What is an RFP? Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting A request for proposal or RFP is an official document calling for companies to submit bids or offers to perform a service or deliver products. Follow along and we’ll explain what is an RFP and when to use one. Then we’ll compare an RFP, Request for Quote (Continue Reading
Opt-In Email Hacking (For The Ethical Marketer) Updated on September 17, 2025 InMotion Hosting Opt-in email is not magic, sometimes it happens organically. In helping a friend with their website a few months ago, we encountered a problem with spam in the comments section. The website quickly gained in popularity, and there were many legitimate comments sprinkled in with the spam. We wanted to control the spam situation without stifling any legitimate comments. Continue Reading
Open Source Projects to Follow in 2021 Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting Every day, more and more open source projects appear in the software landscape. But not only that, communities of volunteers from all over the world revolve around these projects to support their growth and development. And we, the end users, benefit from this collaboration by having access to free (or at least affordable) software to help us get things done and take care of business.Continue Reading
Best Practices for Online Marketing Updated on May 12, 2025 InMotion Hosting The best way for you to exercise your marketing muscles is to jump in and immediately get yourself going with your planning and strategies. Best marketing practices should start with first setting proper expectations while concentrating on the competition, consistency, and Continue Reading
The Best CRM Plugins for WordPress Updated on August 20, 2024 InMotion Hosting Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software can help you track and manage your clients, as well as identify underperforming segments in your business so you can turn them into growth opportunities.Continue Reading
6 Tips for Creating an Engaging E-commerce Store Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor In the highly competitive world of e-commerce, setting yourself apart from other vendors is crucial, and it can be achieved through a combination of superior products, competitive pricing, and an exceptional ecommerce host. However, in an industry where competition is fierce, relying solely on product quality and pricing may not be enough. A generic or uninspiring online store can present significant challenges in selling even the most outstanding products.Continue Reading
Why It’s Important to Keep Your Privacy Policy Updated Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor When you think about Privacy Policies, you probably dread the thought of reading through endless amounts of “legalese” that the average human being tries to avoid at all costs. Oftentimes, these policies are hidden under layers and layers of content on websites. And for many, this is for good reason: businesses are not inclined to incorporate 100-page policies on websites meant to convey an enticing brand for current and potential customers. Continue Reading
Why Open Source Software Needs Non-Technical Roles Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor Marketers, designers, writers, and other non-developer skill sets make open source projects grow, thrive, and stay competitive. InMotion Hosting has a long history of using and supporting open source software.Continue Reading
Understanding The Process Behind Email Delivery Updated on September 17, 2025 InMotion Hosting When troubleshooting email issues, it’s a good idea to re-familiarize yourself with the process behind email delivery and how your host processes email. Becoming better acquainted with how email works will help you troubleshoot issues you may have in the future. While it may seem anachronistic, email is still an important part of the Information Technology landscape.Continue Reading
Working From Home? Here Are The Best Zoom Alternatives For Online Video Conferencing Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting Working from home is quickly becoming the rule instead of the exception. In order to maintain growth in today’s world, businesses must learn how to continue operations online — which includes implementing and using a reliable video conferencing platform. Continue Reading
How to Build a Professional WordPress Website Fast Updated on January 23, 2024 Shay Bravo You need to get online quickly. You’ve already purchased your hosting and set up your email, but now you need to create your website. The great news is that you can easily create a beautiful website with Continue Reading
Keeping Your Business Afloat During An Economic Downturn Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting Every business—big and small—is never more than a breath away from economic hardship. Facing an unexpected downturn is a dreaded day for all, but they are a fact of life. Small businesses will be hit hardest when the numbers go south. But there are ways to mitigate the effects.Continue Reading
What is Colocation? Updated on May 27, 2026 Jennifer Fan Colocation is a hosting service where businesses place their servers in data centers operated and managed by third-party experts. It’s a great option for businesses that want to control their servers without worrying about running a data center.Continue Reading
Types of Key Performance Indicators You May Have Missed Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting You put a lot of effort into maximizing your website’s potential through SEO and choosing the best web hosting, and naturally, you want to be able to see the ROI in a meaningful way. Key performance indicators or KPIs are a great way to do that. A KPI is a metric that measures important data over time. Continue Reading
Master Your Inbox For Focus and Clarity Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting Did you know spam makes up most of the email traffic going back and forth from inboxes all over the world? It’s not surprising at all how much spam is out there when you consider how much time you spend clearing all that crud out of your inbox. Most knowledge workers spend Continue Reading