Web Design
7 Expert Tips on Choosing the Right Website Host
Your website host is often the deciding factor on how quickly and smoothly your website loads. In 2021, it’s important to have a short load time in order to appease the SEO gods (aka Google). We understand that some hosting options can be expensive, but we’re here to explain what to look for in the…
Read MoreWhat is a CDN?
Very simply put, a Content Delivery Network (CDN) is a group of servers that are distributed all over the world; these servers work together to deliver content quickly to users on the Internet. A CDN helps to allow the quick transfer of assets needed for loading content. Content, in this case, includes HTML, JavaScript, stylesheets,…
Read MoreHow to Update Your WordPress Website Properly (And Why It Matters)
Why do you need to update WordPress? Luckily, when you’re with us, it’s something you don’t need to worry about since you’re all taken care of with our managed WordPress hosting (we’re WordPress experts, too!). Sadly, we can’t work with everyone! If you’ve found yourself reading this post because you want to update your WordPress…
Read More6 Tips to Help You Write a Killer About Page for Your Website
There isn’t a de facto standard for creating any page on your website, let alone the About page. The About page can be a powerhouse for converting customers as it gives you the opportunity to really show them what you’re all “about.” Get it? Website About pages are often the most overlooked Creating an About…
Read MoreOptimizing Your PDFs for Web: A Definitive Guide
Are your website PDF files pushing 10MB? 100MB? Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to lower those numbers? We’re here to tell you there definitely is, and it will help improve your website speed along with user experience. Pair that with a brand-spankin’ new website designed for the modern age, and you’re all…
Read MoreIntroducing our new Cloud Hosting Platform, Made Possible by a Google Cloud Partnership!
We’re excited to introduce our brand new Upgraded Cloud Hosting Platform. It leverages Google Cloud and the latest technologies to offer enterprise-grade infrastructure to all of our clients — big and small! We’re beyond ecstatic to offer the new & upgraded Cloud Hosting Platform at no additional cost to our current clients. We have already…
Read MoreMobile-First vs. Responsive Web Design: Which Should Your Business Choose?
You want your business website to create an amazing experience that keeps your customers coming back for more. One way to do that is with a website that makes it easy and enjoyable for them to shop, browse and buy. Should Your Website Be Mobile-First or Responsive? You have to make a lot of decisions…
Read MorePhotos 101: How to Add Them to Your Website
Adding photographs to your website is a great way to make it more vivid, colorful and attractive. It’s also a good way to boost your marketing efforts and optimize your site’s visibility in SEO rankings. Just make sure the images you use don’t get you into legal trouble. Decide Where to Get Your Photographs You’ve…
Read More5 Simple Tips to Help Speed Up Your Website
Like it or not, business websites are becoming increasingly important in today’s modern society. We live on the internet; we want to make sure our website looks great and is super fast, too! Statistics show that 75% of people base business credibility on their website alone. That means you could lose a quarter of your…
Read MoreHow to Make a Website Look Professional in 15 Simple Steps
Designing a website for your business soon? Before you start, you should take the time to learn how to make a website look professional. If you don’t do this, you run the risk of creating a site that will scare people off rather than bringing them in to your business. There are so many different…
Read MoreWebsite Design vs. Website Development: Do You Know the Difference?
Do you need website design or development? All websites need both — but many business owners don’t know the difference. The difference is so confusing, many online resources list both as having identical roles. What happens when your website looks great on your phone but bad on your desktop? Or your website works well but…
Read MoreYour Mobile Optimization Guide for Better Website Rankings
What is mobile optimization and why is it important? Mobile website optimization, also commonly referred to as mobile SEO, is the process of making a website usable and convenient for mobile users. Simply put, it’s a search engine optimization technique that focuses on the site’s structure, design, loading speed, and more to ensure that a…
Read More7 Web Design Best Practices Every Business Owner Needs to Know
Bad web design is one of the biggest reasons that customers click away from your website. When they leave your site after only a few seconds, and without taking any kind of action, what’s known as your site’s “dwell time” decreases. This means that Google and search engines don’t think that your website has any…
Read MoreWhy Is a Website Important for Your Business?
With small businesses spending an average of 35% of their marketing budgets on digital marketing, those dollars need to be spent intelligently. Since that figure is on average $75,000, this might be a lot to invest in a digital presence when you don’t already understand the value of having one. Knowing the answer to “Why…
Read MoreWhy Your Business Should Invest in a Dynamic Website
It’s no secret your business needs an online platform to thrive. Whether you own a local shop or a multinational cooperation, you need to have a website. It should also be informative, engaging, and unique. The digital age is not what it used to be. You have to stay ahead of the trends to be…
Read MoreHow SEO Outsourcing Can Save You Time and Money
New businesses struggle in two main areas: Finding more time and making more money Saving time and money The reason your business could be struggling to find the time to make more money is your marketing plan. There is too much on your plate and you aren’t alone. In fact, 70% of small businesses do…
Read MoreDo This On Your Business Website Right Now
If you don’t use HTTPS on your website, it will now be labeled “NOT SECURE” in Chrome. Even if you haven’t considered using HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol “Secure”) for your business website, you’ve probably seen it before. The history of this security protocol goes back many years to the beginnings of the commercialized Internet –…
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