Category: Website Builder

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How To Create A Website To Sell Products Online

Want to create a website to sell products online? These days it’s easier than ever with no-code website builders like Domains.co.za’s Site Builder. With the number of online shoppers in the country set to climb from 11.7 million to 21.52 million by 2029 – the best time to start selling online is now! In this article, we look at why it’s a good idea to sell your products online and how easy and affordable it can be to create an ecommerce website using our Site Builder. RELATED: How to Jumpstart your eCommerce Business this year KEY TAKEAWAYS With no-code tools like Site Builder, you don’t need any tech or design skills to create a website to sell products online. A website allows you to connect with customers beyond your […]

8 Best Practices for a Mobile Friendly Website

Mobile-Friendly Website Creation: 8 Best Practices

A mobile-friendly website is the only type of website that matters these days. Seeing as more than half (63%) of the world’s internet traffic comes from mobile devices and Google uses mobile-first indexing, there’s just no getting around it. If you don’t have a responsive website for your SME or you haven’t adapted your site for mobile, your sales and SEO rankings may suffer. But what’s all the fuss about? It all boils down to user experience. A site that’s difficult to navigate, will inevitably frustrate people and lead to high bounce rates, which Google and other search engines are “allergic” to. The good news however, is that it’s not too late to adapt your website for mobile. In this blog, we share best practices to crea […]

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Web Hosting vs WordPress Hosting: How To Choose

When setting up a new website, understanding the differences between Web Hosting vs WordPress Hosting can make a big difference to your website’s performance, management, and online success. While they are similar, they aren’t interchangeable, and many people, especially beginners, find themselves confused about which option will best suit their needs. This guide will walk you through the differences, benefits, and what to look for in a hosting plan to help you make the right decision for your site and business. KEY TAKEAWAYS Web Hosting provides flexibility and control but can require more technical knowledge to manage correctly. WordPress Hosting streamlines management and optimises performance specifically for WordPress […]

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The Importance Of Online Customer Reviews For Your SME

For small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), customer reviews are the “new black”. In displaying reviews or testimonials on your website, Google My Business page and other social platforms, you are directly aiding potential customers in the decision-making process, making it a win for all parties involved. According to a survey, 75.5% of respondents trust online reviews. This means if you aren’t listing any, you are losing out on consumer trust. In this article, we look at the various benefits of positive customer reviews, share ideas to help you get more reviews and provide tips to help turn negative feedback into a positive outcome. KEY TAKEAWAYS Most consumers trust online reviews and showcasing them helps boost your br […]

How to Create a Landing Page That Converts

How To Create A Landing Page That Converts

Create a landing page that can help welcome potential customers to your website with the goal to actively convert them. While social media, Pay Per Click Ads, and a killer SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) strategy could send good volumes of traffic to your site, a landing page can inspire visitors to act. Scenario: You see an ad online that interests you. You click the Call To Action (CTA) button and you’re taken to the company’s home page. Now what? Sure, you are free to browse around but seeing as it is probably your first encounter with the site, you might feel overwhelmed by all the information displayed. It’s like being in a store and looking for something specific. It just helps if someone guides you to where you need […]

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The Importance Of Website Maintenance

Website maintenance is as important for a website as is the upkeep of a physical property. Just like a house and garden can deteriorate over time if unattended, and lose value without the proper care, a website can become outdated, slow, insecure, and vulnerable to errors ­– all of which are damaging to a brand. The maintenance of your website involves regular updates, backups, security monitoring, link checks, improvements, etc. Tasks like these should form part of a company’s daily, weekly and monthly priority lists and be actioned without fail. Luckily, backed by the best in WordPress Hosting or Web Hosting, this race can be halfway won. Read on as we look at the importance of website care, and share the top 10 actions […]

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From Dreaming To Doing: How To Start A Small Business This Holiday (5 Steps)

Most people spend their time off work on rest and recreation (R&R). But there’s a portion of the world for whom dreaming of starting a small business ideas is like a vacation. If you want to know how to start a small business this holiday, read on; as we share actionable and low-cost steps – from creating the idea to building the website. RELATED: How To Start A Business On a Budget: Must Haves KEY TAKEAWAYS: While most enjoy rest and recreation during the holidays, some find dreaming up ways to start a small business just as relaxing. To find a great business idea, focus on your passions and skills, try to solve recurring problems, explore trends, or draw inspiration from others. Perfect your small business idea by unders […]

Tips to Get Started With Off-Site SEO For Your Small Business Website

Tips to Get Started With Off-Site SEO For Your Small Business Website

Do off-site SEO to get your website to organically rank well on Google, because if you don’t it doesn’t just happen. You have to implement certain, multifaceted Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) tactics on an ongoing basis. Organic SEO in a nutshell: There’s On-Page SEO, which refers to the items you can add to your website yourself (like the right keywords, title tags, unique content, etc.) to assist Google and other Search Engines to classify and rank your page properly. There’s also Technical SEO to be aware of, as Search Engines will lower the ranking of any website experiencing technical issues (like poor loading speed, security, mobile-responsiveness, etc.). And then there’s the Off-Page SEO. What is Off-Page SE […]

How To Attract Repeat Customers To Your eCommerce Store

“Get an eCommerce store”, they said. “It will be fun”, they said. But the truth of how to attract repeat customers, is more like most of the things in life that are actually worth doing, it is hard work. So, you’ve got a great eCommerce website, you are selling quality goods at reasonable prices, and you are using good marketing strategies to keep your business visible… but, why are you still spending a lot of time (and money) on customer acquisition and your customer retention doesn’t seem successful yet? Repeat customers are loyal customers, you can gain a wealth of insights from them; plus, they will do free word-of-mouth-marketing for your brand. They are your business lifeline! Top Tips on How to Attract R […]

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