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As a web designer who has been building websites for almost two decades, I often get asked about ways to improve website performance, especially for small businesses operating on a tight budget. One of the best ways to improve website performance...

Online shopping is more popular than ever and the trend continues to grow each year. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, online consumer spending reached $1.119 trillion in 2023, and e-commerce transactions represented 22.0% of total retails sales. One of...

Did you receive a letter in the mail from “Domain Name Services” stating that your domain name would expire on a date that’s rapidly approaching? We certainly did, and we’ve had many clients report that they’ve received the same letter as...

For many years, Google Business Profiles included a convenient feature to automatically create a free Google Website. This free Google site used the data already populated into your Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) to build out a very basic...

As web designers who build custom websites for our clients, we encounter tons of different web design preferences, requests, and examples. One of the trends we are seeing more commonly is clients’ willingness to consider dark theme websites. In this post,...

Do you need a website for your business? Are you thinking of using a website builder (i.e. Wix, GoDaddy Website Builder, Squarespace, etc.)? Before you start, do you know the disadvantages and limitations of most website builders? Website builders can certainly help...

Most small businesses recognize that having a website is important since the website serves as both a credibility check for potential customers and a way to share information regarding the company’s products and services offerings. However, a distinct difference exists between...

Typically, the home page of a website serves as the most significant landing page for both new and returning visitors. Essentially, this single page creates an overall impression of your company in a matter of seconds. If your home page does...

Taking a glance at the price jump from Shopify's Advanced plan to Shopify Plus might give you a serious case of sticker shock. But when you dive into all the added features and customizations inside Shopify Plus, you'll realize there's a...

The e-commerce world has absolutely exploded over the past few years, and there's no sign of it slowing down anytime soon. According to Forbes, e-commerce sales are projected to top $8 trillion globally by 2026, with nearly a quarter of all...

Building a resources page on your website can be an important content marketing project that enhances user experience and builds trust in your brand. If you do not already have a resources page or section on your website, you could be...

Creating a well-designed e-commerce website assists in engaging your intended customer base at all hours of the day to ensure the success of your organization. Regardless of which e-commerce platform you choose, having an effective online presence is critical to a...

What is a Clickjacking Attack? Have you ever been browsing a website and been startled by the page seemingly starting to interact with your computer without you doing anything? It may be a website element that's replaced by a different link...

In today's digital age, the opportunities for entrepreneurs and content creators to make money online have grown exponentially. By partnering with the robust e-commerce platform, Shopify, YouTube has enabled creators to take their channels to the next level by making it...

Popular, upcoming website design trends often reflect new and emerging technology as well as societal trends. Sometimes those trends are cyclical, meaning we’ve likely seen them before, especially when you’ve been doing web design as long as we have! Implementing new...

Contrary to widespread belief, small businesses typically make ideal targets for website cyber-attacks as they often lack the proper web security measures to protect themselves. To protect your small business’ website, prevent future cyber-attacks, and shutdown attacks before irreparable damage is...

The holiday season is the most profitable time of the year for many e-commerce businesses. This 2022 holiday season, Deloitte economists predict that e-commerce sales will climb by 13.5%, reaching $262 billion in sales. Increased traffic comes concurrently with increased pressure...

Your website images can significantly impact how your website looks and performs, making proper website image optimization vital. Images cater to more than just how your website looks. Improper website image optimization can lead to poor user experience and limit search...

The frequency and sophistication of cyber-crimes increased dramatically in recent years, with small businesses making up a loss of around $2.2 million annually. Due to frequent attacks, e-commerce security is essential for the success of your e-commerce business. E-commerce security refers...

Did you know that e-commerce websites experience up to 32.4% of all successful cyber security threats each year? Hackers frequently utilize various nefarious methods to target online stores' administrators, customers, and staff. Keep reading as we outline some of the industry’s...

When designing a website for your small business, there are numerous options and factors to consider. One aspect is that of deciding between custom web design or buying a pre-packaged website template. Many people mistakenly think that website templates with complete...