A critical PHP security update has prompted an understandable question for business owners: does this affect my website, and has it been dealt with? If your website runs on WordPress, it uses PHP. However, seeing that WordPress and your plugins are up to date doesn’t confirm whether this issue has been addressed. Here’s what the…
If you’re looking at replacing your manufacturing website, one of the first questions you’re likely to ask is: how much does a manufacturing website cost? The frustrating answer is usually “it depends”. And while that’s technically true, it isn’t particularly helpful when you’re trying to set a budget. A manufacturing website can cost anything from…
An industrial web presence should do far more than simply exist online. Your website is often the first interaction a potential customer has with your business. Before somebody contacts your team, requests a quote, or books a meeting, they are researching suppliers online. They are comparing competitors, reviewing capabilities, checking credibility, and trying to decide…
Your engineering company website has a much bigger job to do in 2026 than simply looking professional online. Today, your website is often the very first interaction somebody has with your business. Before a prospect speaks to your team, requests a quote, or books a meeting, they are researching online. They are comparing suppliers, reviewing…
A B2B website in 2026 needs to do far more than simply look professional. Your website is often the first interaction a potential customer has with your business. Before somebody contacts your team, requests a quote, or books a meeting, they are researching online. They are comparing suppliers, reviewing expertise, checking credibility, and trying to…
If your manufacturing website isn’t generating enquiries, you’re not alone. Most businesses we speak to have already invested time and money into their website. It looks professional, it explains what they do, and on paper, it should be working. But it isn’t. No consistent enquiries. No meaningful conversations. Just the occasional contact form, if that.…
If you’re running a B2B business, chances are you’re putting real effort into your website. You’ve invested in SEO, maybe some paid ads, perhaps a LinkedIn campaign or two. People are landing on your pages. And then….nothing. No enquiry, no contact form, no call. Here’s the uncomfortable truth: that’s completely normal. And it’s also a…
TL;DR Your manufacturing website isn’t just a digital brochure; it’s often the first (and sometimes only) interaction potential buyers have with your company before they decide whether to contact you or your competitor. Most manufacturing sites are built around what the company wants to say rather than what buyers need to know, which creates friction…
TL;DR Most marketing agencies lock you into predefined packages that force you to pay for services you don’t need or constantly negotiate separate projects for services you do need. There’s a better way: pay one fixed monthly cost and gain access to a complete marketing team offering every service, content, video, SEO, PPC, social media,…
When setting up your online presence, choosing the right domain and managing your DNS (Domain Name System) are vital steps. A reliable domain management service ensures your business domain names are secure, functional, and represent your brand professionally. Whether looking to buy a domain name for your startup or need expert help with domain registration…
We are excited to announce the relaunch of our website, greenlightweb.co.uk. After months of hard work and dedication, we are proud to bring you a completely redesigned and improved online experience. Our new website has a clean and modern design, making it easy for you to navigate and find the information you need. We have…
We have put together a professional, easy to follow tips guide on what to consider when creating your own website. It is a guide that strips down to ten fundamental points of what you need to consider when creating and maintaining a website and making it an effective tool for your business. To provide a…
Gutenberg Enhancements Gutenberg is following a four-phase roadmap that will touch major pieces of WordPress. WordPress is always evolving and currently work is specifically underway on the second phase of the Gutenberg project. The goal of this project is to provide a greater web presence for people wanting to start businesses, which WordPress has been doing since…
Joining Greenlight Web I initially chose to enter web development due to the continuous learning opportunities that inherently comes with the industry. Especially as in my previous job, I felt as if I had learned all that there was to know within just three years. Having had coding experience from high school and a passion…
What is page load speed? Page load speed is the time it takes to load a page on a website. The longer a page takes to load, the more visitors will hit that back button. A page should take 2 seconds to load. Anything longer than 3 seconds and you will start losing visitors. Why…
For those outside of the web industry, you may have no idea what WordPress is. You may not even know what a CMS is. But here at Greenlight Web, it is our bread and butter. WordPress, our speciality CMS platform of choice, provides the backbone of our professional website services to clients up and down the…
Getting your foot in the door is perhaps the hardest stage of anyone wanting to start their career. You may have gone through roles that didn’t quite fit what you were looking for long term. Or perhaps, you are fresh-faced and ready to take on your passion. Greenlight Web is here to break down what…
What is SSL Certification? An SSL Certificate is a digital certificate that authenticates a website’s identity and enables an encrypted connection. SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer, a security protocol that creates an encrypted link between a web server and a web browser. SSL Certificates protect your sensitive information such as credit card information, usernames, passwords etc.…
We often find clients who come to us with websites that they have had a friend of the owner develop. There is no denying that some of these websites can be great, but for most of the time, better opportunities can be had with a local web design company such as Greenlight Web in Manchester. Professional designers Designers who…
A responsive website is a great way to reach customers on all devices. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in – having your website accessible on any device will give your company the competitive edge it needs in this digital age. The idea now is to create a website that will be able to adapt quickly and…
At the moment, with so many new businesses being created through the pandemic but also plenty of existing companies struggling, it is crucial that companies fully utilise their IT, Telecoms, and Digital Marketing. Below, Greenlight have highlighted how our group can help your company start 2021 right! Greenlight Computers Now is the perfect time to…
The next WordPress release is due on 31st March 2020. This is for version 5.4 RC3. As with all major releases, this will have a positive impact on the performance of many websites BUT importantly a negative impact on those websites that are Plugin heavy. Plugin and Theme developers should have reviewed their products against the…
