how to get started with email marketing. In this guide, we look at types of email marketing, benefits, and step by step instructions.

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A 5 Minute Guide To GDPR

15

Mar

A 5 Minute Guide To GDPR

Unless you’ve been living under a rock the past few years then you will have heard about GDPR and how these changes to the law could...

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How To Use Content To Boost Your Online Presence

14

Mar

How to use content to boost your online presence: 6 tips

There is no question that content forms the backbone of our online presences these days.

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How to create a secure website: 8 website security tips

23

Feb

How to create a secure website: 8 website security tips

Protect your site and your business from cyber criminals. Find out how to make your website secure with these 8 essential website security tactics.

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How to choose the best domain names to buy

05

Feb

How to choose the best domain names to buy

These are unique, easy to remember addresses that are linked to your website and are what will distinguish your site from all the others online.

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Why Your Site Needs A Dedicated Server

02

Feb

What is a dedicated server? And what are the benefits?

A dedicated server serves one organisation. It exclusively hosts your website and you have a unique IP address. But do you need a dedicated server for your business?

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An introduction to Webflow – the no-code website builder

03

Jan

An introduction to Webflow – the no-code website builder

Should you use Webflow to build your next business website? Find out about the platform and discover our Webflow pros and cons.

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3 Reasons Your Website Needs Professional Photos

19

Dec

3 Reasons Your Website Needs Professional Photos

Thinking of choosing DIY or stock photographs for your website? Think again! Here’s why every business owner needs to invest in professional website photos.

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How Often Should You Update Your Website

19

Dec

Why and how often should you update your website?

Updates keep your site fresh and effective. Find out how often you need to update content, infrastructure and design to maintain site performance.

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An intro to web accessibility: building a digital world for everyone

23

Nov

An intro to web accessibility: building a digital world for everyone

Discover accessible web design, its impact on users and its business benefits. From WCAG 2.2 to key accessibility features, here’s an intro to inclusive sites.

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The importance of high quality site content

07

Nov

The importance of high quality web content

Should you be adding new content to your website? Here’s why high quality web content is so important for your business and how you can create it.

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What makes a great website? 18 must-have website qualities

31

Oct

What makes a great website? 18 must-have website qualities

Great websites delight users, create conversions and outrun the competition. Discover the website qualities that will take your site from so-so to spectacular.

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A Stitch In Time Working Smarter With Marketing Calendars

19

Oct

A Stitch In Time: Working Smarter With Marketing Calendars

What is a marketing calendar? And why should you use one? Here’s an introduction to marketing calendars along with some tips on building one for your business.

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More Than Words Communication Between Agencies And Clients

11

Oct

More Than Words: Communication Between Agencies And Clients

Communication makes or breaks a client-agency relationship. Here are the communication rules we follow to get the very best web design results.

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How to optimise your website conversion funnel

27

Sep

How to optimise your website conversion funnel

What is a website conversion funnel? And how can you use one to get more conversions and sales? Discover useful strategies for conversion funnel optimisation.

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What Makes A Brand Logo Great

15

Sep

What Makes A Good Company Logo?

A good company logo is the cornerstone of your branding. Here we look at the elements all good logos have in common and share some of our favourite logo examples.

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Does a small business need a website?

30

Aug

Does a small business need a website?

A website does things for your small business that a social media profile can’t. Here are the 12 benefits you can expect from a small business website.

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14 common graphic design mistakes & how to avoid them

28

Aug

14 common graphic design mistakes & how to avoid them

Are you making one of these graphic design mistakes? Discover the most common design blunders and what you can do to avoid them – to make your brand stand out.

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A Human Touch What Is Human Centred Design

28

Aug

A Human Touch: What Is Human Centred Design?

Can a human-centred approach help you to make better business decisions? Here’s everything you need to know about human-centred design.

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Everything you need to know about website typography (with examples)

25

Aug

Everything you need to know about website typography (with examples)

Is typography making or breaking your website? Find out by reading this guide to web typography, where we look at best practice and some inspiring examples.

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A look at 404 error pages and why they are important

12

Jul

What is a 404 error page? And how a custom page boosts your brand

Learn how 404 errors affect your website and how a custom 404 error page enhances UX and branding. Explore best practice and inspiring examples.

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23

Jun

What’s the difference between web design and web development?

Web design and web development are very different. So which do you need for your next website project? Here’s all you need to know about design vs development.

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When is the right time to rebrand your business_

05

Jun

When is the right time to rebrand your business?

Your company has grown and changed. But has your branding changed with it? Take a look at the tell-tale signs that it’s time for a business rebrand.

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Web design jargon: a glossary for business owners

29

May

Web design jargon: a glossary for business owners

Looking to get a website designed? Then let this glossary of web design jargon be your guide to the terminology and acronyms of the web design industry.

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The ideal website speed (and how to improve a slow loading site)

09

May

The ideal website speed (and how to improve a slow loading site)

The best websites load in seconds. So how does your site measure up? And how do you increase website speeds? Here are all the tools, tricks and tips you need.

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Beginner’s SEO: What is SEO website design?

21

Apr

Beginner’s SEO: What is SEO website design?

Want to reach the SERP top spots? It all starts with great SEO website design. Here we look at the web design elements that improve website ranking.

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Why is responsive design important?

17

Mar

Why is responsive design important?

Mobile friendly websites offer the best UX, improved SEO - and so much more besides. Here we look at all the reasons why responsive design is so important.

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10 signs it’s time to redesign your website

07

Mar

10 signs it’s time to redesign your website

Check your website for these 10 problems and find out if a redesign could improve your traffic, leads and conversions.

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