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March 3, 2023

How to embed Bandcamp shortcodes in a self hosted WordPress site (without Jetpack)

Having just developed a new site for Jackson Williams band, it wasn't long before an issue arose that needed to be looked into and figured out.Being a band, they release music through Bandcamp, … Read more about How to embed Bandcamp shortcodes in a self hosted WordPress site (without Jetpack)

JWsongs.co.uk

February 20, 2023

New site for Jackson Williams band, and my first site using GeneratePress

We're delighted to have worked with the North Wales based band Jackson Williams to develop a new website for them to tell the world about their lovely brand of original folk and Americana.They … Read more about New site for Jackson Williams band, and my first site using GeneratePress

March 29, 2020

My digital response to the Coronavirus crisis

The Coronavirus COVID-19 crisis has changed our world, there's no doubt about that.Those of us who are fortunate enough to be able to work from home are in a lucky position. With the savings in … Read more about My digital response to the Coronavirus crisis

how to fix mixed content issues

September 5, 2018

How to fix “mixed content” errors after switching to https, with Interconnectit’s database search and replace tool.

A guide to fix "mixed content" errors using Interconnectit's search and replace tool on your database. … Read more about How to fix “mixed content” errors after switching to https, with Interconnectit’s database search and replace tool.

August 27, 2018

Using Toolset to make a WordPress Testimonials plugin

Discover how you can make a complete Wordpress testimonials system for your website, using Toolset. No coding knowledge required! … Read more about Using Toolset to make a WordPress Testimonials plugin

May 1, 2018

How to add a GDPR consent checkbox to your ConvertKit Form.

GDPR has the whole online world in a bit of a spin right now. With many bloggers and businesses reliant on third party tools and services for their marketing, the companies that provide those tools … Read more about How to add a GDPR consent checkbox to your ConvertKit Form.

hide add media buttons

April 26, 2018

How to remove media buttons from the wordpress editor for specific custom post types

Want to remove the Add Media button from the WordPress post editor screen, but only for specific custom post types? … Read more about How to remove media buttons from the wordpress editor for specific custom post types

stop paying for instagram bots

February 8, 2018

Stop paying for instagram bots!

There are many services available that will boost your instagram following, but they charge hefty monthly fees. Stop paying them and do it yourself!When I first became aware of instagram bots and … Read more about Stop paying for instagram bots!

February 3, 2018

The complete instabot setup guide

Instabot is an amazing, free python script for semi-automating activities on your instagram account. Many people struggle to set it up, so I wrote a complete guide! InstaBot setup guide - suitable … Read more about The complete instabot setup guide

December 16, 2017

How I used Convertkit to replace both LeadPages AND Mailchimp 

I recently jumped on board the ConvertKit train, for many reasons, with one being to cut costs.Like many other bloggers, I'd been using Mailchimp but found it frustrating to use. I liked the idea … Read more about How I used Convertkit to replace both LeadPages AND Mailchimp 

December 4, 2017

How to use isotope to filter custom post types using Toolset (Types and Views)

Toolset is a wonderful way to build customised websites and develop your Wordpress site beyond a basic level. Add fancy filtering with isotope. This tutorial shows you how. … Read more about How to use isotope to filter custom post types using Toolset (Types and Views)

Translate wordpress like a pro

August 17, 2017

How to translate WordPress like a Pro

If you have a bilingual or multilingual audience, you'll want to know how to translate WordPress properly. … Read more about How to translate WordPress like a Pro

North Wales Collaborative

August 17, 2017

New site launch: North Wales Social Care and Well-being Improvement Collaborative 

The North Wales Social Care and Well-being Improvement Collaborative (let's call it NWSCWIC for the sake of my fingers) is a fabulous new agency to support the implementation of the Social Services … Read more about New site launch: North Wales Social Care and Well-being Improvement Collaborative 

Envira Gallery

June 2, 2017

Envira gallery not working in Internet Explorer? 

I absolutely love the [bl id="2769"]Envira Gallery system[/bl] but just recently I noticed that one of my video galleries didn't work very well on Internet Explorer, on one of my sites. Here's the … Read more about Envira gallery not working in Internet Explorer? 

March 20, 2017

InstaEasy – get more followers on Instagram FAST!

Instaeasy is the fastest and easiest way to get more followers on Instagram on complete autopilot.  … Read more about InstaEasy – get more followers on Instagram FAST!

February 7, 2017

How to display a domain per language in a bilingual site

Here's how to make a bilingual site look and feel like two separate, complete sites each with their own proper permalink structure showing a distinct domain per language. … Read more about How to display a domain per language in a bilingual site

January 13, 2017

Do full screen pop ups lead to more email subscribers?

I recently shared some findings regarding a simple tweak I made to a pop up form, that yielded massive results. … Read more about Do full screen pop ups lead to more email subscribers?

December 24, 2016

Quick and easy social media images for Christmas, with Stencil

Need half a dozen eye-catching Christmas social media images in less than 5 minutes? Here's exactly how I did it for a local charity group I support.  … Read more about Quick and easy social media images for Christmas, with Stencil

November 28, 2016

Boost your ConvertKit opt-ins with one incredibly simple change.

I was so surprised by the results of this experiment that I thought it was worth writing up to share. One simple tweak can bring you THREE times as many email sign ups. Read on... … Read more about Boost your ConvertKit opt-ins with one incredibly simple change.

October 21, 2016

Power up ConvertKit with ConvertPro

Having recently moved over to using ConvertKit for one of my mailing lists, I discovered this fantastic tool for turbo charging the ConvertKit experience. … Read more about Power up ConvertKit with ConvertPro

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