Why I Still Choose Craft CMS
After more than two decades of working with content management systems—from the early days of MODx and WordPress to discovering ExpressionEngine and beyond—I keep returning to Craft CMS for my client…
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Quickly Check Your Website Speed Like a Pro
Want to know if your website is secretly driving visitors away? With just a few free tools and simple checks, you can quickly test your site’s speed and performance—without hiring a developer. In…
Read MoreAligning with Craft CMS Support Versions
Block 81 follows a support policy based on Craft CMS's official version timeline. This ensures your site stays secure, compatible, and maintainable while following industry best practices.
Read MoreHow Lazy Loading YouTube Videos Boosted Mobile Performance by 39%
YouTube embeds hide a performance secret: they load Google Fonts and JavaScript on every page load, even when users never watch the videos. On a recent client project with multiple video embeds, this…
Read MoreWhy Your Website Security Needs More Than a Good Hiding Spot
Think your small business website is safe because you're "flying under the radar"? Modern web attacks are automated, and attackers aren't after your customer data. Learn why "security by obscurity"…
Read MoreWebsite Audit Insights for Maximum Business Impact
Most business websites have hidden issues that prevent them from reaching their full potential, quietly turning away visitors who might otherwise become customers. A comprehensive website audit…
Read MoreWhy Most Websites Don’t Actually Need Cookie Consent Banners
Most small business websites don't actually need those annoying cookie consent banners that interrupt the user experience. The real culprit isn't privacy laws—it's the surveillance-heavy tracking…
Read MoreSimple Password Protection for Craft CMS 5 Pages (No Plugin Required)
Simple password protection for individual Craft CMS 5 pages using native session management—no plugins required. Perfect for keeping casual visitors out of exclusive content while giving content…
Read MoreWhy Your Website’s Technical Performance Matters
Your website's technical performance directly impacts your bottom line—slow loading sites lose potential clients in seconds and hurt search rankings. Learn why technical performance is the invisible…
Read MoreSEO for AI: How to Optimize Your Content for Generative Search Engines
The rise of AI-powered search tools is transforming SEO, not killing it. Learn the differences between AEO, AIO, and GEO optimization strategies and discover how to adapt your content for both…
Read MoreWeb Accessibility: The Business Decision That's Easier Than You Think
Making your website accessible isn't just about compliance—it's about expanding your market reach. With 26% of adults living with disabilities, accessibility barriers are costing you qualified…
Read MoreWill AI Kill SEO? Why It Actually Strengthens It Instead
The "AI will kill SEO" narrative is everywhere, but AI systems still rely on search engines and well-optimized content to provide answers. Instead of killing SEO, AI is transforming it and creating…
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