Blog
The Design Dispatch Blog
This is a work in progress as we continue to find our voice. While we may not be the best writers, and some content may be AI-generated, but we are actively working on writing content that is informative and provides actual value and insight.
How Much Does a Website Cost in 2026? Honest Pricing From a Web Design Agency
A Cary restaurant owner called us last month after getting three wildly different quotes for a new website: $800, $4,500, and $18,000. "Are these people even quoting the same thing?" she asked. They were not. The $800 quote was a freelancer who would install a...
WordPress vs Wix vs Squarespace: Why WordPress Needs Maintenance (And Why It’s Worth It)
If you're researching WordPress vs Wix vs Squarespace, you've probably noticed something: everyone has an opinion. Wix fans love how easy it is. Squarespace users swear by the templates. And WordPress people? They'll talk your ear off about flexibility and control. So...
How Much Does It Cost to Fix a Hacked WordPress Site?
You just found out your WordPress site has been hacked. Maybe there's weird Japanese text in your Google results. Maybe your customers are getting redirected to a pharmacy site. Maybe your hosting provider shut you down entirely. Whatever happened, the first question...
The Truth About PIE: How Honey’s Co-Founder Ryan Hudson Is Misleading Users Again
Introduction Ryan Hudson, co-founder of Honey and the driving force behind the new People’s Internet Experiment (PIE), has a history of creating tools that appear user-friendly but operate with profit-driven motives. PIE claims to empower users with ad blockers and...
Exposing the PayPal Honey Scam, and how to prevent affiliate theft.
Introduction Honey, a popular browser extension owned by PayPal, became famous for helping people save money by automatically finding and applying coupon codes. It was marketed as a tool that made online shopping easier and more affordable, which led to millions of...
Why Shopify Website Design is Ideal for Product Companies
In today's digital landscape, having a robust online presence is crucial for product companies looking to thrive. Shopify, a leading e-commerce platform, offers a powerful solution for businesses aiming to create an attractive and functional website. This article...