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- By 123 Reg
- 5 min read
Did you know that when you buy a domain name, it’s often linked to a public record that can show who owns it, when it was registered, and when it expires? That record...
- By 123 Reg
- 11 min read
Domain names are the unique addresses that make websites easy to find online. You can think of them as house names on a virtual street. Not all domain names are created equal, though...
- By 123 Reg
- 13 min read
Having a website matters. It’s your hardest-working member of staff — available around the clock and often the first thing a potential customer sees. 123 Reg Website Builder is built for businesses that...
- By Thom Harrison
- 16 min read
Running a business website in 2026 isn’t about having the most features — it’s about having the right ones. With thousands of WordPress plugins available, it’s easy to overload your site with tools...
- By 123 Reg
- 6 min read
It’s a common mistake — even among professionals — to write product descriptions that only list features. Too often, copy ends up reading like a spec sheet rather than a story, leaving customers...
- By Thom Harrison
- 11 min read
AI is changing the way businesses get things done — and not just for the ‘big tech’ firms. In fact, small-to-medium sized business owners might be the ones set to gain the most...
- By Thom Harrison
- 11 min read
These days, having a website isn’t a choice — it’s essential. It’s the first place people look to find a business and see if you’re the real deal. Being online gives your brand...
- By 123 Reg
- 3 min read
We live in a fast-moving digital world where every tap, click, and character counts. Your website address does more than lead people to your site – it shapes how easy it is for...
- By 123 Reg
- 7 min read
Domain forwarding lets you send visitors to your main website, even if they’ve typed in a different address. You can be sure that anyone landing on an old or alternative domain gets directed...
- By 123 Reg
- 4 min read
It’s been more than a decade since the internet saw the launch of its first dedicated adult domain extension: .xxx. What began as a controversial idea in the early 2010s has matured into...
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Domains
Domains
- By 123 Reg
- 5 min read
Did you know that when you buy a domain name, it’s often linked to a public record that can show who owns it, when it was registered, and when it expires? That record...
- By 123 Reg
- 11 min read
Domain names are the unique addresses that make websites easy to find online. You can think of them as house names on a virtual street. Not all domain names are created equal, though...
- By 123 Reg
- 7 min read
Dreaming of starting your own business online but dreading the price tag? Good news: you can get your domain included free for the first year* when you pick the right 123 Reg plan....
- By 123 Reg
- 10 min read
If you’ve bought a domain together with a 123 Reg plan like Website Builder or Managed WordPress Hosting, the chances are it’s already connected — so once you’ve hit publish, it should appear...
- By Will Stevens
- 4 min read
Picture the scene: You notice your web traffic has fallen away to zero, so you start your investigation by visiting your site only to find it has been replaced by an error message...
- By 123 Reg
- 4 min read
Jenny Prevel’s online business proves how much she loves dogs. Back in 2004, when she adopted her first rescue dogs, she wanted to create an online community where her fellow dog-lovers could share...
- By David Gold
- 4 min read
.gay domains are a new way for LGBTQ people, organisations, businesses, and allies to connect online. Inclusivity and acceptance of LGBTQ people is a sign of advancing civil rights, and it’s also good...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
Registering a domain name is an important decision. No matter if you’re planning to use it to start a blog, present your business or non-profit organisation, sell products and services online, or flaunt...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
Choosing the right name for your company can have a significant impact on your success. The wrong name can fail to connect with your target audience, causing you to spend lots of money...
- By 123 Reg
- 2 min read
There are 5 million businesses in England and 1.1 million of these are located in London. With the number of London businesses having increased by 48% since 2010, now more than ever, having...
SEO Advice
SEO Advice
- By 123 Reg
- 10 min read
If you’ve bought a domain together with a 123 Reg plan like Website Builder or Managed WordPress Hosting, the chances are it’s already connected — so once you’ve hit publish, it should appear...
- By Thom Harrison
- 6 min read
Google’s new AI restaurant-booking experience is now live in the UK. Built on top of the existing ‘Reserve with Google’ tool, it lets people move from a natural-language search straight to a restaurant...
- By Thom Harrison
- 9 min read
Running an online business today, big or small, the chances are many of your customers will be looking for answers from Google AI Overviews and ChatGPT before they ever click through to your...
- By Thom Harrison
- 8 min read
Getting your business found online now means showing up twice: both in traditional search results and in the answers given by AI search assistants. More than ever it’s AI doing the searching on...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 9 min read
If content is King, then we can say that search engine optimisation (SEO) is Queen. Everyone knows that creating fresh and engaging content as well as optimising your posts can help you build...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 7 min read
With Google’s algorithm constantly changing, your website could be in jeopardy of getting seeing your rankings drop even if you aren’t proactive in protecting your site. So instead of running scared, wondering if...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 6 min read
Getting your business listed on Google Maps is one the best things you can do to drive more traffic to your website, and increase phone calls to your business. Why? Because, according to...
- By Will Stevens
- 5 min read
YouTube is huge. It has over one billion users, and a billion hours of video are watched each day. And how do users find videos to watch? By searching for them. In fact,...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 10 min read
Keyword research. So many site owners skip it thinking it’s no longer necessary. Because, hey, every article and resource out there tells you that you should be writing for users, not search engines....
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 6 min read
Imagine being able to buy movie tickets, find a local coffee shop, order pizza or a rental car… all with a simple verbal command. That’s the future of voice technology and it might...
Business
Business
- By Thom Harrison
- 10 min read
For small-to-medium businesses, social media and your website work best when they work together. Social media grabs attention, and your website gives people somewhere clear to go next. Used well, the two can...
- By Thom Harrison
- 10 min read
Google Ads is a tool that can put your business in front of customers who are searching for what you offer. By far the world’s leading Pay-Per-Click (PPC) platform, it lets you run...
- By Thom Harrison
- 6 min read
Google’s new AI restaurant-booking experience is now live in the UK. Built on top of the existing ‘Reserve with Google’ tool, it lets people move from a natural-language search straight to a restaurant...
- By Hannah Smith
- 3 min read
Finding a VAT number by company name is often easier than it first sounds, but it helps to know where to look. A few simple steps can usually point you in the right...
- By Will Stevens
- 4 min read
Running an online business is bound to be time consuming. There are so many tasks that you need to tackle day to day. Thankfully, there are some fantastic tools available to help simplify...
- By Will Stretton
- 9 min read
Looking to get your side hustle off the ground but aren’t entirely sure where to begin? Although it may seem like a daunting task, there are plenty of affordable and easy-to-use tools that...
- By Will Stevens
- 3 min read
Imagine having no boss — the power to make effective decisions quickly, the opportunity to take on responsibility for all areas of a business, and the chance to make more money. Sounds great,...
- By 123 Reg
- 7 min read
There are thousands of people in the UK and around the world who are working on online side projects. Those extra hours in the evenings or in the weekends can help you to...
- By 123 Reg
- 8 min read
What products do I need to get my business online, and how much will it cost?” is one the first questions you’ll ask yourself if you’re looking to get your own business website....
- By Will Stevens
- 5 min read
Thinking about turning a hobby or a passion into an online side business but don’t know how to make time to dedicate to that extra workload? It’s understandable. With other important commitments like...
Online Marketing
Online Marketing
- By Thom Harrison
- 10 min read
Google Ads is a tool that can put your business in front of customers who are searching for what you offer. By far the world’s leading Pay-Per-Click (PPC) platform, it lets you run...
- By Thom Harrison
- 7 min read
Your domain ending helps set the tone for your website before anyone clicks. It isn’t just a part of your web address — it can influence how professional and trustworthy your business appears...
- By Will Stretton
- 6 min read
No one understands your business like you, but understanding your customers is an entirely different ball game. Even if you have some notion of who they are and how to cater to their...
- By Thom Harrison
- 8 min read
Businesses today all face the challenge of holding onto customers in a fiercely competitive online world. With so many options just a click away, shoppers can easily switch to a rival offering a...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
If you want your small business to thrive in 2021, it’s time to start planning your digital marketing strategy. But what should you focus on to attract, engage, and retain customers and generate...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
High-quality content is and will remain essential for the growth of small businesses in 2021 and beyond. And the great thing about is that creativity and flexibility can win over big budgets. So,...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
Many small business owners shy away from website analytics. Why? Because it’s not the easiest subject to tackle. Many articles and resources out there are filled with jargon, which makes web analytics intimidating...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
If your small business has gotten this far without a website, you might be wondering: do I really need one? Why get a website if my business is already doing well without it?...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 4 min read
Contrary to popular belief, marketing isn’t about constantly promoting your business, products and services, and asking people to consider buying what you’re selling. Instead, marketing involves influencing people’s buying decisions by educating, informing,...
- By Alexandra Gavril
- 5 min read
Are you stuck for Christmas marketing ideas? Not sure how best to communicate your discounts and offers and entice more people to book appointments with you or buy from your online shop? Whether...