Whilst we don’t tend to regurgitate mudslinging or make a spectacle over ongoing legal disputes in our industry, this one has the potential to get a bit silly and impact hundreds of millions of WordPress sites. We’re not joking, there really are hundreds of millions of sites built on WordPress (Google it!), especially if you’re … Read more
Let’s be honest: keeping a website updated can feel like a chore (one of the reasons a bunch of you pay us to make it our problem, rather than yours!). But how do you know when it’s time to bite the bullet and start over, instead of a quick refresh? If you’re wondering when to … Read more
With mobile users now making up a major slice of internet traffic, understanding how to design for mobile-first isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s essential. If you’re not sure why, you need to read our previous blog post on why mobile-first design matters. But what does it mean, and how can you apply it to … Read more
Mobile-first design is an absolute necessity. With more than half (63%, actually) of global web traffic coming from mobile devices, you’d better believe that if your website doesn’t work properly on a phone or tablet, you’re losing visitors and, more importantly, customers. But mobile-first design isn’t just about making things look good on smaller screens; … Read more
You’ve just walked into a cluttered room, and every surface is crammed with stuff (a bit like Graham’s desk tbh). Feels a bit overwhelming, right? But if you went into a room with just a few well-placed pieces, it would likely feel much better. That’s exactly what white space on your website does – it … Read more
Are you thinking about building your first website? If yes, fantastic! It’s a great way to showcase your business, connect with customers, and establish your online presence. It’s also a tick in the online “credibility” box – showing that you’re a real business, properly trading. But before you dive headfirst into the world of web … Read more
We recently wrote about the top 4 things to consider with an eCommerce site, and the fourth item we mentioned was “be there with your customer support.” In this fourth point, we mentioned our support desk of choice – so, this week, we’re going to explore the 5 pros and cons of Freshdesk. No matter … Read more
You’ve probably heard us talk about why we started Sox; we wanted to help those who often get overlooked. I.e. the small guys who need a more personable, down-to-earth service, without all the sales BS, the jargon, or the ludicrous price tags. If you’ve spoken with Heather, you’ve probably also heard her talk about some … Read more
If you sell a product, you may well have thought about getting yourself an online shop (otherwise known as an “eCommerce site”). Earlier this year, we wrote about the pros and cons of two of the most popular platforms for eCommerce: Shopify vs WooCommerce. In this post, we’re going to be covering the top 4 … Read more
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past ten years (we know we use that phrase a lot. We like it. Can you tell?), you’ll have noticed how social media has really taken off. It’s not just a tool to keep you connected to your old school friends, it can also be a … Read more