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Daniel Barker
@danielbarker.uk
Experienced Wellingborough based web designer specialising in WordPress & Elementor.

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Forgetting padding on containers on mobile pushes content right to the edges. Here’s how to fix it so your layouts look clean and readable.

#elementor #elementortips #wordpress #responsivewebdesign #uiux
December 11, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Use dynamic tags to display the current year automatically, show your site title across templates, and insert post titles throughout your pages with ease.

#elementor #webdesigntips #dynamictags #freelancer #elementorpro
December 10, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Using too many nested containers can slow you down and make layouts harder to manage. Here’s how to simplify your structure and keep Elementor running smoothly.

#elementor #elementortips #wordpress #webdesign #freelancerlife
December 9, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Here are 3 more things I always do before starting an Elementor project: add custom CSS, set up global styles, and gather all the images first.

#elementor #wordpress #elementorsetup #freelancer #elementorhelp
December 8, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Rebuilding the same element over and over wastes time. Save it as a global element instead, here’s the smarter way to work.

#elementor #elementortips #wordpress #webdesign #elementorpro
December 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Before building any Elementor site, I always do these 3 things: enable theme inheritance, install a child theme, and set up custom breakpoints.

#elementor #wordpress #elementorsetup #freelancer #elementorhelp
December 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Stop styling text manually in Elementor. Use Global Styles to set everything once and keep your site consistent and easy to update. Follow for more quick Elementor tips.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesignmistakes #globalstyles #elementortips
December 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Updated your site but nothing changed? It’s usually just the cache showing old content. Here’s the quick fix.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesign #freelancerlife #websitefix
December 4, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Published your site 10 minutes ago and it’s already "missing"? Google indexing isn’t instant. Here’s why your site needs time to appear.

#seo #elementor #googleindexing #webdesign #freelance
December 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Keep your Elementor site running fast! Limit plugins, reduce nested containers, and avoid inline CSS for smoother, cleaner performance.

#elementor #wordpress #websitespeed #pagespeed #freelancer
December 2, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Don’t set your homepage as a maintenance screen. Use Elementor’s built-in Maintenance Mode so visitors see the right page while you edit behind the scenes.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesign #webdesignmistakes #elementortips
December 1, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Boost your Elementor site’s speed fast! Disable unused widgets, host fonts locally, and optimize images for lightning-fast performance.

#elementor #wordpress #websitespeed #pagespeed #freelancer
November 30, 2025 at 6:59 PM
A blank 404 page is a missed opportunity. Create a proper 404 template in Elementor to guide users back to your homepage instead of leaving them stuck.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesignmistakes #404page #elementortips
November 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Here are 3 things I always do before handing a site to a client. Simple final checks that ensure everything looks great and runs smoothly.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesign #freelancetips #webdesigntips #clientprojects
November 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Why Your Website Shouldn’t Auto-Update Itself!

#elementor #wordpress #webdesign #pluginupdates #websitecare
November 27, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Stop Installing Analytics Plugins in Elementor!

#elementor #webdesign #googleanalytics #webdesignmistakes #marketingtips
November 26, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Discover 3 powerful Essential Addons widgets for Elementor: Advanced Menu, Content Timeline, and Toggle. Boost site navigation, structure, and interactivity.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesignhacks #essentialaddons #freelancer
November 25, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Learn how to set up a custom 404 page in Elementor. A quick guide to creating a branded “Page Not Found” template that enhances your site’s user experience.

#elementor #webdesign #wordpresstips #404page #freelancer
November 23, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Learn how to set up a maintenance mode page in Elementor. A quick guide to display a custom “Coming Soon” or “Under Maintenance” page for visitors.

#elementor #maintenancemode #freelance #webdesign #freelancer
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Learn how to change the font weight of a single word or phrase in Elementor using CSS. A quick guide to bolding or styling specific text precisely.

#elementor #webdesignhacks #freelance #wordpresstips #freelancer
November 19, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Learn how to make a file download from an Elementor button. A quick guide to linking media files like PDFs, images, and docs for instant user downloads.

#elementor #webdesignhacks #freelance #webdesign #freelancer
November 17, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Learn how to change the colour of a single word or phrase in Elementor using custom CSS. A quick tip for highlighting specific text without affecting the rest.

#elementor #webdesignhacks #freelance #webdesign #webdeveloper
November 15, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Want to add some holiday magic to your website? In my new YouTube tutorial, I’ll show you how to build a fully interactive Advent Calendar using JetEngine, JetPopup, and Elementor!

Tutorial: youtu.be/bNQOxt2FwFU

#elementor #crocoblock #jetengine #webdesign #adventcalendar
November 13, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Learn how to add a favicon to your Elementor website. A quick guide to uploading your site icon in WordPress for a more polished, branded look.

#elementor #webdesignhacks #freelance #webdesign #freelancer
November 11, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Learn how to install Adobe Fonts in Elementor. A quick tutorial on connecting Adobe Fonts (Typekit) to your WordPress site for clean, custom typography.

#elementor #wordpress #webdesignhacks #adobefonts #elementorhelp
November 9, 2025 at 1:59 PM