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When you commission a new website, one of the first questions I’ll ask is where you see your organisation in five years’ time. A future-proof website…
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WordPress help & advice
Articles, practical notes and guidance from Christopher Douglas on WordPress, web development and AI automation.
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WordPress vs Proprietary Website Builders: What LinkedIn Isn’t Telling You
A familiar claim, and why it doesn’t hold up Every time I open LinkedIn there’s another post bashing WordPress, and most of them are scaremongering or…
Read moreWordPress Security for SMEs
Following on from my previous post on WordPress still being relevant, I wanted to focus on WordPress security, especially after all the doom and gloom being…
Read moreIs WordPress Still Relevant in 2026?
Yes, and the businesses asking this question are usually the ones who’ve had a bad experience with a poorly built site, rather than a bad experience…
Read moreHow Do I Know If My Website Is WordPress?
If you’ve got a website but didn’t build it yourself, it’s surprisingly common not to know exactly what it’s running on. WordPress powers a huge percentage…
Read moreWhy Is My WordPress Website So Slow?
A slow website is one of the most common issues business owners face — and it can cost you visitors, enquiries and search rankings. The frustrating…
Read moreWhat To Do If Your WordPress Website Breaks
If your WordPress website is broken, it can be stressful — especially if your business depends on it. The good news is that most issues can be…
Read moreWhy You Should Avoid Free Website Audits (and Cheap Web Design Services)
If you run a business website, you’ve probably seen offers for a free website audit or low-cost web design services promising fast results for very little investment. It…
Read moreWebsite Hosting Explained – What I Help With (and What I Don’t)
Choosing the right website hosting can make a huge difference to the speed, reliability, and security of your WordPress website. It’s one of the most important…
Read more*These resources are a general guide only, and shouldn't be treated as advice for your specific site. If you're unsure about anything, seek professional advice before making changes.