The Blink Web blog
Practical guidance on websites, hosting and cyber security, plus a look at projects we've delivered for clients across the UK.
AI can build a website in minutes. But a website is more than the pages you see. Here's what still needs doing once the AI has finished: hosting, security, updates and the technical debt you take on.
We've rebuilt blinkweb.co.uk from the ground up. Here's what's new, what's improved and what it means for you as a Blink Web client.
Ofcom's Wireless Telegraphy Register holds more than 200,000 UK radio licence records. We built WTR Browser to make it fast and friendly to search.
How 60+ Hytera PD785 handsets linked three school campuses, with departmental channels and emergency alerts that keep working through local outages.
The NCSC has advised UK organisations to review their cyber readiness. Here's what the risk looks like for small businesses and where to start.
Shared hosting suits many websites, but growing traffic and technical needs can call for a VPS. The signs it's time to upgrade and what to expect.
A member of the Blink Web team took part in a major UK-led multinational cyber exercise. What we learnt and why collaboration matters for resilience.
How we redesigned the website for Aqua Blue Designs, an award-winning swimming pool design and build specialist, from a blank page to launch.
Seeing a spike in direct traffic from China and Singapore in Google Analytics? What is causing it, whether it is harmful and how to filter it out.
Key takeaways from a police-led business cyber security event, with practical reminders UK organisations can act on today to reduce their risk.
Cheap hosting, no backups and ignored updates can quietly undo your website's success. These are the most common hosting mistakes and how to avoid them.
The NCSC has issued fresh spyware advice for UK smartphone users. What the warnings mean and the simple steps to protect iPhone and Android devices.
Attackers are using outdated WordPress sites and plugins to trick visitors into installing malware. How it works and how to keep your site safe.
AI can speed up writing website content, but it has limits. The benefits, the risks for SEO and accuracy and how to use AI tools sensibly.
Online shopping peaks at Christmas and so do cyber attacks. Simple steps to protect your website and customers during the festive season.
PHP 7.4 reached end of life on 1 December 2022 and no longer receives security updates. Why that matters for your website and how to upgrade safely.
Microsoft's IndexNow plugin for WordPress tells Bing and other search engines the moment your content changes. How it works and how to set it up.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday bring more shoppers and more hackers. Essential security checks for your online shop before the busy season.
A critical vulnerability was found in WooCommerce and WooCommerce Blocks in July 2021. What it means for your online shop and how to make sure you are patched.
Ahrefs Webmaster Tools gives website owners free SEO data on backlinks, keywords and site health. Here's what it offers and how to get started.
Earn £10 for every customer you refer to Blink Web hosting. Find out how our affiliate scheme works and how to sign up.
One cyber attack can undo years of reputation. How ransomware works and the simple steps small businesses can take to stay secure online.
The benefits of moving your business email to Microsoft 365, previously Office 365, from reliability and security to working from anywhere.
Google Assistant can now read web pages aloud, improving access for people with visual impairments. What it means for your website and content.
Elegant Themes released an urgent patch for a code injection vulnerability in the Divi WordPress theme. What was affected and how to update.
Ten practical cyber security tips for UK small businesses, from strong passwords and updates to backups and staff awareness, to help prevent costly attacks.
Five simple SEO tips to help your website climb Google rankings, including HTTPS, mobile-friendly design, page speed, page titles and regular blogging.
HTTP security headers are a simple, often missed way to protect your website. What they do, how to check your site and how to add them.
Using a free Gmail or Hotmail address could cost you enquiries. Our poll results and why a professional email on your own domain matters.
WordPress, Wix or Squarespace? A straightforward comparison to help new businesses choose the right platform for their first website.
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