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Many of us are freelancers or agency owners who build websites for clients. If you consider this your full-time job, you’re always looking for more income streams to prop up your business. I have found that SEO (and all its different types and niches) is a natural fit for most web design agencies. You are …

A website’s loading speed can make or break its success. If you compare two identical pages, the faster page gets preferential treatment from search engines like Google. Fortunately, there is a way to test your website’s speed and get advice on improving it. It’s called Google PageSpeed Insights—here’s what it is and how you can …

The WPML 4.7 Release Candidate is now officially available for download, with the production release arriving in early February. If you’re starting a new site, we recommend switching to this Release Candidate. It’s packed with exciting new features, giving you the opportunity to get familiar with the updates before the official launch in a couple …

📢 Did you know Wordfence runs a Bug Bounty Program for all WordPress plugins and themes at no cost to vendors? Researchers can earn up to $31,200 per vulnerability, for all in-scope vulnerabilities submitted to our Bug Bounty Program! Find a vulnerability, submit the details directly to us, and we handle all the rest. Last …Read More

Remember your first time using Google Maps, Etsy, or Facebook? That effortless navigation, intuitive interface, and the way it just worked – that’s the magic of a good user experience. UX design is the art and science of creating digital products and services that are easy to use, enjoyable, and effective for all users. It’s …

This morning, I came across some interesting news about Google’s updated site reputation abuse policies. Apparently, they’ve revised their main guidelines with some fresh updates.

While the web buzzes with anxiety about AI taking our jobs or achieving consciousness, real artificial intelligence systems have already been making life-altering decisions about healthcare, housing, and basic human rights – often with devastating consequences.In this article I’m going to examine three real-life cases where AI systems destroyed thousands of lives. Then I’ll share my opinion on what we can do about it.

The Divi 5 Public Alpha is available for testing. If you use Divi 5, you’ll notice an update notification for Public Alpha Version 7 today. We release new Divi 5 versions every two weeks, and it gets better each time! If you haven’t tested Divi 5 yet, try it and let us know what you …

What makes certain websites memorable while others fade away? It’s not by chance or flashy animations. The skillful use of visual design elements and principles guides, engages, and converts visitors. Many web designers focus on trendy colors or styles, missing the core elements that make a design effective. Successful websites that achieve tangible business goals …

Is Elementor Pro worth the investment for your small business? Find out with our side-by-side comparison of Elementor Free vs. Pro.

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Divi empowers you to build the best websites possible, and now, Divi Quick Sites takes website creation to a whole new level. This revolutionary tool lets anyone, regardless of skill level, generate a complete website in under two minutes! Divi Quick Sites provides everything you need to launch your dream website instantly. You can choose …

How Universal Yums scaled operations and ecommerce platforms to handle different types of customers, swings in sales, and a booming brand!

Google has made a significant change: you now need to enable JavaScript to use Google Search. According to them, this move is about security and improving the experience for users like you and me. By requiring JavaScript, Google says it can better protect its platform against spam, bots, and other types of abuse. It also claims this change ensures you get “the most relevant and up-to-date information.”

Starting your WordPress journey can be exciting yet overwhelming. Whether you’re building a blog, portfolio, or business site, WordPress offers unmatched flexibility and ease of use, especially with themes like Divi. As one of the most popular website platforms, it’s designed to help beginners create stunning, professional websites. In this guide, we’ll simplify your first …

For those of us in the US, you know things don’t look certain for the future of TikTok. The federal ban on TikTok has left creators scrambling for what’s next. It has also created a lot of different possible scenarios from TikTok’s side. We’ve already seen lots of pivoting (TikTok’s weekend blackout, bids for buying …

Email marketing is one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to reach and engage with your target audience. With the right strategy and approach, you can use email to build relationships, drive conversions, and increase customer loyalty. I have selected the most effective types of email marketing campaigns to help you flex your marketing …

Great design speaks without saying a word. The most successful websites blend visual appeal with intuitive functionality, creating experiences that keep your users returning for more. Modern User Interface (UI) design trends have matured beyond flashy animations and bold colors into a sophisticated approach that puts user needs first. The most successful websites stay ahead …

Define your target market and unlock the key to crafting messages that resonate with customers and drive sales.

Have you ever noticed how some websites feel like a smooth jazz concert while others hit you like a broken trumpet? That’s the UI and UX design at work. While one makes your website look like a million bucks, the other ensures it works like a charm. When it comes to UI vs. UX design, you …

📢 Did you know Wordfence runs a Bug Bounty Program for all WordPress plugins and themes at no cost to vendors? Researchers can earn up to $31,200 per vulnerability, for all in-scope vulnerabilities submitted to our Bug Bounty Program! Find a vulnerability, submit the details directly to us, and we handle all the rest. Last …Read More

Great user interface design is the difference between a website that converts and one that confuses. When users land on your site, they make split-second decisions about whether to stay or leave — largely based on how intuitive and appealing your interface feels. The best UI designs appear deceptively simple, but they’re built on sophisticated …

Last week, Automattic announced that they’d be cutting their weekly contributor hours to WordPress.org from roughly 4,000 to a mere 45. This is a massive shift in how open-source WordPress has functioned for over a decade. Let’s explore four possible implications of this major change.

Are you looking to build your website but don’t know where to start? In 2025, do-it-yourself web design will be more accessible than ever, offering cost-effective solutions, complete control over the look and feel of your site, and the chance to learn valuable new skills. However, taking the DIY route requires a time commitment and …

Ready to turbo-charge your WordPress site’s performance? Learn how to use a CDN to improve user experience and win more customers in our jargon-free guide.

Divi empowers you to build the best websites possible, and now, Divi Quick Sites takes website creation to a whole new level. This revolutionary tool lets anyone, regardless of skill level, generate a complete website in under two minutes! Divi Quick Sites provides everything you need to launch your dream website instantly. You can choose …

Quote a website project today, and you’ll hear numbers ranging from $500 to $50,000 — often for nearly identical deliverables. That’s a vast range. And with plenty of freelancers and agencies padding their prices while others promise the moon for pocket change, making sense of the costs seems impossible. Good news: website costs have changed …

Want to find a WordPress theme that takes your website into the big leagues? Here’s everything a small business owner needs to know.

Do your customers often make just one purchase and never return? If so, the default WooCommerce Thank You page could be the missing link in building stronger connections. While it provides a basic confirmation, it lacks the personalized touch that keeps customers coming back. What if your Thank You page could do more? Imagine turning …

Shoppers love a quick and smooth checkout. But if there’s even a tiny distraction, they will abandon their carts without a second thought. That’s how quickly you lose a sale. With the default WooCommerce checkout page, you might already be losing precious customers. Customizing it can provide a consistent branding experience, remove distractions, and simplify …