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Website Tips for small businesses.

Straight-talking guides on websites, Google, social media and video for South African small businesses. No jargon, just what actually works.

RERobin ElliottFounder, Wonder Studio
Who Owns Your Website? What to Check Before You Sign
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Who Owns Your Website? What to Check Before You Sign

Who owns your domain, design and content? What small businesses should check about website ownership before signing up with a web designer.

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What to Write on Your Business Homepage (With Examples)
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What to Write on Your Business Homepage (With Examples)

A simple formula for writing a small business homepage that turns visitors into enquiries, with example headlines and sections.

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Why Does My Website Say “Not Secure”? SSL Explained
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Why Does My Website Say “Not Secure”? SSL Explained

What the “Not secure” warning means, what an SSL certificate is, why it matters for trust and Google, and how to fix it.

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How to Choose a Web Designer in South Africa: 12 Questions to Ask
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How to Choose a Web Designer in South Africa: 12 Questions to Ask

Twelve practical questions to ask before hiring a web designer in South Africa, from costs and ownership to domains, changes and support.

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Why You Should See Your Website Before You Pay a Web Designer
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Why You Should See Your Website Before You Pay a Web Designer

Why small businesses should ask to see a design before paying for a website, what a good preview includes, and how it protects you.

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POPIA and Your Business Website: A Plain-Language Guide
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POPIA and Your Business Website: A Plain-Language Guide

What South African small businesses should know about POPIA and their website: privacy policies, contact forms, cookies and marketing consent.

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Does Load Shedding Affect My Website?
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Does Load Shedding Affect My Website?

Will your website go offline during load shedding? How website hosting works, why your site usually stays online, and what does matter.

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What Is Web Hosting, and Does My Small Business Need It?
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What Is Web Hosting, and Does My Small Business Need It?

Web hosting explained simply: what it is, why every website needs it, the types of hosting and what small businesses should look for.

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How to Transfer Your .co.za Domain to a New Provider
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How to Transfer Your .co.za Domain to a New Provider

Moving your .co.za domain to a new host or web designer? A plain-language guide to transferring a domain safely without losing your website or email.

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How Much Does a .co.za Domain Cost in South Africa?
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How Much Does a .co.za Domain Cost in South Africa?

What a .co.za domain costs, what affects the price, renewal fees and hidden extras to watch for when registering a domain in South Africa.

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How to Register a .co.za Domain Name (Step by Step)
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How to Register a .co.za Domain Name (Step by Step)

A simple step-by-step guide to choosing and registering a .co.za domain for your South African business, plus mistakes to avoid.

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What Is a Free Website Preview and How Does It Work?
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What Is a Free Website Preview and How Does It Work?

How Wonder Studio’s free homepage preview works: what you send, what you get, how long it takes and what happens next. No card, no obligation.

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How to Take Great Photos for Your Business Website (With Just Your Phone)
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How to Take Great Photos for Your Business Website (With Just Your Phone)

Simple tips for taking professional-looking photos of your work, team and products with your phone, ready for your business website.

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10 Signs Your Business Website Is Costing You Customers
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10 Signs Your Business Website Is Costing You Customers

Is your website quietly sending customers away? Ten common warning signs, and what to do about each, for South African small businesses.

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Website Builder vs Done-For-You Website: Which Is Right for Your Business?
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Website Builder vs Done-For-You Website: Which Is Right for Your Business?

Website builder or a done-for-you website? Compare cost, time, quality and ongoing work to decide what suits your South African small business.

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How Long Does It Take to Build a Website? The Process Explained
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How Long Does It Take to Build a Website? The Process Explained

How long a website takes depends on its size and one thing most business owners do not expect. Here is the process, step by step.

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.co.za vs .com: Which Domain Should a South African Business Choose?
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.co.za vs .com: Which Domain Should a South African Business Choose?

Should your South African business use .co.za or .com? Here is how to choose, and when it makes sense to register both.

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Why Your Business Needs a Professional Email Address
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Why Your Business Needs a Professional Email Address

Still using a free email address for your business? Here is why an address like info@yourbusiness.co.za makes a real difference.

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What Should a Small Business Website Include? A Simple Checklist
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What Should a Small Business Website Include? A Simple Checklist

A practical checklist of the pages and features every small business website needs to turn visitors into enquiries.

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Do I Need a Website If I Already Have a Facebook Page?
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Do I Need a Website If I Already Have a Facebook Page?

Facebook and Instagram are great for reaching people, but relying on them alone can cost you customers. Here is why a website still matters.

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Monthly Website Plan vs Once-Off Build: Which Is Better for a Small Business?
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Monthly Website Plan vs Once-Off Build: Which Is Better for a Small Business?

Paying monthly or paying once? We compare cost, cash flow, maintenance and ownership so you can decide which website option suits your business.

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How Much Does a Website Cost in South Africa in 2026?
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How Much Does a Website Cost in South Africa in 2026?

From DIY builders to agencies and monthly plans, here is what a small business website really costs in South Africa, and the hidden extras to watch out for.

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