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How to set up a product URL redirect on Shopify
Let me guide you through the process of setting up a quick URL redirect before you delete a product from your Shopify store.
Squarespace Design Studio: What to Expect
Learn what to expect when selecting a Squarespace design studio. We'll cover the key features and services to consider when choosing a design studio.
What makes up a high performing website?
A high performing website should carry out 3 main roles; to attract the right people, to inform the visitor in exactly what they are looking for and to convert that user into a sale or enquiry. I am going to break down these 3 main roles in this blog post.
Free Squarespace Code Snippets for Web Designers
Over the years my personal database of CSS code snippets has GOT GAME. These CSS snippets will help you take standard Squarespace elements and change them to suit your (or your clients) brand.
How to Gain Confidence as a New Business Owner
Starting a new business can be an exciting yet daunting experience. It takes courage, determination and a good dose of confidence to make a business successful. If you're feeling unsure about your ability to run a business, don't worry. Here are some tips to help you build your confidence and become a successful business owner.
Why aren’t people buying from your online store?
There will always be drawbacks to online shopping, this doesn’t mean we can’t tackle these head on and do our best to alleviate these to maximise conversion in our online store. In this short article I will walk you through a few drawback examples and what you can do about it.
Shopify vs Squarespace Commerce - What ecommerce web builder is best for my online store?
In this article, we’ll be answering these questions… My business has a commerce branch, but the shop isn’t my only offering, which web builder can accommodate all that I need? What are the pros and cons of using Squarespace for my online store? What are the pros and cons or using Shopify as my online store?
Website accessibility explained. How and why to be accessible in your website design.
I’ve been nerding out on accessibility. It’s a really interesting subject and, to be honest, undervalued in the web design industry. Website accessibility is actually a legal requirement in certain areas and a subject we should all be committed to learning more about.
How to Design an SEO Friendly Website That Ranks Well with Google
When you’re a web designer, you should be designing SEO-friendly websites that rank well on Google. In this article, I’ll walk you through the key features of a well-designed website created with SEO in mind.
How do I test my website after it’s been launched?
How to test aspects of your website’s SEO health like page loading speeds, testing mobile responsiveness, checking for broken links and carrying out an on-page SEO audit.
The benefits of migrating from Wordpress to Squarespace
We’re going to delve into what the differences are between Squarespace and Wordpress. Why would you benefit from migrating from Wordpress and Squarespace? Also, the scenarios in which you would want to stick with WordPress as your web builder.
The affordable business tools I’ve used to skyrocket the growth of my web design business
In this article, I will cover all the life-saving tools I use every day in my web design business. I wish someone else had told me to set these platforms up when I was first starting out in my small web design business.
SEO titles and descriptions; all you need to know
This article will cover all you need to know about your SEO titles and descriptions and exactly how to easily write the best possible meta information for your business website and therefore attribute to a healthy search engine ranking.
Why I use Squarespace in my Web Development Business
The benefits of Squarespace and why I use it, combined with custom coding, as a key part of my web design business.
5 ways to speed up your Squarespace website
Page loading times are more important than ever in this digital age. If your website takes too long to load, you will lose possible customers, and your SEO ranking will decrease.
How to use 301 redirects as a small business with a website
Creating 301 redirects when you change your website URL slugs is so important for a good user experience. Maintaining your website link health has a direct effect on your SEO ranking, so make sure you don’t miss this one out!
Correct Image File Types to use on my Website
Images take a very long time to load; it’s essential that you format your website images before uploading them, otherwise you will negatively affect your page loading time.