Chunky Squirrel

06/19/2026

Your email needs "ID" at the inbox door. Since spam and phishing have become major problems, email providers have put more strict systems in place to check who’s sending the message.

Email authentication is how inboxes check that your email really came from your domain, and the main pieces are SPF, DKIM, and DMARC.

They usually live in your domain’s DNS (Domain Name System) settings as small TXT records, and they help mail providers decide whether your emails can be trusted.

Luckily you do not need to fully understand every technical detail. But if website forms, newsletters, or business emails are ending up in spam or going missing, authentication is one of the first places to check.

Read more about how it works here (includes a link to a great free tool to check your authentication!): https://chunkysquirrel.com/how-to-fix-email-delivery-issues/

05/01/2026

Don’t get me wrong, strategy matters.
But I see it over and over again: blogs sitting in draft and content never getting published because people stay stuck in “thinking mode.”

04/29/2026

One of the reasons we love WordPress is how far you can take it.
You can add almost any functionality, without needing a fully custom-coded build (and the price tag that comes with it).

03/16/2026

Sharing an awesome free WordPress plugin on the blog today: Redirection. :)

It's free and will take care of all redirects you need.

An easy-to-follow tutorial with screenshots showing how to set up the Redirection plugin and create 301 redirects in WordPress.

02/27/2026

Today on the blog, we're talking about link building and how PR might be just what you need to do that! 😃

Instead of relying on "link farms" or questionable Fiverr deals, check out my conversation with a fellow Vancouver local (the fabulous WINT Communications) and see how Public Relations can help your business!

https://chunkysquirrel.com/vancouver-link-building-with-pr/

02/18/2026

Ever logged into your WordPress website and felt like you just opened a time capsule?

You start digging and discover:
• Three half-used page builders (or not used at all)
• A “temporary” plugin no longer updated since 2017
• Five contact forms (only one works… maybe)
• CSS (code) overrides stacked on top of overrides 😱
• A theme that hasn’t seen an update since dinosaurs roamed the internet 🦖
• And many many more surprises

Old WordPress sites can turn into archaeological sites surprisingly fast.
Each designer, developer, or “quick fix” can leave behind a little (or a lot) digital garbage.

The problem?
Outdated plugins + abandoned templates + mystery code =
⚠️ slower load times
⚠️ security risks
⚠️ things randomly breaking

Websites aren’t “set it and forget it.”

A clean backend means:
🥜 Better performance
🥜 Easier updates
🥜 Lower security risk
🥜 Less stress when you actually need to change something

If logging into your site feels like this, you might need a Squirrel to clean it up! 😅

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🐿️✨

As 2025 comes to an end, we want to say THANK YOU to all our amazing clients and fellow small business owners.

You’ve trusted us with your websites, your SEO, your tech emergencies and your email gremlins. We’re grateful to be part of your journey.

Wishing you a cozy, peaceful, and most of all FUN holiday season. See you in 2026!

Tanja & Jelger

12/22/2025

Hi, I’m Tanja, the chatty squirrel behind the brand. The majority of my time, I spend helping small businesses get more qualified traffic to their website with SEO. I’m here to help you figure out what’s not working, why it matters, and what to do next.

📈 One-time SEO audits
🧠 Strategy sessions
✍️ Blog and page content guidance (with AI-assisted examples, if helpful)

On a more personal level, I enjoy:
📚 Starting (and abandoning) random hobbies
🐾 Watching cat videos
🍵 Double-bagging big mugs of tea (because one bag is never enough)

Got a question about SEO or not sure where to start? I’m always happy to chat!

12/18/2025

We team up with a talented graphic designer to create fully custom websites. (No templates here!) Whether you need the full visual package or already have branding in place, we'll bring your style to life online.

🎨 Custom graphics
🖼️ Bold, clear layouts
🌈 Design that fits you (not just a template)

And of course we keep website best practices in mind, so it looks amazing AND works for you and your visitors.

12/16/2025

Is your site broken, slow, or just plain weird?

Hi, I’m Jelger, your website tech problem-solver. I handle the behind-the-scenes stuff: from custom coding and bug fixing to WordPress builds and tool setups.

🧰 Website development
🔧 Troubleshooting + fixes
📊 Google tools setup
✉️ email troubleshooting

On a more personal level, I do enjoy:
🏡 Cabin building (check out )
🌭 Sausage making
🦝 Raccoon spotting during nighttime walks with Tanja

Got a website issue or tech question? Send us a message!