webbossio Blog Updates All the latest Blog Posts Business https://webboss.io (c) 2011 - 2026 en-gb <![CDATA[Why Green Web Hosting is Crucial for a Sustainable Future [Blogging]]]> With the internet being an essential part of our daily lives, we can't afford to ignore the environmental impact of our online activities. The increase in internet use has increased the demand for web hosting, resulting in higher energy consumption and carbon emissions. To tackle this ever-growing concern green web hosting has emerged as the sustainable hero; an alternative that aims to minimise the impact traditional hosting services have on the environment. Here at WebBoss, we are proud to be able to say that all our websites are hosted with 100% green renewable energy, and here are a few reasons why that is important to us.
With the internet being an essential part of our daily lives, we can't afford to ignore the environmental impact of our online activities. The increase in internet use has increased the demand for web hosting, resulting in higher energy consumption and carbon emissions. To tackle this ever-growing concern green web hosting has emerged as the sustainable hero; an alternative that aims to minimise the impact traditional hosting services have on the environment. Here at WebBoss, we are proud to be able to say that all our websites are hosted with 100% green renewable energy, and here are a few reasons why that is important to us. Energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction are huge concerns for web hosting companies. Traditional web hosting relies heavily on energy-intensive data centres, which contribute significantly to carbon emissions (around 3.7% of all carbon emissions are caused by internet use, that's the same as air travel!). Instead of using traditional methods such as coal for energy, green web hosting providers prioritise renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. By harnessing clean energy, these providers significantly reduce their carbon footprint, helping to combat climate change and promote a more sustainable digital infrastructure. Conservation of natural resources is crucial when it comes to conventional web hosting. This is because the technology required for web hosting, such as servers and networking equipment, requires a significant amount of raw materials. In contrast, green web hosting companies prioritise recycling practices and use energy-efficient hardware. This reduces the demand for new resources and minimises the amount of electrical equipment going to waste. By adopting these practices, web hosting companies align with the principles of a circular economy, which emphasises efficient resource use and waste reduction. Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the ethical practices of the compani
]]> contactus@webboss.io (WebBoss) Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:34:27 +0000 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1706099160/article/why-green-web-hosting-is-crucial-for-a-sustainable.html 1706099160 Blogging <![CDATA[WebBoss.io Stands With Ukraine [Blogging]]]> In the thirteen days since the Russian Government ordered the invasion of Ukraine, the world has been shocked by the unprovoked violence acted upon the Ukrainian people. We watched on, horrified to see what happens next, and hoped that Putin's army would withdraw. Like countless others, companies and individuals alike, we strongly condemn the Russian Government invasion of Ukraine and stand with them as they fight for their freedom.
In the thirteen days since the Russian Government ordered the invasion of Ukraine, the world has been shocked by the unprovoked violence acted upon the Ukrainian people. We watched on, horrified to see what happens next, and hoped that Putin's army would withdraw. Like countless others, companies and individuals alike, we strongly condemn the Russian Government invasion of Ukraine and stand with them as they fight for their freedom. While many of us wish that we could help, it is easy to be unsure of the best way to ensure that help reaches those in need. If you would like to help Ukraine, then you can find places to donate and even more ways to help by going to: https://helpukrainewin.org/ Here you will find different charities and causes to donate to (including civilian causes and armed forces). Alongside this, the website provides other ways to help with links to help you stay up to date with the news, attend a protest, or even help increase the awareness and visibility of the war. We hope that Ukraine will soon once again be free and peaceful. Until then, WebBoss.io stands with Ukraine....Continue Reading → You\'re reading WebBoss.io Stands With Ukraine by WebBoss, posted on WebBoss.io.

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]]> contactus@webboss.io (WebBoss) Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:55:17 +0000 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1646751480/article/webbossio-stands-with-ukraine.html 1646751480 Blogging <![CDATA[Exciting New Opportunity with Appsumo [Blogging]]]> *This post includes affiliate links,&nbsp;and we may earn some commission from things you buy at no extra cost to you.
*This post includes affiliate links, and we may earn some commission from things you buy at no extra cost to you.   We are Excited to Announce that WebBoss is Launching on Appsumo! AppSumo is an industry-leading company that finds and partners with up and coming tech companies, such as ourselves!   Launching with AppSumo will help us reach our audience through their huge AppSumo community (Hello Sumolings!). AppSumo utilises its massive loyal following to promote new SaaS deals from companies like ours to benefit both the company and the Sumoling community. Not only will this deal help to increase our visibility by joining a larger community, but this has already helped us to improve the WebBoss system for its users! We cannot tell you how excited we are to be partnering with them, for this once in a lifetime opportunity! The Launch! WebBoss will be offering Sumolings- members of the AppSumo community- the chance to buy a fully functioning WebBoss website system that has everything they will need in one package. Once purchased, Sumolings can explore the WebBoss Content Management System and all it has to offer; for the potential of using the website for their own online business or use the system to design websites for clients. If they are not 100% convinced the system is for them after 60 days, AppSumo provides a no questions asked refund. We are confident that the WebBoss system is the perfect website building tool for designers and developers of all abilities, so, with this in mind, we invite you to sign up here AppSumo WebBoss Page to make the most of this exclusive offer. What will you get with your package? Every WebBoss package will include all of these features, with the option to upgrade at any point. ⁠ Content management system ⁠ Online shop ⁠ Unlimited products ⁠ SSL ⁠ Admin user accounts ⁠ Unlimited bandwidth WebBoss has everything that developers and designers will need to create stunning, powerful, f
]]> contactus@webboss.io (WebBoss) Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:13:11 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1626362460/article/exciting-new-opportunity-with-appsumo.html 1626362460 Blogging <![CDATA[WebBoss eCommerce Solution For Pubs, Bars &1 Restaurants [Blogging]]]> Owning a small business is hard work, especially with what is currently going on in the world right now. We understand that a lot of businesses are eagerly wanting to get back on their feet after this roller coaster ride we have all had to endure this year. So to help small businesses weather the current storm, we have added some updated features to the WebBoss platform, which will make it even easier for small businesses to get online. These new features will help get your small business up and running again; you could even be making sales online within 14 working days of your order.&nbsp;
Owning a small business is hard work, especially with what is currently going on in the world right now. We understand that a lot of businesses are eagerly wanting to get back on their feet after this roller coaster ride we have all had to endure this year. So to help small businesses weather the current storm, we have added some updated features to the WebBoss platform, which will make it even easier for small businesses to get online. These new features will help get your small business up and running again; you could even be making sales online within 14 working days of your order.  What Has Been Added?  WebBoss comes with a fully functioning online shop with up to 250 products, a contact form, the ability to order online (perfect for table service, collection or delivery!), a newsletter creator, SSL, and is fully Gift Aid compliant! If that's not enough, then the built in GDPR module will help to simplify the collection, storing and deletion of personal data in line with both GDPR and NHS Track and Trace guidelines. As you may have heard, restaurants and pubs are required to collect and store customer data for a period of time for Track and Trace safety measures. As this is a necessary step in the fight against COVID-19, we have added some features to our Content Management System (CMS) that may aid pubs, restaurants and many other businesses during this time. Track and Trace This is undoubtedly one of the most daunting elements for a lot of businesses, with many of them asking the question, 'How are we going to obtain and store data for NHS Track and Trace?' With this in mind, we have added a ‘Track and Trace’ page to our platform, this page has been designed to only show the relevant customer data that will be required for contacting customers in the event that a person has tested positive for Coronavirus after visiting your premises. This information will then be pulled from the eCommerce orders page on your website, and only the re
]]> contactus@webboss.io (webboss design) Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:24:30 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1625223900/article/webboss-ecommerce-solution-for-pubs-bars-restauran.html 1625223900 Blogging <![CDATA[What is the Difference Between Web Design &1 Web Development? [Blogging]]]> When you get a new website you may see web design and web development listed separately on the quote. While they may seem very similar, it is important to understand the difference between the two, and why both are vital for the proper working of your website.
When you get a new website you may see web design and web development listed separately on the quote. While they may seem very similar, it is important to understand the difference between the two, and why both are vital for the proper working of your website. So what is the difference between web design and web development?   The simple answer is that the design is purely how the website looks, and development is how the website works and is built. However in practice, it is rarely as simple as this, and the skills of the person creating your website are likely to be wide ranging, especially if you hire a freelancer or a small company. The size of the company is important, as the role of designers and developers is largely dependent on the structure of the team. Larger companies will tend to have separate design and development teams, allowing designers to create the design of the website in a program like Photoshop, and then pass it onto the development team to build as a website. While someone working freelance will often do both the design and build of the website. For example, here at WebBoss we have our design team, who work alongside the development team at WebBoss.io, and as we are all usually working within the one room, the teams work seamlessly together. Our teams have knowledge of both design and development, and this allows us to blend the features together to create a beautifully finished product. Usually the designers will begin websites using Photoshop, this allows them to easily add or edit different elements that make up the whole design, such as colours, layouts, and fonts. Once the design has been signed off by the customer, the designer will start to implement the design for the website. As we use the proprietary WebBoss.io system, the majority of the website build is complete, allowing the designers to add their design quickly. For freelancers using an open source platform such as WordPress, they will usually begin the process in the
]]> contactus@webboss.io (webboss design) Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:04:30 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1625223420/article/what-is-the-difference-between-web-design-web-deve.html 1625223420 Blogging <![CDATA[Scams and Security: Staying Safe Online [Blogging]]]> As we have all done our bit and stayed home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have spent more time online. While this may have helped to wile away the hours as we lose track of time and wait patiently to be told that we can safely venture outside and begin work once again, it has also created an opening for fraudsters. Cyber criminals have been taking advantage of peoples concerns about the coronavirus and using it to scam people out of money and data. The boost in online criminal activity has caught many people out. The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau, part of the City of London Police, have stated that in April scammers defrauded over &pound;1.6 million from victims in the UK, with some of these even pretending to be suppliers of medical PPE.(1)
As we have all done our bit and stayed home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have spent more time online. While this may have helped to wile away the hours as we lose track of time and wait patiently to be told that we can safely venture outside and begin work once again, it has also created an opening for fraudsters. Cyber criminals have been taking advantage of peoples concerns about the coronavirus and using it to scam people out of money and data. The boost in online criminal activity has caught many people out. The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau, part of the City of London Police, have stated that in April scammers defrauded over £1.6 million from victims in the UK, with some of these even pretending to be suppliers of medical PPE.(1)   While there are countless ways that fraudsters can try to scam you, there are some simple steps you can take to help make sure that you can identify or steer clear of getting caught in their trap. But first things first, what are the most common types of online scams? Phishing This is traditionally through email, but there has been a rise in phishing scams being sent in text or messaging apps. These will usually try to evoke an action from you by scaring you or making you nervous, so that you feel that you need to act on the message, and act quickly. For example a popular one is that your TV licence, or streaming service is about to run out and you need to follow the link to renew. Instead of taking you to the TV licence or streaming service website it will take you to a replica and use your information once you have entered it. This is the main method used during the COVID-19 pandemic to defraud the general public and businesses. Malware Malware is a contraction of malicious software, and it can work in many ways such as locking your device, stealing and deleting all your data and even using services that may cost you money. For malware to work, it needs to be able to run on your computer. Ransom
]]> contactus@webboss.io (webboss design) Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:50:53 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1625222160/article/scams-and-security-staying-safe-online.html 1625222160 Blogging <![CDATA[WebBoss.io Update: Multiple Shipping Options [Blogging]]]> One of the most recently requested features for our eCommerce module was that of multiple and more flexible shipping options.
One of the most recently requested features for our eCommerce module was that of multiple and more flexible shipping options. We are pleased to announce that as of version 3.6.6 of the WebBoss system, you can now create multiple and flexible shipping options to cater for all your needs! How does it work? The basic idea of the new shipping options is that you can create multiple different shipping options, all with different configurations, including restrictions. When the user goes through the checkout process, the website will check all the available shipping options you have configured (based off of the shipping address, cart products etc.) and show buttons in the checkout to select which option to use, or if only one is available it will select that one automatically. Stay COVID-19 safe with Click Collect One of the main new features is to allow collection, or “Click Collect”, and to be able to create locations for this. If you have a shipping option with the type set to “collection”, then the checkout process will allow to you choose between delivery and collection. When the user chooses collection, instead of entering a shipping address, they will choose a collection location, which can also be displayed on a map.   To configure your shipping options in your website admin, from the sidebar navigation, go to Modules eCommerce Shop Settings Postage Settings. The “Default” tab holds some general postage settings, and the basic settings to use if you’re not yet ready to use the new shipping options. The main tab to use here is the “Postage Types” tab. Here you can create new options and click the “Configure” button to change the settings like the restrictions and free conditions.   If you’re using the collection option, you will need to create locations for customers to collect from, which can be done under the “Locations” tab.   The last
]]> contactus@webboss.io (webboss design) Fri, 02 Jul 2021 10:16:33 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1625215320/article/webbossio-update-multiple-shipping-options.html 1625215320 Blogging <![CDATA[New GDPR Module [Modules]]]> As you may or may not know, new General Data Protection Regulations are being implemented as of 25th May. This will mean that businesses will have to comply with new regulations and if they fail to do so then there are serious penalties in place. WebBoss have created a new, easy to use module to ensure that your website complies with the new GDPR rules.

As you may or may not know, new General Data Protection Regulations are being implemented as of 25th May. This will mean that businesses will have to comply with new regulations and if they fail to do so then there are serious penalties in place. WebBoss have created a new, easy to use module to ensure that your website complies with the new GDPR rules.

Double opt-in for newsletters

When your users sign up for a newsletter, they will receive a confirmation email before they are added to your mailing list.

Data requests

New form where users can request a copy of the personal data you hold for hem or they can request their data to be removed in the admin. You can review these requests and action them with a single click.

Cookie policy generator

Generates the cookie policy for you.

Privacy policy generator

Provides resource links to receive templates and allows you to edit within the text editor.

Terms & conditions generator

Similar to the privacy policy generator, this provides resource links to receive templates and allows you to edit within the text editor.

For more information on GDPR

What the new regulations mean in 1 minute [infographic]. https://www.itgovernance.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/EU-GDPR-new.jpg

For more comprehensive information on the GDPR regulations, see the Information Commissioner's Office website

 

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You\'re reading contactus@webboss.io (Phil Mayne) Tue, 29 May 2018 14:23:00 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1527600180/article/new-gdpr-module.html 1527600180 Modules <![CDATA[Email Issue Security [Security]]]> Email Issues.

Email Issues.

 

For your security, WebBoss is updated to the latest Internet security standards, and recently there have been a number of Internet security updates that are affecting some older email clients and stopping them from connecting due to security vulnerabilities they suffer from.

 

If you are suffering from email problems, you need to update your email client to the latest version, or with old unsupported products you may need to replace it altogether.

 

Known issues:

 

Windows Live - is no longer supported by Microsoft and this will no longer function at all with the latest security protocols.

                                *A replacement email client will be required.                     

 

Outlook 2010:

 

– Its encrypted connection is not up to the latest security protocols, so will not connect.

                                *THIS IS NOT RECOMMENDED BUT WILL ALLOW EMAILS TO WORK AND CAN BE USED AS A TEMPORARY FIX UNTIL YOU UPDATE YOUR EMAIL CLIENT – YOU DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!

In the email account settings advanced tab, changing the incoming server port number to 143 and the outgoing server port number to 25 should allow a connection, but messages will be unencrypted - USE AS A TEMPORARY FIX UNTIL YOU UPDATE YOUR EMAIL CLIENT – YOU DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!

 

Apple products: To overcome any issues with Apple products, updating to the latest operating system should fix this.

 

In the meantime, you can access your email accounts via WebMail. To do so go to: www.yourdomainname/webmail and you can securely log into your email accounts there, where you can send and receive email.

 

If you are looking for a free email client, we recommen

]]> contactus@webboss.io (Jon Matheson) Mon, 23 Apr 2018 13:27:54 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1524485940/article/email-issue-security.html 1524485940 Security <![CDATA[How does GDPR affect your ecommerce websites [Security]]]> The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the new regulation that anyone who has business within the EU has to comply with. As an ecommerce shop, customers will be inputting a lot of their data and it's important that this is done in a safe and secure environment. Customers can ask for this information to be deleted and you must act upon it.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the new regulation that anyone who has business within the EU has to comply with. As an ecommerce shop, customers will be inputting a lot of their data and it's important that this is done in a safe and secure environment. Customers can ask for this information to be deleted and you must act upon it.

This will come into effect May 25th 2018, but don't worry as everyone at WebBoss has you covered.

How does GDPR affect your clients?

The customer must give consent for any data to be stored through your business including emails, account logins and store purchases to name a few. Your clients need to be able to access and modify this information if they are asked by a customer. This can get complicated if multiple third-party plugins are involved or if there isn't a dedicated team member in place to address these issues.

As a developer, the ability to ensure your clients that you can be GDPR compliant within a secure and accessible environment is a great selling point.

Reliable GDPR compliance with WebBoss CMS

“A chain is only as strong as its weakest link” If you are using a platform reliant on third-party plugins then you may not be as compliant as you once thought. You may need to rethink your developer environment if certain plugins you have relied on aren't compliant or slow to the mark.

Being ISO 27001 certified means that all data stored, using the WebBoss.io CMS and any of its components, is secure and GDPR compliant. Customers who need data changed can do so within a safe and secure environment with no unreliable third-party to interfere.

This means that you can safely use the WebBoss.io development environment without worrying if a certain plugin or component is GDPR compliant. You as a

]]> contactus@webboss.io (Phil Mayne) Wed, 04 Apr 2018 15:25:00 +0100 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1522851900/article/how-does-gdpr-affect-your-ecommerce-websites.html 1522851900 Security <![CDATA[A secure CMS for your clients' ecommerce website [Security]]]> The world of CMS can be quite one-sided. With a market share of 60%, WordPress is the dominant force with lots of free or premium plugins and templates. This popularity has lead to a huge third party plugin and theme development ecosystem creating a whole industry dedicated to the CMS. But what happens when you want to focus on security for your website? Having lots of third party add ons to rely on to be updated could be a potential risk. Being market share leader means that not only is it popular, the potential for a security risk is also a lot greater.

The world of CMS can be quite one-sided. With a market share of 60%, WordPress is the dominant force with lots of free or premium plugins and templates. This popularity has lead to a huge third party plugin and theme development ecosystem creating a whole industry dedicated to the CMS. But what happens when you want to focus on security for your website? Having lots of third party add ons to rely on to be updated could be a potential risk. Being market share leader means that not only is it popular, the potential for a security risk is also a lot greater.

Open sourced CMS and third party plugin management

In a report (found here) we can see that in the third quarter of 2016 WordPress held a 74% lead on hacked websites, followed by Joomla (17%), Magento (6%) and Drupal (2%). It makes sense that WordPress would be at the top here as there are so many more users on WordPress than any other. And it isn't a surprise that a lot of these hacks are due to third party plugins. The upside of having an open source CMS is that there is a lot of freedom to create new plugins and themes based around it. But the downside is that you are open for hackers to download the source material and find loopholes to exploit.

Third party plugins can be increasingly unreliable if the developers aren't regularly patching their product. If the plugins or CMS isn't updated regularly (either through the developers side or relying on the client side) then this can mean that your client and their business are open to being hacked. Over 72% of all compromises are from PHP based backdoor incidents.

Partnered payment gateways with WebBoss

To deal with important aspects of an ecommerce site we have partnered directly with companies such as Allied Wallet, Barclaycard and Worldpay who deal directly with the clients. These partnerships mean we bypass any need for third-party plugins which can be troublesome and work solely with their developers to package a s

]]> contactus@webboss.io (Phil Mayne) Mon, 05 Mar 2018 11:22:22 +0000 https://webboss.io/blog/perma/1520247180/article/a-secure-cms-for-your-clients-ecommerce-website.html 1520247180 Security