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Free SSL's for cPanel DNSOnly
The current (paid-for) cPanel/WHM SSL certificates on our DNSOnly servers were coming up for renewal, so it got me thinking if some free SSL options were available?
Continue ReadingGetting the best out of you: a distinct advantage
With online tools getting more & more advanced, it is now easier for business owners, marketing managers and freelancers to create great looking websites themselves. So it begs the question, why would I use an agency when I can get it cheaper or do it myself? It's a fair question and one with many different answers.
Continue ReadingFacebook Advertising Hacks
There are many, many reasons why Facebook is the place to be right now for advertising. With 2 billion monthly active users on Facebook, and the level of targeting available within the platform, if you know what to say and where to say it, you can easily get your brand in front of your ideal customer with Facebook advertising.
Continue ReadingWhen is it time to rebuild your website?
Clients often ask me how long a website should last and whether they should be thinking about a website redevelopment. In general we find that websites last around 3-5 years before they start to look outdated or technology has changed significantly enough to warrant a rebuild but there isn't really a one size fits all answer.
Continue ReadingWordpress - Deploying untested code to prod since 2004
As a web development agency, we love Wordpress (surprised to hear that after reading the title?) and reach for it regularly...
Continue ReadingWhy we chose Laravel for Bespoke Web Applications
An overview of our journey from an built-in-house CMS (SiteHQ) to Laravel, and why we feel Laravel is a great fit for future bespoke application projects.
Continue ReadingFreelancer vs Agency, what's the right choice for you?
When looking at proposals and providers for websites, apps or digital marketing, it's important to understand that not all providers are the same. There is a big difference between an agency and a freelancer and it's important to understand the pro's and con's with each.
Continue ReadingGetting Orders Shipped with Magento2
In a world where shipping an order 'same day' is expected, how do you efficiently process your orders through a default Magento2 installation?
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