Abi has worked as a writer, editor, and content marketeer for more than five years. When not glued to her laptop, she whips up calorific baked goods, writes terrible short stories, and searches for new dogs to follow on Instagram.

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Reviews

monday.com

monday.com stands out from the competition with its easy-to-use, attractive interface and powerful, ultra-customizable project management software. It’s not cheap, but if you’re willing to invest in quality, monday.com is worth it.

4.8
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Zoho Forms

Zoho Forms is a neat form builder that packs in some solid features without sacrificing on ease of use. Its free plan gives you access to most of its core features and even lets you accept payments. If you’re a business user, however, you’ll probably need more than the three forms on offer and will need to upgrade.

4.6
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SmugMug

SmugMug claims to be an all-in-one solution for photographers looking to set up an online portfolio and sell their work. For the most part, it does exactly that. Although customization is a bit limited, SmugMug’s monetization options are simple and useful. And SmugMug’s unlimited storage is virtually unmatched at this price point – allowing it to easily stand out from the...

4.5
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Zenfolio

Zenfolio offers a great all-in-one solution for photographers, with clever tools to help you display your photos, get booked for sessions, sell products, and receive payments. However, it's not the most flexible website builder, and if you have a large image bank, you'll probably require more storage space.

4.5
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Acquia

Acquia is a developer-friendly cloud hosting platform specially optimized for Drupal. Their solutions include secure and scalable cloud hosting for Drupal websites, personalization and customer journey orchestration, multi-site management, and digital asset management.

4.3
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Constant Contact Website Builder

If you’re looking for an all-in one website builder at an affordable price tag, Constant Contact has a lot to make you sit up and listen. But limited customization options and comparatively underwhelming features mean that there’s still quite a long way to go before it can really compete with the best website builders of .

4.2
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Blog Posts

6 Best (REALLY FREE) Website Builders for Restaurants in 2024

Nothing is ever free these days, right? Wrong! The website builders on this list are really free. I can guarantee that because I’ve thoroughly tested them all myself. So you don’t have to worry about wasting time and energy putting together a website, only to discover that - oopsie! - there are actually a bunch of hidden fees you need to pay before you go live. In a...

4.4
March 05, 2024
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5 Best Blog Website Builders to Try for FREE in 2024

It's tempting to start a blog on a public platform like Medium, but will this give you the control you want in the long term? Whatever your reason for starting a blog, one thing is for sure: your blogging website should represent you in the right light. That means your blog builder needs plenty of customization options and flexibility to keep up as your blog develops -...

4.8
March 03, 2024
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8 Best (Cheap) Website Builders for Small Businesses in 2024

Building a website for your small business can seem overwhelming, especially when there’s so many platforms to choose from. But the good news is: I’ve tested all of these platforms, and I’m here to make your life easier. It goes without saying that you want your site to look good, but you also need plenty of customization options to make sure it matches your brand. And...

5.0
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Medium vs. WordPress – Which One Is Actually Better? [2024]

Blogging is considered a cornerstone of content marketing and is practiced by millions of individuals and businesses worldwide. If you’re thinking of starting a personal or professional blog - or are just looking to syndicate (republish) content to provide fresh posts to your readers, grow your brand, or reach a larger audience - two of the most popular options you’ll have...

4.7
November 20, 2023
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7 Best Website Templates for Musicians and Bands in 2024

No matter whether you’re an independent artist trying to attract new listeners or an up-and-coming band with a dedicated following, having the right website theme is essential. Think of it as the cover jacket on your next album. You don’t want to start building your website with a certain theme only to discover - oops! - you can’t customize it properly, it’s not...

5.0
October 18, 2023
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How Much Does It Cost to Build a Website in 2024? Not a Lot!

When hiring a professional web designer can cost anywhere from $5 to $10,000 for a single site, does the old saying “you get what you pay for” really hold water? In short, not really. The truth is - despite what some people on the internet will tell you - it’s perfectly possible to get a good website up and running without breaking the bank. You can even do it for free...

5.0
October 18, 2023
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Zyro vs Wix: Why Users Like Wix More [2024]

Can a simple website builder like Zyro compete with a giant like Wix? Well, it’s actually not as clear-cut as you might think. That’s because Zyro recently revamped its builder and added a bunch of shiny new features. It’s now got a decent selection of good-looking templates, some neat AI tools, solid e-commerce features, and a very reasonable pricing structure - more than...

5.0
October 18, 2023
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GoDaddy Website Builder Pricing: Avoid Hidden Costs [2024]

A word of advice: The GoDaddy website builder has plenty of good features, but it comes with a ton of hidden costs. The advertised prices go up significantly after the first year, and none of the plans include a custom domain.  If you’re looking for a builder that offers everything great about GoDaddy – and one where you know what you’re paying for – I recommend...

4.0
October 18, 2023
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How to Start an Online Boutique: Step-by-Step Guide [2024]

When I built my first boutique website, I’ll admit, it took me forever. I was so overwhelmed by all the different steps and important choices, I didn’t know where to start. I had no direction. I fumbled around for days, agonizing over my business name and logo design, but feeling too intimidated to actually get on with building my site. Looking back, I wish I had had a...

4.0
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13 Best (FREE) Wix Templates for Musicians & Bands in 2024

I spent the last three days going through every single Wix template to find the best ones for musicians, bands, and music artists. Guess what? I discovered that there are actually some hidden gems that aren’t even in the music category. I also discovered some less fortunate options. Don’t get me wrong: there’s loads of good choices, but not all of them are great...

4.0
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8 Best Website Templates for Writers [UPDATED 2024]

Choosing a website template is like designing a dust jacket for your book or picking a headline for your next blog article. The right one can make potential readers pause and have a read. The wrong one is all too easy to click away from. It’s not just about looks, but also about actions. Even the best writer in the world would have a hard time selling books, landing writing...

5.0
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5 Best Squarespace Templates for E-commerce: Updated 2024

Previously, some Squarespace templates had features that others did not. But that’s changed. All version 7.1 templates now have access to the same feature and design options. Which begs the question: if there’s now no real difference between templates, surely I should just head over to Squarespace and pick the one I think is the prettiest? Short answer? No. While...

4.5
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How to Build a Shopify Online Store in 2024 (7 EASY STEPS)

Setting up your first Shopify online store can feel a bit like diving in the deep end. There’s just so much to consider, it can be hard to know where to start. The first time I set up an online store, I got bogged down in the details. I tried to perfect my logo design, agonized over fonts and color palettes, and wrote and rewrote my product descriptions. I spent weeks - and...

5.0
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Volusion Pricing [2024] – Is It Actually Good Value for Money?

At first glance, Volusion’s pricing structure gives the impression of being a “middle of the road” e-commerce platform - neither the cheapest, nor the most expensive. This is intentional: Volusion recently went through a major pricing overhaul, ditching its six-tiered system in favor of a much simpler structure, with zero transaction fees and unlimited bandwidth included in...

4.5
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Create a Website on Wix in 10 Minutes: 3 Easy Steps 2024

Thanks to website builders, even the biggest rookie can get a decent website up and running in just a few hours (trust me - I once was that rookie). This is especially true of Wix, which has got to be one of the most intuitive and beginner-friendly builders out there. Instead of using a developer, you'll save hundreds or thousands of dollars by doing things yourself...

5.0
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