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Our Help Centre

We’ve put together a wide range of videos and frequently asked questions that we hope are of some help to you.

If you have any other queries, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Training Videos

Here we have a number of online training videos on various topics

User Guide for your new website

1. How to login to your website
1. How to login to your website
2. Open up a new window whilst editing
2. Open up a new window whilst editing
3. Editing a main page
3. Editing a main page
4. Editing a news post
4. Editing a news post
5. Adding a new post
5. Adding a new post
6. Basic SEO for pages and posts
6. Basic SEO for pages and posts

FAQs

Please find below answers to some of your questions

I've forgotten my password - how can I get a new one?

  1. Go to the backend of your website with the link that was supplied by The Web Surgery
  2. Go to the backend of your website with the website link that was supplied by us
  3. Click on the link “Lost my password”
  4. You will be taken to a page to enter some your username or email address
  5. Wait for your new password to be emailed to you
  6. Once you receive this, login and change the password to something you can remember
  7. Save
  8. You can then login using your new details

What's my IP address?

To find your IP address please go to the following website: https://whatismyipaddress.com/

We have no relationship with this company and are not responsible for any data.

How to clear caches and cookies on iPhone and iPad

To clear cookies and caches on iPhone and iPad please follow these instructions – https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201265

We are not responsible for any data lost.

Free website security check & malware scanner

Please add your website address to the search box on this website and see the results – https://sitecheck.sucuri.net/

We have no association to this website and are not responsible for any data shown.

Google My Business Listing

To get a free Google Business Profile please to to – www.google.com/intl/en_uk/business/

Facebook Business Page - How To Create One

Looking to create a new Business page for your product or service?

Just like your personal Facebook profile, Pages can be customised with key messages, stories, events and more. Also people can like or follow your page to get updates in News Feed.

To create a Page:

  1. Go to facebook.com/pages/create
  2. Click to choose a Page type
  3. Fill out the required information
  4. Click Create Page

How can I clean text to remove unwanted code?

Please try adding the text to a website such as: https://www.textcleanr.com 

We’ve tried this ourselves and works well.  We have no association with this website and are not responsible for any data lost.

How can SEO help my website?

SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) is the process of improving your website’s position in search engine ranking using organic methods, rather than paid advertising.  It involves focusing in on your target audience and working to organically gain their attention through improving your presence in search engine rankings.  For more details please go to – https://www.thewebsurgery.com/seo-packages/

What are the different data sizes? - KB, MB, GB, TB

Kilobyte
KB
1024 bytes

Megabyte
MB
1024 kilobytes

Gigabyte
GB
1024 megabytes

Terabyte
TB
1024 gigabytes

Microsoft Email - How to setup a business email address

Find out more about the Microsoft 365 Business email accounts:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/outlook/outlook-for-business

Google Workplace email setup

To get yourself a secure business email through Gmail go to:
https://workspace.google.com/intl/en_uk/products/gmail/

Learn how to setup your email:
https://themeisle.com/blog/how-to-set-up-g-suite/

Business email - Connect to iPhone

To connect your business email to an iPhone:

Google Analytics Tracking ID

Find Google Analytics Tracking ID & GA4 Measurement ID:

GoDaddy Access

To give us access to your DoDaddy account please follow these instructions: https://uk.godaddy.com/help/invite-a-delegate-to-access-my-godaddy-account-12376

How long should a blog post be?

The debate over the perfect length for a blog post is as old as blogging itself. Understanding how long a blog post should be, both for your readers and SEO purposes, will help ensure your content is delivered in the most effective way.

Why Do Words Matter?

Defining text length is straightforward – it’s the sheer volume of words you weave into your creation. But why does it hold such weight in the realm of blogging? The answer lies in creating the perfect balance of user experience, engagement and search engine optimisation.

Satisfying SEO Needs

Lengthy, high-quality blog posts, over 1000 words, have a higher chance of reaching the top of Google’s search results. This isn’t merely a matter of word count, but rather the opportunities it presents. More words offer more clues for search engines to decipher your content’s value and essence. They allow you to incorporate your focus key phrase throughout the text naturally, avoiding the painful problem of keyword stuffing.

Additionally, extended article length provides space for a wider range of related keywords and synonyms, enriching your content’s topical value and ticking more boxes for the search engines. This breadth makes it easier to rank for multiple long-tail variations of your chosen keyword, expanding your reach to a wider audience.

Skimpy posts of a few hundred words can trigger alarm bells for the search engines. They often read as “thin content,” lacking the depth and substance to satisfy reader queries. Google prioritises content that offers comprehensive answers.

Engaging your Audience

SEO isn’t the only reason to consider length. A well-crafted, lengthy post with valuable insights and information is something your readers will want to read. You need to consider content that will engage with your audience on a deeper level to boost interest and keep people visiting and spending time on your website.

Carefully woven articles complete with examples, explanations, and anecdotes, easily transports readers to the heart of the matter, adding value to their experience on your website.

Tools and Plugins to guide your journey

There are many different tools you can consider to help you create blog posts and content which meet the needs of the search engines. However, it is important to keep in mind your end goal of engaging your audience too.

Yoast SEO is an effective WordPress tool that can guide your content optimisation and readability. Its text length check, integrated into its SEO analysis, provides feedback on whether your content has enough words to rank. Green lights for adequate length, while red and orange warn of posts that might struggle to meet the needs of the search engines. Yoast offers specific minimum word counts for different page types, ensuring you strike the right balance between brevity and depth.

Taxonomy pages, housing categories and subcategories require at least 250 words. Regular blog posts and pages need slightly more at 300 words, while cornerstone content, your in-depth explorations of crucial topics, should aim for a much more significant 900 words. Yoast even extends its assistance to product pages and descriptions, with a minimum of 200 words suggested for each.

Quality Reigns Supreme

Words matter and word counts matter too but they are simply guides for your content creation. While lengthy posts offer advantages, quality reigns supreme. Some topics simply do not need 2000 words to make their main point and add the value a reader, and the search engines, are looking for. It’s about balancing the idea against how much there is to say and how much you really need to say. Keep these key quality points in mind:

Readability

Prioritise clarity and flow. Write for your audience, addressing their questions and engaging their curiosity. Structure your text with logical headings, short paragraphs, and topic sentences that guide the reader along a clear path.

Originality

Stand out from the crowd. Inject your unique perspective and expertise into your writing. Conduct thorough research to inform your content, but don’t be afraid to challenge existing narratives and offer fresh insights. No one wants to read the same ideas over and over again, your business tone of voice and unique perspectives will help you to stand out.

Engage Your Readers

True experiences, anecdotes, humour, and visuals all add to the value of your content and help to keep readers engaged. Encourage interaction through questions, polls, and calls to action.

The right word count for your blog post depends on various factors, and you ultimately need to decide just how much anyone really wants to read about your chosen topic. Balancing how much you have to say with how much you need to say and meeting the ever-evolving requirements of the search engines is a balance which can be struck.

The Web Surgery offers a range of digital marketing services including content and copywriting for our clients. Please get in touch to see how we can help.