Tips, by First Wave
Welcome to the First Wave blog, here you will find helpful tips, answers to frequently asked questions and pertinent information that has been gleaned from the web. We update it often, and this is a searchable area, where you can pull information on many topics. For more information please contact First Wave.
Lynn Riel – Van Bolderen
CEO – WebMaster
First Wave Website Management Ltd.
What is reCAPTCHA? Webform Security
Do you have web forms? You should know what reCAPTCHA is. The primary goal of reCAPTCHA is to provide a practical and effective means of website security by leveraging human cognitive abilities to defeat automated bots. It is an excellent security tool to keep your...
Setting Up Instagram to Manage Through Meta Business Suite
Managing your social media efficiently is essential for any business, and Meta Business Suite is a powerful tool that helps you do just that, all from one convenient dashboard. While it’s widely known for managing Facebook Pages, did you know you can also manage and...
LinkedIn Best Practices for Small Businesses: How to Build Connections That Matter
In today’s competitive market, a strong LinkedIn presence isn’t just a bonus for small businesses—it’s essential. Whether you're a service provider, retailer, or consultant, LinkedIn offers a powerful platform to connect with customers, showcase your expertise, and...
Best Practices for Creating Engaging Social Media Content
Creating engaging social media content is key to building a strong online presence and connecting with your audience. High-quality, thoughtful content encourages interaction, grows your following, and helps convert followers into customers. Here are some best...
Getting Started with Meta Business Suite: A Guide for Small Business Owners
Meta Business Suite is a powerful, all-in-one tool designed to simplify the way you manage your Facebook and Instagram business accounts. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to streamline your social media efforts, this guide will walk you through what Meta...
Using Facebook Insights to Measure Your Business Performance
Understanding how your Facebook Business Page is performing is crucial for improving your online presence and engaging more effectively with your audience. Facebook Insights is the tool designed to give you a clear picture of how your content is resonating, helping...
Switching to Your Facebook Business Page and Creating Posts: A Step-by-Step Guide
Managing your business presence on Facebook starts with accessing your Business Page the right way. Many small business owners get tripped up switching between their personal and business accounts, which can lead to confusion or missed opportunities. This simple guide...
Cheers to Our Clients! Community Votes 2025 Winners
59 of our clients took home 102 awards across more than 78 categoriesIt’s an honour to work with such dedicated, successful businesses, and we’re proud to support you every step of the way. Below are the winners of the 2025 Community Votes Awards for the Niagara...
Protect Your Domain: Best Practices for Group Emailing Without Getting Blacklisted
How Sending Just a Few Group Emails Can Get You Blacklisted (And How to Avoid It) A mass email list refers to sending the same or similar email to multiple recipients at once, especially when they didn’t explicitly request or subscribe to receive those emails. Many...
Setup Outlook Email IMAP Settings
Instructions are for most of our servers. here are those first 4 steps larger
