Do You Have a Privacy Policy? Here’s Why You Should (and How We Can Help)

Privacy laws are constantly evolving. With new regulations being introduced and existing ones frequently updated, staying compliant can feel like aiming at a moving target. Yet, if your website collects any kind of personal information—like names, email addresses, or payment details—you’re legally obligated to keep up. Here’s what you need to know about Privacy Policies […]

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Don’t Let This Happen to You on Your Holiday Product Launch Day

By James Murgatroyd / Our Studio

If you know me, you know how much I love food. Whether I’m picking up fresh local ingredients or dining in one of Edmonton’s amazing restaurants, food has always been a big part of my life. With the holidays around the corner, I was determined to finally snag the ultimate foodie item of the year:

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Does All Your Content Need to Be an SEO Powerhouse?

By James Murgatroyd / Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Digital Strategy

In the bustling world of digital marketing, SEO (Search Engine Optimization) often takes center stage, and for good reason. It’s the secret sauce that helps your content get noticed in the vast ocean of the internet. But does that mean every single piece of content you create should be laser-focused on SEO? Not quite. While

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What is Elementor and Why Do We Use It at Holler Digital?

By James Murgatroyd / Design

At Holler Digital, we believe in delivering high-quality websites that not only look amazing but also perform exceptionally well. One of the key tools in our web development toolbox is Elementor, a powerful and user-friendly WordPress page builder that helps us achieve just that. What is Elementor? Elementor is a drag-and-drop page builder for WordPress

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When is the Right Time to Launch Your New Website?

By James Murgatroyd / Digital Strategy

Launching a new website is a big deal. It’s like unveiling a digital storefront to the world, showcasing your brand, products, and services. Naturally, you want everything to be perfect. But here’s the truth: there’s no such thing as a perfect website. Waiting for perfection can delay your launch indefinitely and hold back your business.

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Text Justification: Why Left is Right for Inclusivity

By James Murgatroyd / Email Marketing

Imagine losing potential customers simply because your text is hard to read. It sounds dramatic, but it’s true! In our latest blog post, we reveal how something as simple as text justification can make or break your audience’s experience. Dive into the world of accessibility and learn why left-justified text is a game-changer, as per

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Why Website Owners Should Prioritize Performance Over Pretty Pixels

By James Murgatroyd / Digital Strategy

In a world where attention spans are shorter than a TikTok video, a website’s performance is paramount. While it might be tempting to invest heavily in visually stunning designs, many businesses overlook one critical detail: ensuring their digital storefront is engineered to run smoothly and optimized for search engines. After all, a shiny website with

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.com vs .ca Which one to choose for your business website?

By James Murgatroyd / Design

When it comes to choosing the right domain extension for your business website, the decision between a .com and a .ca domain can be crucial. Both options carry implications for your brand’s online presence, search engine optimization (SEO), and customer perception. This article aims to provide an in-depth comparison of the .com and .ca domain

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Securing Your Emails: Why It Matters More Than Ever

By James Murgatroyd / Email Marketing

In our digital world, emails are like the air we breathe in our online lives – essential for personal chats and business deals. But just as pollution can spoil the air, cyber threats like phishing and scams can taint our email conversations. That’s where DMARC comes in, acting like a high-tech air filter for our

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Edmonton Web Designers Spotify Playlists

3 Playlists for Web Designers

By James Murgatroyd / Our Studio

1 Better Days Disco and Funk. Awesome playlist from Blair Junior with some classic disco and funk cuts. 2. Martin Freeman and Eddie Piller A sweet selection of jazz from the UK and around the globe. 3 Spaceship Vibes This is my own collection of tunes thats i’ve enjoyed working to over the last few

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Code: Forcing Links In A New Tab

By James Murgatroyd / Design

I’m often asked to make sure all external links open in a new browser window/tab. It’s our clients way of telling users you’re going to do what ever i want you to do. Of course we explain to them why this practice is considered bad for usability as it allows the website to take control

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Crafting The Perfect Design Brief: Why Tighter Is Always Better

The Perfect Design Brief: Why Tighter is Better

By James Murgatroyd / Design

A design brief that’s tighter than your favorite pair of skinny jeans is your ticket to success. It’s gotta shout your goals, expectations loud and clear.

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Why Having A Plan Before You Build Anything Is Essential

The Essential Plan: The Importance of Discovery

By James Murgatroyd / Design, Digital Strategy, Our Studio

Imagine you’re about to build your dream house. You have the perfect location, a vision of what your dream home should look like, and a desire to create a space that perfectly suits your needs and desires. Before you dive into construction headfirst, there’s a crucial step you must take: project discovery. In the world

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Website Performance Is Vital To A Healthy Website

The ultimate guide to fixing a slow website

By James Murgatroyd / Website Security

A slow website is not only frustrating for users, but it can also lead to lost business. Fortunately, if you identify the problem, there are several steps you can take to fix a slow website. In this guide, we will show you how exactly how to do that. Why is website speed important? Website speed

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4 Ways to Speed Up Your Wordpress Website

By James Murgatroyd / Website Security

If your website loads slowly, you could be missing out on valuable customers and conversions. In this blog post, we will discuss a variety of ways that you can make your site load faster. We’ll also provide tips on how to fix these problems if they arise. Improving your website’s performance is essential to maintaining

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