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Plausible
Website analytics are confusing, and we got to a point where the default tool (Google Analytics) was too complicated and not being utilised by clients. We started the search for better website analytics data, and landed on Plausible.
Website analytics are an essential aspect of running a successful online business or maintaining a website. The data collected through analytics tools can provide valuable insights into the behavio...
GitHub Pages
Website hosting doesn’t need to be expensive or have a lot of features. Static website generators, like Jekyll, can deploy code to Github Pages for free hosting which is fast and robust.
Website hosting can be an expensive and complicated process, but it doesn't have to be. With the rise of static website generators, like Jekyll, deploying code to GitHub Pages for free hosti...
DigitalOcean
Since 2016 we almost exclusively used DigitalOcean for hosting websites and applications, and it is still a reliable and simple cloud server platform at an affordable cost.
When it comes to hosting websites and applications, there are many options available in the market. However, since 2016, we have been using DigitalOcean almost exclusively and it has proven to be...
Webflow
Hosted CMS platform, similar to Squarespace but better for website developers in almost every single metric. Static HTML/CSS/JS can be exported from Webflow to use in custom applications.
Are you a web developer looking for a better alternative to Squarespace? Look no further than Webflow . This hosted CMS platform offers all the tools and features you need to create beautiful and ...
CloudFlare
At a basic level, CloudFlare is a DNS host, and a very good one at that. To say DNS zones is all they do would be an understatement. CloudFlare has some great features for basic websites, as it is a CDN (content delivery network) with added functionality.
When it comes to website performance and security, one name that often comes up is Cloudflare . While the company is primarily known for its DNS hosting services, it offers so much more than that....
VentraIP
Unfortunately we had to replace Hover in May 2022, as it was becoming a nightmare for .au + .nz domain management and transfers. VentraIP worked really well, transfers were quick and easy.
When it comes to managing domains, it's important to have a registrar that's easy to use and reliable. Unfortunately, our previous registrar Hover was starting to cause more problems than...
Kinsta
Premium managed WordPress website hosting. Initially introduced to us by a client, we were very pessimistic about what it was advertising compared to actual capabilities. Make no mistake, Kinsta is the best WordPress hosting currently on the market.
When it comes to hosting a WordPress website, there are a plethora of options out there. From basic shared hosting to dedicated servers, the choices can be overwhelming. But if you're looking ...
Vagrant
Vagrant is a bit of magic we use daily. The easiest way to describe Vagrant is the creation of individual virtual machines, isolating projects to their own containerised space. Nearly every project we take on utilises a Vagrant environment.
Are you tired of the headache of setting up development environments on your computer? Do you find it difficult to manage dependencies and configurations across multiple projects? If so, it's ...
Gimp
Opensource Photoshop alternative for editing images and creating artwork. Works great in partnership with Inkscape, which we use for vector illustration like logo and branding design.
When it comes to image editing and graphic design, Adobe Photoshop is the go-to software for most professionals. However, not everyone can afford the steep price tag that comes with it. That's...
EmailOctopus
As much as we dislike sending out advertising campaigns to thousands of poor inboxes, email marketing is still very much alive and kicking. We started using EmailOctopus in Feburary 2022, and so far it has delivered.
Email marketing is a powerful tool for reaching out to customers and driving engagement, but it can be a daunting task to manage. Enter EmailOctopus , a simple yet effective email marketing platfo...