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Website Builders vs Developers in 2026: Why Custom Websites Still Matter

Website builders are no longer the easy target they once were.

15 Apr 2026 • 7 min read

5 things every Wiltshire tradesperson's website needs to actually get phone calls

If you are a plumber, electrician, builder or joiner in Wiltshire and your website is not bringing in calls, odds are it is missing one or more of these five things. Here is what fixes it.

14 Apr 2026 5 min read

What I found auditing 10 Wiltshire small business websites

I ran my free audit on ten small business websites across Wiltshire. The same half-dozen issues came up on nearly every one. Here is what was going wrong, and why it matters.

10 Apr 2026 6 min read

MacBook Neo: Apple's Most Repairable Laptop in Years - What Small Businesses Need to Know

Apple's new MacBook Neo is making waves as their most repairable laptop in 14 years, but is it right for your small business?

21 Mar 2026 6 min read

Why Custom CMS Beats WordPress: The Smart Choice for Small Business Websites

Thinking WordPress is your only option? Discover why a custom CMS built specifically for your business offers better security, faster performance, and lower long-term costs.

20 Mar 2026 6 min read

How to Spot and Avoid Phishing and Spam Emails: A Small Business Owner's Guide

Protect your small business from costly email scams with this straightforward guide to spotting phishing and spam emails.

19 Mar 2026 6 min read

Why Your Slow Website Is Driving Customers Away (And Costing You Sales)

A slow-loading website isn't just annoying—it's actively driving potential customers to your competitors and hurting your bottom line.

18 Mar 2026 6 min read

Is Your Website Ready for the Cookie-Free Internet? What Small Businesses Need to Know

With Google's cookie phase-out now complete, many small businesses are struggling to understand their website visitors. Here's your practical guide to thriving in the cookie-free internet.

11 Mar 2026 6 min read

Why Your Small Business Website Needs Spring Cleaning Before Easter 2026

With Easter falling in mid-April 2026, now's the perfect time to give your website the spring clean it deserves before the seasonal shopping rush begins.

17 Feb 2026 7 min read

Why Your Small Business Website Needs SSL Security in 2026

With cyber threats rising and browsers showing scary warnings for unsecured sites, SSL certificates are now essential for any small business website.

5 Jan 2026 6 min read