The advantages of using video animation on your website
Animated website videos improve UX and boost your conversion rate, too. Discover more video animation advantages — and where to put videos on your website.
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19
Jul
Make your mark with website branding: 8 web branding tips
Website branding is the foundation of all good web design. Here, we share some useful web branding tips and examples of the best website branding around.
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11
Jul
Website trust signals: why and how to use them
Trust signals and social proof make website visitors more likely to click and buy. Here, we look at 14 trust signals that will make your site more effective.
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01
Jul
What is the average website lifespan? (Plus 5 ways to extend it)
The average website lifespan is two years and seven months. Find out what you can do to make your website last longer, with tips for design and maintenance phases.
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27
Jun
5 top website animation techniques for your web design
The best website animation techniques to use on your website. Engage users and encourage conversion with animated micro-interactions, backgrounds and more.
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26
Jun
11 product page best practices to boost conversions
Discover product page best practices and learn how to increase your e-commerce conversion rate. Find new ways to inform, persuade and reassure customers.
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28
May
How to Choose a Colour Scheme for Your Website
A website colour scheme affects how customers perceive and remember your brand. Read our step by step guide and choose the best possible colour scheme for your site.
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28
May
18 e-commerce checkout best practices (with examples)
Boost your conversion rates and reduce cart abandonment with these checkout best practices. Get inspo from the checkout pages of brands, like IKEA and ASOS.
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22
May
Progressive Web Applications: What is a PWA and Why Should You Care?
Learn everything you need to know about progressive web applications. What are they? What are the key PWA features? And do you need a PWA for your business?
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10
May
Accelerated Mobile Pages: What is AMP and Why Should You Care?
What is AMP? And are accelerated mobile pages still relevant in 2024? Learn about AMP and find out whether AMP technology makes sense for your business.
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25
Apr
Getting started in ecommerce: Your essential guide
Want to start an ecommerce business? Then check out this step-by-step guide, covering ecommerce websites, company registration, the best company names and more.
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24
Apr
.co.uk or .com? Which domain suffix is best for your business?
Find out how .co.uk and .com domain extensions compare. What is the difference between the two? And which should you choose for your business?
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23
Apr
How To Create A Customer Journey With Website Storytelling
Website storytelling improves your customer journey and increases conversions. Get tips on creating website stories. And see inspiring examples from big brands.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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