Notes on building better websites.
Platforms, hosting, ecommerce, security and search, written for the people who have to make the decision.
llms.txt, schema and Open Graph: the technical side of AI search visibility
What llms.txt actually does today, why schema markup and Open Graph tags still matter more, and the crawler settings that decide whether AI tools can see you.
How to choose the right website platform: the complete guide
A complete, plain-English guide to choosing between WordPress, Webflow, Next.js, Framer, Squarespace, Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, AI builders and headless CMS.
Cybersecurity for small businesses: phishing, logins and the website front door
Most small business breaches start with a phished password or a weak login. Here is how to lock down email, admin accounts and your website's front door.
Website accessibility (ADA and WCAG) for business owners
What the ADA and WCAG mean for your business website, what WCAG 2.2 AA asks for, why overlays are not a fix, and how to make a site accessible in practice.
WordPress, Webflow or Next.js? How we choose a platform for every project
Our house rules: WordPress for blogs and content, Webflow for heavy design, React and Next.js for speed, and headless CMS when content feeds many channels.
How to redesign a website without losing SEO
A redesign can wipe out years of search traffic if URLs, content and redirects are handled carelessly. Here is the checklist we use to protect rankings.
Netlify vs Vercel for modern websites
Netlify and Vercel both host fast, Git-based websites. Here is how they differ, which one fits a Next.js build, and when neither is the right call.
Backups and ransomware: protecting your website and business data
Ransomware and failed updates both end the same way without good backups. Here is how small businesses should back up their website and data, and test it.
Contentful vs Sanity vs headless WordPress
Contentful, Sanity and headless WordPress all feed a modern front end. Here is how they differ for editors, developers and budgets, and which one we pick when.
Shopify for growing brands: themes, apps and when to go headless
How growing brands should approach Shopify themes, apps and custom work, and the honest signals that it is time to consider a headless storefront.
Answer engine optimization: getting your website cited by ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity
Answer engine optimization helps AI assistants find, trust and cite your site. Here is what it is, how it differs from SEO, and what to change on your website.
Vibe coding a business website with AI builders: what works and what breaks
AI builders like Bolt, Lovable, v0 and Replit can ship a site in an afternoon. Here is what they do well, what tends to break, and when to bring in a studio.
GoDaddy for domains and hosting: what to use it for
GoDaddy is a solid place to register and manage domains. For hosting and site building, it depends on the site. Here is how we advise clients to use it.
WooCommerce: when content and commerce belong together
WooCommerce makes sense when your store lives inside a content-heavy WordPress site. Here is when it fits, when it doesn't, and what it takes to run well.
Optimizely for enterprise websites: what a DXP gives you
Optimizely is a digital experience platform combining CMS, experimentation, personalization and more. Here is what a DXP does and when it is worth it.
Domains, DNS, SSL and email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) for business owners
A plain-English guide to domains, DNS, SSL certificates and SPF, DKIM and DMARC, so your site stays up and your email reaches the inbox.
Hostinger for small sites: budget hosting with eyes open
Hostinger is a capable budget host for small WordPress sites and side projects. Here is where it fits, what to watch for and when to pay for more.
BigCommerce for B2B and large catalogs
BigCommerce is our pick for B2B selling, large catalogs and multi-storefront setups. Here is what it does well, where Shopify still wins and how to plan a build.
Core Web Vitals for small business websites, in plain English
Core Web Vitals measure how fast and stable your site feels to real visitors. Here is what LCP, INP and CLS mean and what to fix first on a small business site.
Framer for marketing sites: fast to launch, worth knowing the limits
Framer is a fast way to launch a polished marketing site. Here is what it does well, where it runs out of room, and how it compares with Webflow and WordPress.
Flywheel hosting: a fit for designers and agencies?
Flywheel is managed WordPress hosting built around designers and agencies. Here is who it fits, how it relates to WP Engine, and when to look elsewhere.
WordPress security: updates, plugins and hardening that actually matter
Most WordPress hacks come from outdated plugins, weak logins and poor hosting. Here are the updates, plugin habits and hardening steps that make a real difference.
Contentful content models and reusable blocks, explained for marketers
How Contentful content types, entries, references and reusable blocks work, and how marketers build Next.js pages from approved components without a developer.
Squarespace for small business: what it does well and when you outgrow it
Squarespace is a polished, low-maintenance builder for small business sites and simple shops. Here is what it does well and the signs you have outgrown it.
React and Next.js for business websites: why speed is a feature
Next.js gives business websites fast pages, custom functionality and a clean path to a headless CMS. Here is when it is worth it and when it is overkill.
WP Engine: when managed WordPress hosting is worth it
WP Engine is premium managed WordPress hosting with staging, backups and expert support. Here is who it fits, who should look elsewhere, and what to check first.
What is a headless CMS, and do you need one?
A headless CMS stores content and delivers it by API to any front end. Here is how it works, when it is worth it, and when a traditional CMS is the better call.
Shopify vs BigCommerce vs WooCommerce vs Squarespace: choosing an ecommerce platform
Shopify fits most stores, BigCommerce suits B2B and big catalogs, WooCommerce fits content-led WordPress shops, and Squarespace fits simple ones. Here is how to pick.
The small business website security checklist
A practical website security checklist for small businesses: accounts and logins, updates, backups, hosting, SSL, email authentication and monitoring.
When Webflow is the right call for a design-led website
Webflow gives designers precise visual control, rich interactions and clean output on managed hosting. Here is when it beats WordPress, and where it falls short.
SiteGround for business WordPress sites: who it fits
SiteGround offers well-supported WordPress hosting on Google Cloud with built-in caching, backups and staging. Here is who it suits and who should look elsewhere.
Elementor vs Divi vs Astra: which WordPress builder or theme?
Elementor and Divi are visual page builders; Astra is a lightweight theme. How they compare, plus why we often prefer native blocks for speed.
How to choose web hosting for a business website
Shared, managed WordPress, VPS, cloud or platform hosting? How to match hosting to your site, traffic and team, and what to check before you buy.
Why we still choose WordPress for blogs and content sites
For blogs and content-heavy sites, WordPress still wins on editing, SEO tooling, plugins and talent. Here is why we pick it, and when we don't.
How much does a business website cost?
A professionally built business website typically runs $2,500 to $100,000+. Here is what drives the number and which tier fits your business.
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