Notes on web design & building things right.
Thoughts, guides, and behind-the-scenes from the Vicroft studio.

Web Design for Small Businesses: A Practical UK Guide
Thinking about a new website for your business? Here's what actually matters, from showing up in local Google searches to working on a phone, plus the questions to ask before you hire anyone.

How Much Does a Website Cost in 2026? A Real Answer From a UK Web Studio
A clear, honest breakdown of website costs in 2026 — template builders vs custom-coded sites, what actually drives the price up, and how to avoid overpaying.

WordPress vs Custom-Coded: Which One Does Your Business Actually Need?
Not every website needs WordPress — and not every business needs custom code. Here's how to actually tell which one fits yours.

How Fast Should Your Website Really Load? We Tested Ours.
We tested our own site's load speed and broke down exactly what keeps it under 2 seconds — from ditching page builders to automatic image compression.

Security Lessons Every Online Business Should Learn
A hacker wiped Romania's land registry (ANCPI) database. Here's what happened and what security steps any website or business should take to avoid a similar scenario.

5 Signs Your Website Is Losing You Customers
Your website might look fine to you — but here are 5 warning signs that could be quietly costing you customers every single day.

How to Choose a Web Designer in 2026 (Without Getting Burned)
Five honest questions to ask before hiring a web designer — so you don't end up with a site you can't edit, or a bill you didn't expect.
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