Most websites have a favicon, but many don’t set it up. Here’s what it is, why it matters, and how to check yours in under a minute.

What is a 404 page (and do I need one)? What is a 404 page? A 404 page is what shows up when something goes wrong on your website. Usually when: a link is broken a page was moved or renamed or someone typed in the wrong URL Instead of landing on a real page, they get a “not found” message. Do you actually need one? Yes, but not in a complicated way. Without a 404 page, people hit a dead end. And most won’t try again. They’ll just leave. What does a 404 page actually do? It gi

Seeing page URLs like “/new-page-1” instead of your actual page name? Here’s why it happens and what it means.

Something feels off and you're not sure why. Before you redo everything or call for help, run through these five checks first. Most website not working problems are simpler than they look.

A very common DIY website moment: your site is live, but Google still hasn’t caught up yet. Why Can’t I Find My Website on Google If My Site Is Published? Someone launches their website. The pages are finished. The photos are added. The site is published. Then they open Google and search for it. And nothing shows up. The first thought is usually: “Something must be broken.” Most of the time, it isn’t. This is one of the most common questions people ask after launching a DIY w

When a website begins feeling confusing or unfinished, it’s easy to assume the solution is starting over. But most websites don’t actually need to be rebuilt.

Sometimes a website technically works… but something still feels unfinished. This post looks at why that happens and why many websites simply need a closer look rather than a full rebuild.