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We publish news digests in our ‘News & Views Blog’ keeping you up to date with news regarding our services and special offers, ICT and technological developments, news for charitable 

and community companies and more!  


Normally published bi-monthly + occasional others.

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Our e-newsletter updates have been suspended for the time being. 

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First Stop Web Design was established in 2004


We are a small community collective based in Birmingham UK, providing access to affordable services, advice and information to enhance or improve your Internet presence, online marketing and social media communications. 


We specialise in producing low-cost, yet high-quality websites and aftercare, other online services, email & file sharing and production & print/delivery of marketing materials. 


Our team can set up other facilities such as online shops, social networks, forums, online bookings / ticketing or surveys and much more.


First Stop Design is part of Naphtali & Associates .

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Brexit: Guide to using personal data in your business after the transition period

by Site Admin • 16 Oct, 2020
What action you need to take regarding data protection with the EU/EEA now that the UK has left the EU, and the transition period after Brexit comes to an end this year.
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Coronavirus: Free online training opportunities

by Site Admin • 16 Oct, 2020
The Minister for the Economy has announced 3,000 funded online training places for people whose employment has been disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic.
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The free YELL website health & privacy check guide

by First Stop Design • 16 Oct, 2020
We are sharing the 'YELL Website Health Check Guide' with all our visitors, subscribers and supported customers. It is a really useful guide that you should retain for reference.
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First Stop Design : Useful resources directory

by First Stop Design • 16 Oct, 2020
In our Useful Resources sections you will find selected links to useful websites and guidance that you may find helpful in managing your online and desktop resources.
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How Zoom technology became the defining app of the COVID-19 era

by Site Admin • 28 Jun, 2020
In a new age of lockdowns, the US video platform has become this year’s most useful social tool. They are “transforming the way organisations communicate.”
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14 Ways to create a secure password in 2020 (that you’ll remember)

by Site Admin • 28 Jun, 2020
Whether you are an individual or a business handling sensitive data. There is a mounting requirement to be able to create and memorize 100's of passwords.
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GDPR after Brexit : Are you up to speed on data protection regulations?

by Site Admin • 10 Mar, 2020
The government’s general election victory in 2019 means parliament is now unlikely to reject the revised European Union Bill. Brexit should, therefore, finally go ahead on 31 January 2020.

LastPass : The last password you'll ever need

by Site Admin • 05 Mar, 2018
The best way to manage passwords? Just remember your master password and LastPass does the rest! LastPass remembers all of your passwords, so that you don't have to.

How many hats can you wear? - The pitfalls of DIY web design

by First Stop Design • 05 Mar, 2018
When you use a DIY website builder, be prepared to act as a brand strategist, graphic designer, web designer, copywriter etc – while running your business! Is it worth it?

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Supporting community initiatives

Ever since its development in 2004, First Stop Web Design has committed to donating a percentage of its net income to good causes. 


These tend to be small grassroots charities, enterprises and small businesses with social impact.

See some examples

Together with our parent group, we have supported the development of a number of initiatives managed directly or in partnership with others.


We encourage these agencies to collaborate and / or support each others services.

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