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Cookie popup for South African Websites

Cookie popup: Do I need one for my South African website?

Cookie popups can be seen on most South African websites. For good reason. South Africa has a strict policy on how personal data is used, stored and spread. The Protection of Personal Information Act, commonly known as POPIA, is widely…

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The South African guide to crushing Black Friday sales in 2023

The South African guide to crushing Black Friday sales in 2023

Black Friday has become part of the South African shopping landscape in the last five or so years. We know it’s coming. We wait in anticipation for the month of deals and sales. Big purchases like appliances, TVs and phones…

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How to sell stuff online with WooCommerce

How to sell stuff online with WooCommerce

Physical brick-and-mortar retail stores still have their space (excuse the pun) worldwide. However, a lot has changed, especially since COVID when people got used to not having to go to public places. An increasing number of people prefer to shop…

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The essentials of a reputable online store

The essentials of a reputable online store

These days, we can buy (almost) everything online. But we usually gravitate towards the online stores that we know and trust. And if a new online store pops up when we search for something specific, there are a few things…

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Digital audits that need to be conducted on your business

Digital audits that need to be conducted on your business

When we hear the word “audit”, we usually think about a financial audit – an examination and verification of “the books” or an assessment of financial accounts and records. However, audits can be conducted on all areas of your business…

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Why would I need a digital consultant for my business

Why would I need a digital consultant for my business?

We can’t specialise in everything. That’s why consultants are so invaluable for businesses. Consultants allow a business to focus on what it knows and does best, whilst they provide helpful information and useful advice on what they know better than…

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What is a progressive web app (PWA)

What is a progressive web app (PWA)?

Have you recently embarked on an app development journey? Have you heard the term progressive web app or PWA mentioned in conversations, but you have no idea what it means? Interestingly, it’s actually not a formal or official name –…

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Time to set up Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

Time to set up Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

Google Analytics 4 (GA4) has been around since 2020 – the year the world changed! And GA4 is a significant change in the analytics space. Google has been hard at work improving its GA4 platform. So, as of 1 July…

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Why user journeys are important when designing a website

Why user journeys are important when designing a website

Have you ever visited a website that looked absolutely beautiful, but made you utterly frustrated because navigating (and finding what you needed) was impossible? If a user cannot easily achieve what he/she has come to a website for, well then,…

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The great one-page website debate

The great one-page website debate

Are you looking for a quick and cheap one-page website? In 2023? Are you sure? We often get asked if we can do a one-pager, and the answer is yes. But, is it the best solution for you? Is it…

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What can I sell online to make some extra money

What can I sell online to make some extra money?

These days, everyone has a side hustle. A popular way to make a bit of extra cash is to sell things online. “What can I sell online?” you ask. Pretty much anything! And the benefits of having an online store…

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What is a learner management system

What is a learner management system (LMS)?

A learner management system, often shortened to LMS, can be described as a software ​​application or management platform for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation and delivery of educational courses, training programmes or learning and development programmes. An LMS is…

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An introduction to online booking systems

An introduction to online booking systems

“Why don’t you just book online?” – a question that has perhaps been posed to you, or that you have asked others. Gone are the days of waiting in long queues to book movie, theatre or event tickets. You no…

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reasons why your business should invest in digital

3 reasons why your business should invest in digital

You’ve probably heard that going digital is a must if you want to see your business not only grow but simply survive in today’s dynamic environment. Digital transformation – the integration of digital technology in all aspects of your business…

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ways to grow businesses digitally

4 ways to grow business digitally

We live in a digital world. Unfortunately, a lot of traditional businesses that refuse to transform are getting left behind. On the other hand, businesses that are embracing all things digital are growing. If your business has stagnated then perhaps…

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Why blog? 5 benefits of adding blog articles to your website

Why blog? 5 benefits of adding blog articles to your website

More often than not, the main reason why a business doesn’t blog is because “there isn’t time”. However, we believe that once a business understands the value of adding strategic, valuable and SEO-driven content to their website then they will…

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What’s your SEO keyword strategy?

What’s your SEO keyword strategy?

We’ve found that the hardest thing to get from clients who want to launch a new website is content. Website copy, in particular, is often not given enough attention in order to ensure the website is a success. What will…

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10 things to do after launching a new WordPress website

10 things to do after launching a new WordPress website

Well done for launching a new WordPress website! Now the real work begins. “What? I thought I’d done the hard yards!” Whilst a lot of time and effort inevitably went into building your website, there is never really a final…

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Do I need WordPress hosting for my WordPress website?

Do I need WordPress hosting for my WordPress website?

Clients often ask us if they need WP-specific hosting for their WordPress website, or if a general web hosting solution will suffice. When you’re in the business of creating custom-built WordPress websites like we are, we usually recommend hosting that…

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Do I need a website maintenance package

Do I need a website maintenance package?

Launching a new website is exciting. But it’s just like a new car. As the months go by, your website will inevitably require maintenance and care. In fact, it is as important to invest in a website care package for…

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Basic guide to understanding SEO

So you’ve built a great website, and now you’re looking at it wondering where all the traffic is. That’s where understanding SEO (search engine optimisation) can come in handy. While development and design are the main building blocks to building…

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Do I have to update content on my website?

Do I have to update content on my website?

We often get asked, “Do I have to update content on my website?” The short answer is, “Yes! Absolutely!” Let’s delve into the long answer to understand why it’s so important to keep your website content (that includes copy and…

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Top 10 design trends of 2022

Top 10 design trends of 2022

A new year always brings new trends. But it's hard to keep up to date with all that's new. We get that. So we've put together a list of the top 10 design trends of 2022. Take a read and…

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December 2021 wallpaper desktop

December 2021 wallpaper for desktop and mobile

Download a FREE December 2021 wallpaper for your desktop or mobile device. Things have changed. But one thing that hasn't changed is our desire to bring you some funky wallpaper designs for your desktops and phones. The Flicker Leap creative…

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history of Black Friday

The history of Black Friday and why you must catch the train

Oh! The joys of Black Friday – the day when shopaholics and your average Joe can’t help but celebrate all those sweet deals! But Black Friday wasn’t originally known as the day of great savings. The term “Black Friday” was…

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November 2021 wallpaper desktop

November 2021 wallpaper for desktop and mobile

Download a FREE November 2021 wallpaper for your desktop or mobile device. Things have changed. But one thing that hasn't changed is our desire to bring you some funky wallpaper designs for your desktops and phones. The Flicker Leap creative…

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What is GitHub

What is GitHub and why is it used?

Perhaps you have heard the term GitHub come up a few times in web development discussions, and you’re curious to understand what exactly it is and why it is used. Consider this a basic introduction to something that the Flicker…

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Build an online presence in South Africa

Build an online presence in South Africa

Building an online presence is vital if you want to rank on Google – a place someone will find you, that is. I’m sure you have heard the joke that the best place to hide a dead body is on…

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