Web Design Guides & Insights

Everything we know about web design, UX, SEO, ecommerce and WordPress, organised by topic and written by Manchester web designers for business owners rather than developers. No waffle, no thinly disguised sales letters. Well, mostly.

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The pillar guide

FUNDAMENTALS · PILLAR · 8 MIN READ

What is web design? Everything businesses need to know

The plain-English foundation for everything else here: what web design covers, how it differs from development, the six core elements, and what it's all for.

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Web design fundamentals

What does a web designer actually do?

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What makes a good web design? 10 principles of high-performing websites

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What is front-end web design? Front end vs back end

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Choosing an agency & pricing

How to choose a web design agency: 12 things to check before you sign

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How much does a website cost in Manchester?

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Do I need a website for my business? An honest answer

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Responsive, mobile & UX

What is responsive web design?

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How to make your website mobile-friendly: 10 fixes

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What is UX design? Explained simply

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UX vs UI design: the difference explained

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Website redesign & SEO

The complete website redesign checklist: 20 steps

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12 signs your website needs a revamp (or a full redesign)

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SEO web design: how design affects your rankings

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Ecommerce & small business

What is an ecommerce website? Types, features and examples

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How to build an ecommerce website: a step-by-step guide

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How to create a business website (step by step)

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WordPress, platforms & web history

What is a WordPress website?

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How to make a WordPress website in 10 steps

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WordPress vs Squarespace: which is right for you?

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Who invented the World Wide Web? A short history

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