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Posted by: Karl Bowers
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Expression Engine
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General
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Web Design
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HTTPS is now a standard requirement for every website, not just ecommerce. In 2026, an SSL certificate is free, setup takes minutes on most hosts, and running without it actively harms your search rankings and user trust.
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ExpressionEngine has always had a strong ecosystem of third-party add-ons that extend what the core CMS can do. Here are the ten add-ons and built-in features I rely on most when building and maintaining EE7 websites.
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Not appearing in Google search results is one of the most common concerns for small business owners. Here is how to check whether your site is being indexed, and what to do if it is not.
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Posted by: Karl Bowers
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General
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The words on your website do more than describe your services: they determine whether visitors stay, whether they trust you, and whether they take action. Here are six practical principles for writing website content that actually works.
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If your website is underperforming in Google search results, there are usually a handful of practical improvements that can make a meaningful difference relatively quickly. Here are five to focus on.
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Getting found in Google is not just about having a website: it is about having the right structure. One of the most impactful things a small business can do to improve search visibility is to build dedicated pages for each of its services.
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Posted by: Karl Bowers
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Analytics
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General
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Do you know how people are actually finding your website? Understanding your traffic sources is the first step to knowing where to focus your marketing efforts.
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Posted by: Karl Bowers
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General
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Software
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Web Design
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A CMS, or Content Management System, is the software that powers most modern websites, allowing content to be updated without touching code. But with dozens of options available in 2026, choosing the right one for your project matters more than ever.
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Posted by: Karl Bowers
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Freelance
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General
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Web Design
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Choosing the right freelance web designer for your project is not simply a matter of finding someone with the right skills. Here are ten things to look for before you commit.
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