Acorn Web Design, Wantage

06/08/2025

Social media graphic created for Advanced Marquees

Prepare for sunshine ☀️ Be ready for rain 🌧️

📞 01367 242931 / 07879 453055
🌐 www.advancedmarquees.com

29/07/2025

Graphic and facebook post created for Advanced Marquees in Faringdon

From small garden parties to weddings and corporate events, Advanced Marquees has you covered!

07/07/2025

New website and facebook graphic created for Pulham & Co, accountant in Stanford in the Vale - https://pulhamandco.co.uk/

06/07/2025

Acorn Web Design, based in Grove, near Wantage in Oxfordshire, offer website design, search engine optimisation, website hosting and associated services for small companies and organisations in the Wantage, Faringdon, Hungerford, Didcot, Witney, and Abingdon area as well as elsewhere in the UK.

26/06/2025

⭐ Customer Testimonial ⭐

A big thank you to Sarah from Baulking Dog Field for this lovely feedback!

It was a pleasure working with Sarah on her new website - take a look at it here: www.baulkingdogfield.co.uk

Want to see more feedback from some of our happy clients?
Visit: https://acorn-web-design-wantage.co.uk/testimonials/

13/05/2025

Website created for Baytree Podiatry - https://baytreepodiatry.co.uk

05/05/2025

📱 Quishing – The QR Code Scam You Might Not See Coming

You’ve probably scanned a QR code recently — maybe to check a menu, download an app, or make a payment.

But did you know QR codes can be used by scammers too?

Quishing (QR phishing) is a fast-growing scam where fraudsters create fake QR codes that direct you to malicious websites. These pages are designed to steal your login details, install malware, or trick you into making a payment.

🚨 The problem? QR codes don’t show you where they lead until it’s too late.

🧾 These scams might appear:

On fake delivery slips or letters

In phishing emails or texts

On posters or stickers (sometimes placed over genuine QR codes)

💡 Tips to stay safe:

Be cautious of QR codes in unsolicited messages or unfamiliar places

After scanning, always check the website address carefully — does it look legitimate? Is it the exact domain you expect?

Never enter login or payment details unless you're sure the site is genuine

For businesses: regularly check marketing posters in public places or signs outside your premises haven’t had fake QR stickers placed over them

Use a QR scanner app that previews the link before opening

QR codes are useful — but just like with links and attachments, a healthy dose of caution goes a long way.

28/04/2025

🚨 Watch Out for Fake Google Reviews

Received a strange 1-star review from someone you’ve never dealt with? You’re not alone — fake reviews are an increasing issue for small businesses.

Sometimes these are left maliciously by competitors, bots, or even companies who then offer to “remove” the review — for a fee. That’s a scam in itself.

📌 The good news? Google allows you to report reviews that go against their policies — including fake content, spam, or conflicts of interest.

✅ Tips for dealing with suspicious reviews:

Check the reviewer’s profile — do they seem legitimate? If not then report the review through your Google Business Profile

If you don’t recognise them, avoid responding emotionally. Keep any responses calm, professional, and factual. A polite and measured reply shows potential customers that you take feedback seriously and act professionally — even when the review might not be genuine.

22/04/2025

🚨 Scam emails are getting sneakier — and more dangerous. They often look like they’re from trusted sources such as your hosting provider, domain registrar, bank, or even Google.

But one wrong click can do real damage: ❗ You could be tricked into handing over login details ❗ Or worse — clicking a link could download a virus or malware to your device

🔍 Watch for:

Suspicious or misspelled email addresses

Generic greetings like “Dear customer”

Urgent demands like “Your account will be deleted”

Unfamiliar links or attachments

✅ Tip: Never click links or download files from emails you're unsure about.
If you are a client of Acorn Web Design, and are unsure if an email is legit, just forward anything suspicious onto us and we’ll happily check it for you.

🔐 Stay safe online — and know we’ve got your back.

21/04/2025

🎯 Action Pack Figures Trend!

We’ve been having a bit of fun with the latest social media craze: Action Pack Figures!

Here are a few we’ve created for our clients💥

These fun graphics are a great way to grab attention and stand out online, whilst promoting your business!

Want your own action figure graphic? Email us at [email protected]