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GDPR: What You Need to Know and How Bluehost Helps You Comply
Businesses, large and small, are in the midst of preparing for compliance with the European Union’s (EU) new data privacy laws: The General Data Protection Regulation, or the GDPR, which will go into effect on May 25, 2018. The GDPR is very broad in scope and can apply to businesses both in and outside of…
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Bluehost Internet in Education Scholarship 2018
Bluehost announces it’s inaugural Internet in Education Scholarship for 2018. Three students will be selected to receive $1,500 in scholarship funds, plus a year of free Basic Shared Hosting. Winners will be chosen based on their essay response to the following: The scholarships will be awarded to those who write the most compelling one-page essays…
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13 Ways to Improve Your WordPress Website’s Accessibility
Imagine visiting this website and having a difficult time navigating it. Not because of the browser you used or the code implemented, but because of a medical, physical, or cognitive limitation. Website accessibility refers to the practice of making websites and content which offer a seamless experience for all users. Based on how your WordPress website was created, you may…
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12 Useful Tips for Writing Compelling Website Copy
Are you in the process of launching a new WordPress website? If so, you might be more focused on the design and functionality of your site rather than the website content. While your website should look presentable and appealing to a specific audience, it also has to accomplish a goal. To achieve said goal, your website…
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7 Email Marketing Blunders to Avoid at All Costs
On average, every $1 spent on email marketing yields approximately $44 in return. With an ROI (return on investment) like that, it’s not hard to see why email marketing is a valuable asset for businesses and bloggers alike. Email marketing can be used to: Distribute relevant content Contact customers Deliver company news Promote a discount…
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10 Vital Tips for Building a Loyal Blog Following
Doesn’t it seem as though everyone has a blog these days? With the easy access to blogging resources and digital technology, it’s easier than ever to launch and maintain a blog. In fact, it’s been reported that the number of bloggers is expected to reach 31.7 million by the year 2020. While this fact is mindblowing…
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How to Find the Right Social Media Platforms for Your Marketing Strategy
With 2.8 billion people using social media by the end of 2016, brands continue to make social media a priority in their marketing efforts. While social media marketing is an excellent promotional tool and tactic, some businesses go about it the wrong way. Brands and businesses of varying sizes make the mistake of attempting to…
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7 Overlooked Social Media Networks Your Brand Should Leverage
With Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram leading the social media world, you may believe these are the only social media networks your brand can use. However, this is far from the truth. Yes, these networks may be the most popular—Facebook surpassed 2 billion users on June 30, 2017 and YouTube is slowly but surely climbing…
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Enter to Win: Bluehost Spotlight Awards
We are excited to announce the Bluehost Spotlight Awards. This awards program is designed to shine a light on you—our customers—and the amazing websites you create with WordPress.The requirements are simple: It’s that easy! By answering a few simple questions about your website, you could gain worldwide recognition and win one of FIVE amazing prizes.…
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7 Reasons Every Student Should Start a Website
From career boosting to money making, a site of your own comes with the kind of benefits that make a big difference while you’re studying or looking for a job. 1. Think of it as your career ‘game face’ Not only do most recruiters use the web to screen job applicants, more than a third have…