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Our blog covers custom web design, modern development and digital visibility. We share hands-on knowledge, current trends, and proven strategies for everyone aiming to get more out of their website – from design and performance to usability, SEO, and digital success factors.

Evelan Blog

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EU AI Act 2026: New Obligations for Businesses

Andreas Straub • Jul 24, 2026

Tips & Tricks

Starting August 2, 2026, the EU AI Act will introduce new transparency requirements for chatbots, deepfakes, and AI-generated content. We explain all the deadlines, fines, and what companies need to do now.

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Zero Click Search und der unsichtbare Traffic-Verlust

Andreas Straub • Jul 22, 2026

KI-Sichtbarkeit

68 % aller Google-Suchen enden ohne Klick. Erfahren Sie, warum Ihre Website Besucher verliert und was KMU jetzt gegen den Zero-Click-Trend tun können.

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Why Accessible Websites Rank Better on Google

Andreas Straub • Jun 24, 2026

Web Accessibility

Web accessibility and SEO share the same goal: WCAG-compliant websites earn 23% more organic traffic on average, according to Semrush. Why clean code pays off twice.

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Accessible Website Relaunch Step by Step

Andreas Straub • Jun 24, 2026

Web Accessibility

Accessible website, SEO relaunch and headless CMS in one project: how to reach your goal in 7 steps with the right website relaunch agency , without ranking losses.

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What Your Website Must Meet Under WCAG 2.1 and 2.2

Andreas Straub • Jun 23, 2026

Web Accessibility

WCAG explained in plain terms: the law requires Level AA of WCAG 2.1. An overview of the four principles, the three levels, and what is new in WCAG 2.2.

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Building an Accessible Website: Costs, Process and What Agencies Won't Tell You

Andreas Straub • Jun 23, 2026

Web Accessibility

What does an accessible website cost? Building one typically runs EUR 2,500 to 30,000. Costs, process and hidden items explained honestly.

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BFSG Compliance Check: Does Germany's Accessibility Law Apply to My Website?

Andreas Straub • Jun 21, 2026

Web Accessibility

Germany's BFSG has been in force since 28 June 2025. Find out who is affected, which websites must comply, and what penalties apply. Check now.

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Accessible Website: The Complete Guide for Businesses

Andreas Straub • Jun 21, 2026

Web Accessibility

94.8 % of all websites have WCAG errors (WebAIM 2025). What the BFSG means for your business, who it affects, and what an accessible website costs.

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Online Marketing Guide: Strategy, Website, Data

Andreas Straub • May 10, 2026

Online Marketing

A strong online marketing strategy only works if all your efforts come together in one place: your own website. Find out why a professional website is the most important marketing tool today.

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Online Marketing KPIs: The Metrics That Matter in 2026

Andreas Straub • May 10, 2026

Online Marketing

Online marketing is only successful if results are measurable. This article shows which KPIs are crucial in online marketing and why a clear online marketing strategy is necessary.

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How Businesses Avoid Common Online Marketing Mistakes

Andreas Straub • May 05, 2026

Online Marketing

Many companies invest in online marketing but still receive hardly any inquiries. The reason is almost never the budget, but rather a lack of an overall strategy for the website, content, and user guidance.

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Marketing Budget Planning: The Guide for B2B SMEs

Andreas Straub • May 05, 2026

Online Marketing

Many companies burn through their marketing budget because they advertise without optimizing their website. The result: lots of traffic, few inquiries. In this blog, we show you how to plan your marketing budget.

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Why a Business Website Is Essential in 2026

Andreas Straub • Apr 16, 2026

Webdesign
Invest & impact

This article shows why a professional website is the foundation of any successful online marketing strategy and how companies can use it to grow in the long term.

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Social Media Without a Website? Why It Doesn't Work

Andreas Straub • Apr 16, 2026

Online Marketing
Webdesign

Social media brings reach and websites bring customers. Learn why social media alone is not a stable business model and why your website should be the foundation of any online strategy.

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Turn Website Visitors Into Customers: 9 Conversion Levers

Andreas Straub • Apr 12, 2026

Digital User Guidance
Webdesign

Why do visitors click on a website or leave without making an inquiry? Clicks follow clear psychological patterns. This guide shows how modern websites influence decisions and build trust.

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Micro-Conversions: Make Trust Measurable

Andreas Straub • Apr 10, 2026

Digital User Guidance
Online Marketing

Micro-conversions reveal how users think, make decisions, and build trust. By understanding these small steps and leveraging them strategically, you can transform a website into a measurably effective conversion system.

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Trust Elements: 7 Credibility Signals for Serious Websites

Andreas Straub • Apr 10, 2026

Digital User Guidance
Webdesign

Trust determines whether visitors stay or leave. This blog explains which trust-building elements make a website truly credible and why they are essential for generating more leads.

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Professional Website for Lead Generation: What Matters

Andreas Straub • Apr 08, 2026

Digitale Nutzerführung

Learn how a professional website and targeted website optimization can boost lead generation. Discover which web design elements are key to attracting more inquiries.

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Online Buying Process Explained: Psychology of Inquiries

Andreas Straub • Apr 08, 2026

Digital User Guidance

Why do users take immediate action on some websites? Online purchasing decisions follow clear patterns. By tailoring your website design to these patterns, you can systematically convert visitors into leads.

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Website First Impression: What 50 Milliseconds Decide

Andreas Straub • Apr 03, 2026

Digital User Guidance

Stay or leave? The decision is made in a matter of milliseconds. Read on to learn how professional website design builds trust and boosts conversions.

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Web Design and Decisions: 10 Triggers for More Clicks

Andreas Straub • Apr 03, 2026

Digitale Nutzerführung

Clicks don’t happen by chance; they follow psychological patterns. This article highlights the key triggers in web design that make decisions easier, build trust, and measurably increase conversions.

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Legally Compliant Website: The Practical Guide

Andreas Straub • Mar 23, 2026

Website Security

A legally compliant website can only be created when data protection, technology, and security work together seamlessly. This guide shows what really matters and where typical risks lie.

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How to Close the Biggest Security Gaps on Your Website

Andreas Straub • Mar 23, 2026

Website Security

Cyberattacks can affect any website today. A secure website is crucial for trust, data protection, and long-term success. Here you can find out why a professionally created website provides long-term protection.

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Legally Compliant Imprint & Data Protection for Your Website

Andreas Straub • Mar 18, 2026

Website Security

A correct legal notice and properly implemented data protection are mandatory for every website. This article shows what is important and how websites can be set up to be legally compliant from the outset.

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