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Your website is like a shop that never closes. But skip its upkeep, and it could start turning customers away. Website maintenance isn’t optional; here's why.
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Adding video to your website isn’t just nice to have – it’s one of the fastest ways to boost engagement and conversions. Here’s how it works (and how we can help).
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Two people sit at a table with a notebook, pen, laptop, yellow pouch, sunglasses, and a smartphone. One person is writing while the other gestures animatedly about their dog who playfully bites at the air during walks.
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11th November 2025
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3 min read

Demystifying our web design process

We don’t do ‘just get it live’. Our web design process is structured, strategic and collaborative – from discovery to delivery, here’s what to expect.
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Two people sit at a table with a notebook, pen, laptop, yellow pouch, sunglasses, and a smartphone. One person is writing while the other gestures animatedly about their dog who playfully bites at the air during walks.
A vibrant group of people in colorful costumes, featuring a lobster and a fish, chat animatedly outdoors as excitement buzzes for the upcoming Dragon Boat Race.
Charities juggle tight budgets and big goals. Every penny and volunteer hour counts. Learn how an effective website can be your unsung hero: boosting donations, increasing visibility, and building lasting trust in your mission.
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A vibrant group of people in colorful costumes, featuring a lobster and a fish, chat animatedly outdoors as excitement buzzes for the upcoming Dragon Boat Race.
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28th October 2025
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3 min read

Why bespoke web design beats templates

Templates can be tempting, but if you want a website that’s fast, flexible and built to convert, bespoke web design is the smarter choice. Here’s why.
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A person in a dimly lit room sits at a wooden table, focused on a laptop screen. An open book is nearby, and a window shows blurred lights outside. | Rubber Duckers
Website hacks cost businesses sales and reputation. Here’s why layered WordPress security — from virtual patching to WAFs — is the smarter solution.
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Fast sites win customers and Google rankings. Here’s why performance is about more than load time — and how to make your site genuinely fast and friendly.
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25th September 2025
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5 min read

DIY website vs professional design

DIY websites can only take you so far. Here’s why your future self will thank you for choosing a professionally designed site that converts.
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A WordPress site is like your hardest-working team member — but only if you keep it healthy. Here’s why maintenance is about more than updates.
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Does your website feel more like a placeholder than a business asset? Here’s how to tell if it’s “just built” — and why your business deserves better.
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Discover how video-first content is revolutionising social media marketing. Learn key trends, strategies, and tips for creating engaging videos.
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A man is using a video camera to record a video for video production.
A man sits in a chair in a photography studio with artificial lighting equipment, a plant, and a lamp in the background. He is wearing a dark blazer and black pants.
Discover the pros and cons of natural vs. artificial light in photography and learn practical tips to enhance your images.
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A man sits in a chair in a photography studio with artificial lighting equipment, a plant, and a lamp in the background. He is wearing a dark blazer and black pants.
Colorful alphabet letters A to Z, each uniquely designed with varying patterns, textures, and decorations, perfect for adding flair to typography in web design projects.
Discover how typography shapes your website’s identity. Learn to choose fonts that enhance tone, readability, and user experience.
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Colorful alphabet letters A to Z, each uniquely designed with varying patterns, textures, and decorations, perfect for adding flair to typography in web design projects.
Sitting on stacked hay bales under a spacious shed, Jay Chapman works diligently on a yellow laptop. Nearby, a red machine and black storage case create the perfect rustic backdrop for his productivity. | Rubber Duckers
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12th December 2023
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7 min read

Jay Chapman: A Year In role

Reflecting on a dynamic first year at Rubber Duckers, Jay, the company's first employee, highlights diverse content projects, skill growth, and valuable mentorship. Jay also offers five tips for newcomers, emphasising learning, asking questions, building relationships, taking initiative, and staying passionate.
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Sitting on stacked hay bales under a spacious shed, Jay Chapman works diligently on a yellow laptop. Nearby, a red machine and black storage case create the perfect rustic backdrop for his productivity. | Rubber Duckers
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Rubber Duckers is thrilled to announce the promotion of Ross Chapman to the position of Sales & Marketing Director.
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A man sitting on a bench with a laptop, working on web design in Hampshire.