James Murgatroyd

In 2026, marketing attribution is no longer optional—it is foundational. With paid media costs rising, organic search becoming more competitive, and AI-driven platforms changing how users discover brands, understanding exactly where your traffic and conversions come from is critical. That is where UTM tags still play a central role. Despite being over a decade old, […]

As 2025 comes to a close, SEO professionals are reflecting on the final core update of the year and what it signals for the future. Google rolled out the December 2025 Core Update on December 11, marking the third broad core update of the year, following those in March and June. In this blog post, we’ll break

Choosing where to host your website is one of the most important early business decisions you’ll make online. For Canadian businesses, especially those running WordPress or e-commerce websites, understanding hosting costs in Canada you setting realistic budgets and choosing a provider that delivers reliability, performance, and security. This guide explains what goes into the cost of web

When it comes to website optimization, the smallest words can have the biggest impact. In conversion copywriting, one subtle tweak — changing “Claim Your Offer” to “Claim My Offer” — can increase clicks by up to 25%, according to studies from Unbounce and HubSpot. This isn’t magic. It’s behavioral science at work. Let’s explore why

Let’s be honest—most businesses don’t have a traffic problem.They have a website problem. We see it all the time: businesses spending thousands on Google Ads, Facebook campaigns, or boosted posts, only to wonder why the phone isn’t ringing. Here’s why: Yes, we’ve seen businesses pay to rank for their own business name. That’s like buying

Staying ahead of Google’s frequent algorithm changes is essential for maintaining search visibility. As of June 2025, several key updates are shaping how websites are ranked. This article breaks down the most important changes and offers clear, actionable recommendations to help you adapt your SEO and content strategies. Key Updates Impacting Rankings 1. June 2025

You’ve got a WordPress security plugin installed – great. But if it’s been months since you updated it (or worse, years), your website is more vulnerable than you might think. At Holler Digital, we see this all the time: business owners feeling confident because they’ve checked the “security” box with a plugin. But in reality?

Your donation page is more than just a form, it’s the moment of truth. A cluttered, slow, or confusing experience can turn generosity into hesitation. These 7 proven tips will help you simplify, streamline, and supercharge your donation page to raise more for your cause. At Holler Digital, we’ve seen firsthand how powerful a well-optimized

You worked hard to funnel people to your website so don’t send them straight back to the distraction zone.   Placing social media links in your website header might seem like a smart web design move to boost visibility, but it’s actually like hanging a giant, flashing exit sign at the top of every page.

$5,000 might sound like a lot—or not nearly enough—depending on your past experiences with web design. Some folks expect the Mona Lisa with built-in AI chat, others expect a website that loads faster than light. But for most growing businesses, $5K hits the sweet spot between DIY and enterprise. So… what does a $5K website

If you’re waiting until after your website is built to think about SEO, you’re already behind. At Holler Digital, we don’t treat SEO as an afterthought, it’s an essential part of the foundation. That means before a single pixel is designed or a line of code is written, we’re already laying the groundwork for visibility,

“How much does a website cost?” It’s probably the first question we’re asked—and fair enough. Whether you’re launching a brand-new business or refreshing your online presence, knowing what to budget for a website is key to making smart, strategic decisions. The short answer? It depends. Websites, like most business tools, don’t come in one-size-fits-all pricing.

When it comes to designing a website, one of the biggest challenges isn’t writing code or crafting copy, it’s understanding your visual taste. That’s where our 20-Second Gut Test comes in. This short but powerful design exercise is part of our UI design process, and it’s surprisingly effective. It helps us quickly capture your aesthetic

Most websites don’t fail because of poor design. They fail because too much is unclear — who the site is for, what matters most, and what someone should do next. That’s why our approach to website design starts long before visuals or development. We focus first on clarity: aligning strategy, structure, and execution so every