If you run a small business in Swindon, being found by people nearby isn’t a nice-to-have — it’s the difference between an empty diary and a steady stream of enquiries. Local SEO helps your business show up when someone searches “near me” or “in Swindon”, especially in the Google Map Pack. At O’Brien Media, we design, build, host, and support websites that don’t just look the...
One of the biggest frustrations we hear from new clients is that they can’t update their websites without waiting on a developer – or worse, paying every time they want to make a tiny change. That’s where Elementor comes in. It’s a game-changer for business owners who want more control over their online presence without needing to write a single line of code. What is Elementor? Elementor...
For years, hashtags were the go-to tactic for growing reach on Instagram. From #ThrowbackThursday to #InstaGood, businesses and creators relied on them to get their content seen by more people. But in 2025, the landscape has shifted. Hashtags aren’t driving discovery in the way they once did. Instead, Instagram has become more like a search engine — one that rewards well-optimised content,...
If you are experiencing problems sending email from an iOS device (iPhone, iPad, etc) with an error headed "Cannot Send Email" and error message of " is not a valid email address and has been rejected by the server. The message has been placed in your Outbox." then you may need to set up SMTP Authentication, to log into your email account before sending emails. Please see our support article...
SMTP authentication is essential for securing your outgoing email and ensuring it is delivered successfully. Most modern email clients support SMTP authentication, and it's a necessary step for sending emails via mail.obrienmedia.co.uk. What is SMTP Authentication? SMTP authentication (or SMTP AUTH) is a process that email clients use to log in to an SMTP server before sending emails. It helps to...
Your website going offline isn’t just an inconvenience – it can cost you leads, sales, and customer trust. Whether you run an eCommerce store or a brochure site, unexpected downtime can damage your reputation and leave you scrambling to get back online. That’s why at O’Brien Media, we focus on prevention – not just fixing issues, but making sure they don’t happen in the first place....
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Based in our Old Town, Swindon, office, Chris oversees all website design and website development projects as well as ensuring our customers receive an excellent level of support.
