Website Design and Development Agreement

Summary We’ll always do our best to fulfil your needs and meet your expectations, but it’s important to have things written down so that we both know what’s what, who should do what and when, and what will happen if something goes wrong. In this contract you won’t find any complicated legal terms or long passages of unreadable text. We’ve no desire to trick you into signing something...
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Google’s 2025 Core Algorithm Update: SEO Strategies to Stay on Top

Google’s March 2025 Core Algorithm Update: What You Need to Know Google has officially started rolling out its March 2025 Core Algorithm Update, and website owners, digital marketers, and SEO professionals are already seeing significant changes in search rankings. This latest update focuses on improving search quality, reducing low-quality content, and refining Google's ability to understand...
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Never Redirect 404 Errors to Your Homepage Do This Instead)

Why Your Website’s 404 Page Matters & Why You Shouldn’t Redirect to the Homepage Understanding the 404 Error A 404 error page is what visitors see when they try to access a webpage that doesn’t exist. This could be due to: A mistyped URL A deleted or moved page A broken link from another website A well-designed 404 page can be a small but powerful part of your website, helping to...
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Completing a Know Your Customer Check for O’Brien Media

Verify Your Identity with Confidence At O’Brien Media, we prioritise security and compliance to ensure a safe and seamless experience for all our customers. As part of our commitment to protecting your data and preventing fraud, we require a quick Know Your Customer (KYC) verification.Our verification process is powered by Stripe’s industry-leading security, ensuring your personal information...
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Thanks for completing the Know Your Customer Check

Thank You! Your Verification is Complete 🎉 Thank you for completing your Know Your Customer (KYC) verification. Your identity has been successfully verified, and you’re all set to continue using our services with confidence. At O'Brien Media, we take security and compliance seriously, ensuring a safe and seamless experience for all our customers. If you have any questions or need further...
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Why Every Tradesperson in Swindon Needs a Website in 2025

In today’s digital world, having a website is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity, even for tradespeople. Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, builder, or decorator in Swindon, having a professional online presence can make all the difference in securing more clients and growing your business. Why is a Website Essential for Tradespeople? Increased Visibility and Credibility When...
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New for 2025: QR Codes for Google Business Profile Review

Google has rolled out a new feature for Google Business Profiles that makes it easier to collect customer reviews. You can now generate custom QR codes that, when scanned, direct customers straight to your business’s review page. You can now create easy-to-scan QR codes that take customers directly to your GBP, encouraging them to leave more reviews. On your desktop, go to your Business...
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Why Your Business Needs a Google Business Profile

And How a Google Business Profile Helps You Get Found In today’s digital world, if your business isn’t on Google, does it even exist? While that might sound dramatic, the reality is that most customers turn to Google first when searching for products or services near them. That’s where Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) comes in. This free tool from Google is one of the...
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Why Icon-Only Design is Failing Users – And What to Do Instead

Icons have long been a staple of web and app design, providing quick visual cues to help users navigate interfaces with ease. But in recent years, there’s been a growing trend of removing text labels altogether, leaving users to decipher an array of symbols with no explanation. The result? Confusion, frustration, and a poor user experience. At O’Brien Media, we believe that web design should...
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Beware of QR Code Scams: How to Stay Safe

QR codes have become an essential part of our everyday lives. From scanning menus at restaurants to making payments or logging into apps, they offer a quick and convenient way to access information. However, with the increasing reliance on QR codes, cybercriminals have found ways to exploit them for scams, fraud, and malware distribution. In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the dangers of...
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