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How to Test the Color Contrast of Your Website for Accessibility?

A website’s success isn’t solely determined by its visual appeal and functionality—it also hinges on how accessible it is to all users, including those with visual impairments. Color contrast is a critical component of web accessibility, as it directly impacts … Continue reading

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How To Get Star Ratings To Show Up In Google Search Results?

A Step-by-Step Guide to Adding AggregateRating Schema Markup for Google Online reviews and star ratings have a substantial impact on a website’s credibility and user engagement. When users see those coveted star ratings in Google search results, it can make … Continue reading

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Exploring Drawbacks and Security Risks in Using WooCommerce for Your Online Store

Is WooCommerce safe? That is one of the main questions many store owners may ask when trying to decide whether this third-party plugin for WordPress is a good idea or not. WooCommerce is a popular and versatile e-commerce platform, known … Continue reading

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How to check if a website is down/offline or online or if it is just you?

There are a number of websites that let you check if a website is online or if it is just you. A couple of the most popular options include: Is It Down Right Now? Down for Everyone or Just Me … Continue reading

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Can you provide a detailed step by step guide to create a responsive .com website, including how and where to get a domain name, where to host my site, how to design it, and how to publicize the site?

In today’s digital age, having a professional and responsive website is essential for individuals and businesses alike. This guide will walk you through the detailed steps to create your own .com website using UltimateWB, an all-in-one website builder, including how … Continue reading

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What are the Drawbacks of Using an Open Source Website Builder?

Open source website builders, such as WordPress, Joomla, Magento, or Drupal, have gained immense popularity for their affordability and flexibility, making them a tempting choice for individuals and businesses looking to establish an online presence. However, it’s essential to be … Continue reading

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.com vs .us, .com vs .uk…..com vs Country Code Top-Level Domains (ccTLDs): Which domain extension should you choose?

Choosing the right domain extension for your website is a crucial decision that can impact your online presence, branding, and search engine visibility. While the .com domain is the most popular and widely recognized, country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) like … Continue reading

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How can I check my website’s backlinks on Google Search Console?

To access your backlinks on Google Search Console, follow these steps: You can filter the list of backlinks by: You can also click on the More link next to any domain to see more information about the backlinks from that … Continue reading

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Does posting your content on your Facebook page or Twitter count as backlinks for your website when you link to it? (or should I say “X” instead of Twitter?!)

No, posting your content on your Facebook page or Twitter does not count as backlinks for your website, even if you link to it. This is because social media links are typically marked as “nofollow” by search engines, which means … Continue reading

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