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Small Business Website Basics: What to Add Before Telling Anyone Your URL

After managing multiple static websites across different platforms - from WordPress to my current favorite, Publii - I've learned that certain fundamental elements are non-negotiable regardless of which content management system (CMS) you choose. This checklist ensures your website is discoverable, measurable, and user-friendly from day one.

Free SSL Certificate & Free Domain Name

Free SSL Certificate & Free Domain Name

Back when I was a broke college student (2007-2013), hosting my projects online always felt like a compromise. I didn’t have the budget for custom domains or SSL certificates, so I had to rely on whatever came bundled with shared hosting providers — usually some clunky subdomain paired with a self-signed SSL certificate — definitely didn’t feel professional.