Recommended software

When we build and manage your website, we utilise a range of premium plugins. The cost of these plugins are covered by us and are included in any care plan while you’re with us.

However, there are tools that fall outside of this. For instance, if your site requires a specific functionality that isn’t part of our current tech stack, we’ll recommend that you purchase it since it’s unique to your site. This allows you to manage future billing directly.

Additionally, there are software options that, while separate from the website, are still closely tied to it and we highly recommend. They aren’t the only choices available, but we use them ourselves and can vouch for their quality. Plus, by using the links below, we can both benefit from discounts or special deals!

Our recommended software

We recommend the following software for use with your site and in your business in general.

CRM

Capsule Capsule is a straightforward CRM tool that helps small businesses manage customer relationships, track sales pipelines, and handle projects all in one place - without the complicated stuff that usually comes with bigger CRM systems.

Get 1 month free!

Google Workspace A professional email solution with your custom domain (@yourbusiness.com) plus reliable cloud storage and real-time collaboration tools.
Ask us for a discount code.

Get 14 days free!

Microsoft 365 Get business-grade email with your domain, top-tier security features, and the classic Office suite you're familiar with - plus 1TB of cloud storage per user and AI-powered tools to boost productivity.

Check it out

Email Marketing

Mailerlite A user-friendly email marketing platform that helps you create newsletters and automated campaigns - perfect for growing your audience and managing subscriber lists without getting overwhelmed by complexity.

Check it out

Hosting

Rocket.net A super-fast, secure WordPress hosting platform with enterprise-level security, built-in CDN, and 24/7 expert support - delivering consistently quick load times and automatic malware protection without the technical headaches.
This is the hosting we use when you host with us (which does work out cheaper!)

Check it out

Events

Ticket Tailor Ticket Tailor is a simple, low-cost event ticketing platform with no hidden fees. It lets you sell tickets directly on your site or through a branded page, with features like mobile check-in, seating charts, discount codes, and full control over attendee data.

Check it out

Our tech stack

We're always reviewing and improving our tech stack to ensure it uses the best software available to enhance the security, functionality and overall smooth running of your website.

CMS

WordPress Our go-to website platform that powers millions of sites worldwide, from simple blogs to complex business solutions. It gives you complete control over your content through an intuitive dashboard, while its vast ecosystem of plugins and themes means your site can grow alongside your business without requiring a complete rebuild.

Security

Patchstack A proactive security system that monitors and protects WordPress sites from vulnerabilities in real-time. It automatically deploys virtual patches and blocks malicious attacks while maintaining site performance, prioritising threats based on actual exploitation risk rather than theoretical severity.

eCommerce

WooCommerce A flexible ecommerce platform that scales from single product stores to complex marketplaces. It handles everything from inventory and shipping to payments and tax calculations, while integrating seamlessly with WordPress.

Design

Cornerstone A versatile WordPress theme framework that enables creation of custom site designs through a modular building system. It delivers fully optimised, responsive websites with the flexibility to adapt layouts and functionality as business needs evolve.

Performance

Perfmatters A lightweight speed optimisation plugin that strips away unnecessary code bloat, reduces server requests, and fine-tunes your site's performance with simple toggles. It helps deliver content faster to visitors while improving Google speed scores and overall site efficiency.

Forms

Gravity Forms A robust form management system that transforms standard web forms into dynamic business solutions. It seamlessly handles everything from data collection to payment processing, with built-in automation tools and secure data handling that integrates with your existing business systems.

Forms

Gravity Wiz A comprehensive suite of form add-ons that extends Gravity Forms' capabilities from basic inputs to advanced business tools. From auto-calculating prices and validating data in real-time to creating multi-step booking systems, these tools transform standard forms into powerful business automation solutions.

Postmark A reliable transactional email service that ensures important website emails - from password resets to order confirmations - reach customers' inboxes quickly and consistently, with detailed delivery tracking and high inbox placement rates.

Analytics

Fathom A privacy-focused analytics platform that delivers clear insights about website traffic and user behavior without compromising page speed or requiring cookie notices. It provides actionable data about visitor engagement while maintaining GDPR compliance.

Testing

Checkview An monitoring system that regularly tests website forms and checkout processes, catching any issues before they impact you. It provides immediate alerts if forms stop working, ensuring no potential leads or sales are lost due to technical issues.

Development

ACF Pro A content management framework that allows us to create organised, consistent data structures across your website. It enables custom functionality while maintaining an intuitive editing experience for content updates.

SEO

SEOPress A comprehensive SEO toolkit that optimises website content for search engines. It handles technical SEO requirements, structured data, and content analysis while providing clear insights into search visibility and rankings.

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