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AI, .AU, and Website Hosting
At the risk of sounding like a broken record, if you have not already done so please register and lock down the .au variation of your domain name.
At the risk of sounding like a broken record, if you have not already done so please register and lock down the .au variation of your domain name. In stark contrast to .com.au domains, anybody ca...
Reserve Your .au Domain
.au Domain names are shorter, simpler domain names and available as a new option for Australian Internet users. This is not a promotional offer, and it is not something you should ignore if you wish to protect your business identity.
The quick and dirty is that come September the auDA (.au Domain Administration) will open registrations for .au domain names to the general public. Why Should I Reserve a .au Domain? If there is ...
Bitwarden Password Management
Drive collaboration, boost productivity, and experience the power of open source with Bitwarden, the easiest way to secure all your passwords and sensitive information.
In today's digital world, password management has become an essential task for individuals and businesses alike. With an increasing number of online accounts, keeping track of different passwo...
Rounded
In our quest for a suitable billing platform, we have tried several software programs, including Freshbooks, MYOB, Quickbooks, and Wave. However, we recently discovered Rounded, an Australian-built invoicing platform that has been a game-changer.
As a small business owner, finding the right accounting software can be a daunting task. There are numerous options available, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. In our quest for a suitabl...
Proton
Proton replaced Google Workspace in our office around August 2020. We use ProtonMail for secure email communications from custom domains, ProtonDrive for end-to-end encrypted cloud storage, and ProtonVPN to test website geolocation functions.
In recent years, concerns about online privacy and data security have become increasingly prevalent. As a result, many individuals and businesses are seeking alternative solutions for email and sto...
Todoist
We switched to Todoist from Trello in mid-2021. Whilst already using Todoist for simple daily/weekly/monthly tasks, we decided to give it a spin for project management and collaborating with remote team members.
Managing tasks can be overwhelming, especially when working on complex projects with multiple team members. In recent years, task management apps like Todoist have gained popularity due to their ...
Google Search Console
Similar to it’s Bing counterparts, we utilise these Google search tools to manage our search engine data in Google and identify areas of issue or improvement.
In today's digital age, having a strong online presence is essential for any business. With so many websites vying for attention, it can be challenging to ensure that your site stands out. Thi...
Bing Webmaster Tools
One of the tools we don’t have much of an option in using, as a website owner you need to utilise these systems to identify issues with crawling, and submit URLs for indexing in the Bing search engine.
Bing Webmaster Tools and Bing Places for Business are powerful tools that can help website owners improve their online presence and reach a wider audience. In this blog post, we will explore ho...
Meta Tags
Great website that makes it quick and easy to identify your current website meta tags, and generate new ones. You can edit and experiment with your content then preview how your webpage will look on Google, Facebook, Twitter and more social networks.
Meta tags are a crucial component of website development and search engine optimisation. They provide information about the website to search engines and social media platforms, helping them unders...
Wincher
Analytics do not track keyword ranking (SERP) so we need an additional application to monitor how your website is performing in organic search engine rankings. We switched from Nightwatch to Wincher in February 2022.
If you're running a website, then you already know the importance of tracking your keyword ranking (SERP) and staying ahead of your competition. Fortunately, there are many great applications ...