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Welcome to Giant, where big ideas meet small business. Our blog offers creative solutions and the latest in design and technology, providing valuable insights and inspiration for business owners, designers, and tech enthusiasts. Join us as we explore how big ideas can make a big impact for small businesses.

Above the fold

The Above-the-Fold Section Has Two Audiences Now

In 2026, the top of your site is read by people and by language models that summarize, route, and recommend. If that first screen is vague, both audiences misinterpret you, and the rest of the page never gets a fair chance....

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In 2026, the top of your site is read by people and by language models that summarize, route, and recommend. If that first screen is vague, both audiences misinterpret you,...
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Gmail and Yahoo Have Turned Bulk Email Into a Compliance Problem

If you send bulk email to Gmail or Yahoo users, inbox placement now depends on meeting specific technical requirements like SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and one-click unsubscribe. This post explains the bulk sender threshold, what enforcement looks like in real life, and the exact checks...

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If you send bulk email to Gmail or Yahoo users, inbox placement now depends on meeting specific technical requirements like SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and one-click unsubscribe. This post explains the...
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When SMS Consent Is Required and When Your Website Needs Opt-In Language

In the US, SMS outreach is governed by two layers: the TCPA and FCC rules that set consent standards, and carrier messaging requirements enforced through A2P 10DLC registration and vetting. These layers overlap but they are not the same thing. Your website only needs...

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In the US, SMS outreach is governed by two layers: the TCPA and FCC rules that set consent standards, and carrier messaging requirements enforced through A2P 10DLC registration and vetting....
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Website Accessibility in Washington State: What Changes in 2026 and What to Do Now

Website accessibility requirements are tightening across Washington state agencies, local governments, and many healthcare and federally funded organizations, with 2026 deadlines tied to WCAG 2.1 AA and WCAG 2.2 AA. If your site supports public services, forms, scheduling, or payments, treating accessibility as a...

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Website accessibility requirements are tightening across Washington state agencies, local governments, and many healthcare and federally funded organizations, with 2026 deadlines tied to WCAG 2.1 AA and WCAG 2.2 AA....
Website success

Why People Don’t See the Value of a Website

People undervalue websites because they think a website is just a design project or an online brochure. This article explains what makes a website valuable, why the value is easy to miss, and how to tell if your site is actually helping....

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People undervalue websites because they think a website is just a design project or an online brochure. This article explains what makes a website valuable, why the value is easy...
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Understanding Passkeys in 2026

Passkeys are replacing passwords faster than most people realize. Here’s the simple breakdown of how they work, how to choose between Apple and 1Password, and which setup makes the most sense for families and businesses. If you want stronger security with less effort, this...

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Passkeys are replacing passwords faster than most people realize. Here’s the simple breakdown of how they work, how to choose between Apple and 1Password, and which setup makes the most...
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A Minimal Homepage Can Quietly Hurt Your SEO

A homepage with almost no copy can weaken SEO because it removes the headings, internal linking, and on-page context Google uses to understand what you do. The result is usually “brand-name only” visibility and confused visitors, when a clear homepage can help indexation, rankings,...

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A homepage with almost no copy can weaken SEO because it removes the headings, internal linking, and on-page context Google uses to understand what you do. The result is usually...
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Why Email File Size Still Matters for Deliverability

When it comes to email deliverability, many focus on subject lines and sender reputation, but there's an often-overlooked factor that can impact your results: email file size. Even in 2025, the size of your email can determine whether it lands in the inbox or...

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When it comes to email deliverability, many focus on subject lines and sender reputation, but there's an often-overlooked factor that can impact your results: email file size. Even in 2025,...
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Holiday Marketing, Reconsidered

Holiday marketing is starting to feel louder than it needs to be, and a lot of shoppers are tuning it out. This piece breaks down what’s changing and how to sell during the holidays without leaning on pressure, gimmicks, or constant discounts....

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Holiday marketing is starting to feel louder than it needs to be, and a lot of shoppers are tuning it out. This piece breaks down what’s changing and how to...
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What It Really Means When Your Website Goes Live

Going live is the handoff from staging to live hosting, plus DNS changes, SSL/HTTPS setup, and redirects that make the new site public and secure. It matters because launch week can look inconsistent even when everything is working, and you want to spot real...

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Going live is the handoff from staging to live hosting, plus DNS changes, SSL/HTTPS setup, and redirects that make the new site public and secure. It matters because launch week...