The importance of custom 404 page design (+ what to include in your 404 pages)
Find out how custom 404 pages support UX and keep users on your site — and discover the must-have features to include in your 404 page design.
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13
Feb
Website video 101: how to use video content on your site
In this guide, we look at why, how and where to use videos on your website. We cover everything you need to know including optimisation tips and embed options.
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12
Feb
Best website video formats to use in 2025
Find out which website video formats work best in 2025 — and which you should avoid. Get tips on converting, embedding and optimising the videos on your site.
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17
Jan
What is white space on a website? (Plus benefits and examples)
White space is the empty space between elements on a web page. Find out why white space in web design is so important, learn best practices and see some examples.
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02
Jan
Website quality assurance: what it is and why it matters
Website quality assurance is an essential part of web design and development. Find out why QA is so important and get your website QA checklist.
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23
Dec
How to do a website health check (+ 17 free tools to use)
Discover how to do a website health check, with tests for site speed, UX, security, SEO, tracking and responsiveness — plus 17 free web health check tools.
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20
Dec
How to improve website content: 9 web content tips
If the content on your website isn’t getting views or organic traffic, you need to improve it. Take a look at these website content tips to get started.
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16
Dec
The ultimate guide to website content: definition & tips
Website content is the text, visuals and multimedia elements you put on your website. Find out how to use content to improve website SEO, leads and conversions.
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02
Dec
Bringing websites and apps to life with Lottie
Lottie files are a popular web animation format. Discover what Lottie files are and find out the benefits of using Lottie animations on your website or app.
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22
Nov
Website navigation: what it is and best practice
Logical website navigation helps users find their way around your website. It also impacts UX and SEO. Here, we explore website navigation best practices.
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05
Nov
12 website design trends for 2025 and beyond
Find out what the future holds for web design. Check out the 12 web design trends that’ll be making their way to screens near you in 2025.
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31
Oct
SEO and website redesign: 9 steps to protect your rankings
Find out how to protect SERP rankings during a site redesign. Use our website redesign SEO checklist to maintain and improve rankings as you relaunch your site.
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22
Oct
Google’s Web Vitals: what are they and why should you care?
Get to grips with Google’s Core Web Vitals and you can create a better user experience on your website. That means better user engagement and conversions.
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21
Oct
Single page vs multi-page websites: which is right for you?
When building a new website, one of the first decisions to make is whether you want a single page website or a multi-page website.
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16
Oct
What makes a good call to action? CTA tips and 12 examples
A good call to action can boost conversions for your website. Discover how to design and write CTAs that persuade website users to click.
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22
Aug
Everything you need to know about Cloudflare
What is Cloudflare? What does it do? And what are the benefits of Cloudflare services? Find out everything you need to know about Cloudflare software.
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19
Aug
Traditional marketing vs digital marketing: which is best for your business?
Is traditional marketing or digital marketing right for your small business? Discover the techniques and advantages of both these approaches to marketing.
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24
Jul
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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