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Practical notes on accessibility, front end performance, and building websites that work for people. Expect checklists, clear explanations, and fixes you can apply.

Why website builders and WordPress hold you back

Think Wix, Squarespace or WordPress are the easy option? Discover the real costs of site builders and free themes, from poor performance to legal risk, and what to do instead.

5 minute read time / 570 words

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Why QA beats hope. A release checklist for small sites

A practical release checklist covering accessibility, performance, tracking, and content checks, designed for small teams.

4 minute read time / 562 words

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When off-the-shelf stacks slow you down

How convenience stacks create friction over time, where the slowdown comes from, and how to reduce cost without rebuilding everything at once.

4 minute read time / 539 words

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What an accessibility audit includes, and what it never does

A plain guide to what you should receive from an accessibility audit, what good looks like, and what to avoid.

6 minute read time / 716 words

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What accessibility means. A plain language definition

A clear definition of website accessibility, with practical examples you can test and questions to ask suppliers.

4 minute read time / 444 words

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Website rebuild vs fix what you have. A decision guide

A scoring rubric and decision tree to help you choose between improving your current site or rebuilding it from the ground up.

6 minute read time / 709 words

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We build accessible sites. Show me your process

A supplier question list that forces clarity on accessibility process, testing, evidence, and ongoing support, without turning it into a fight.

4 minute read time / 530 words

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Themes vs bespoke builds. Where accessibility breaks first

A practical look at where off-the-shelf themes and template stacks most often fail accessibility, and how to reduce risk before you commit.

5 minute read time / 648 words

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The site builder trap. Ownership and long term cost

How site builders can limit control over performance, accessibility, and SEO, plus what to check before committing and how to plan a safe exit.

5 minute read time / 645 words

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