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O’Brien Media, the Go-To Agency for WordPress in Swindon

Jenny O'Brien January 27, 2025 0 Comments
In the competitive world of digital marketing and website design, choosing the right partner to bring your vision to life can make all the difference. If you're based in Swindon or the wider Wiltshire area and looking for expert WordPress services, O’Brien Media is here to help. With years of experience, a passionate team, and a customer-focused approach, we’ve established ourselves as the...
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Wix and Squarespace vs Bespoke WordPress: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Chris Grant (he/him) January 25, 2025 0 Comments
When it comes to building a website, small businesses often face the choice between a platform like WordPress and website builders such as Wix or Squarespace. While all three can help you create a functional website, a bespoke WordPress website offers unmatched flexibility, scalability, and professionalism—making it the superior choice for many small businesses. Let’s explore why a...
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Why WordPress is a Great Choice for Small Business Websites in 2025

Jenny O'Brien January 24, 2025 0 Comments
When choosing a platform to build your small business website, it’s important to find one that’s flexible, cost-effective, and easy to use. WordPress is one of the world’s most popular website-building platforms, and for good reason. With its powerful features and user-friendly design, WordPress offers everything a small business needs to create a professional online presence. Let’s take...
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WooCommerce 9.6: Powerful Updates to Grow Your Small Business

Chris Grant (he/him) January 22, 2025 0 Comments
Running an online store as a small business owner means managing everything from product listings to customer experiences. WooCommerce 9.6 is here to lighten the load with a host of updates designed to improve your store’s functionality and make your life easier. Let’s dive into the details and see how these updates can help your business thrive. 1. Smarter, Faster Product Filters Imagine...
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How Custom Landing Pages Can Transform Your Business in 2025

Chris Grant (he/him) December 23, 2024 0 Comments
In today’s digital landscape, having a strong online presence is no longer optional—it’s essential. But when it comes to running effective marketing campaigns, driving leads, or promoting specific services, one element often gets overlooked: the landing page. While websites are fantastic for giving a comprehensive view of your business, landing pages have a unique role to play. They’re...
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Custom Links Pages: A Simple, Stylish Solution for Your Social Media Marketing

Andrei Ghimpu December 15, 2024 0 Comments
Social media is all about making connections—whether it’s engaging with your followers, driving traffic to your website, or promoting products and services. But here’s a challenge most businesses face: how do you share multiple links with your audience when most social platforms only allow you to include a single link in your bio? This is where Custom Links Pages from O’Brien Media come...
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Why a Business Website Makes the Perfect Gift for a Budding Entrepreneur

Jenny O'Brien December 14, 2024 0 Comments
The New Year is often a time for fresh starts, big plans, and bold ambitions—especially for those dreaming of launching their own business. If someone close to you is planning to start a business in 2025, why not give them a gift that could set them up for success? A professionally designed business website is the perfect gift to help a friend or relative hit the ground running, and at...
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Choosing a Local Web Design Agency for Your Business

Chris Grant (he/him) December 13, 2024 0 Comments
When it comes to creating or redesigning a website for your business, choosing the right web design agency is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. With so many options available—ranging from large national agencies to small independent ones—it can be difficult to know where to start. One key consideration that many businesses overlook is the value of working with a local web...
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Stay Secure and Up-to-Date: WooCommerce 9.4.3 and 9.3.4 Are Here!

Chris Grant (he/him) December 04, 2024 0 Comments
If your website runs on WooCommerce, there's exciting news – the latest updates, WooCommerce 9.4.3 and 9.3.4, have just been released. These updates include crucial security fixes and enhancements to improve performance and protect your online store. At O’Brien Media, we always keep an eye on these updates to ensure your website stays secure, functional, and up to speed. If you’re one of...
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The Shift from ACF to SCF: What It Means for WordPress Users

Jenny O'Brien November 29, 2024 0 Comments
WordPress is a platform beloved by millions of users and developers for its flexibility, extensibility, and commitment to the open-source community. However, recent changes involving one of the most widely-used plugins, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), have sparked debate and a significant response from developers around the world. The controversy has not only led to questions about the practices of...
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