Welcome to Blueocto.
boutique web design & development agency.
How can we take your next digital project to the next level?
Services & Skills
what we do
The key services we specialise in.
Web Design
Completely custom web design, in-keeping with your existing branding. Our roots are in traditional Advertising and Design, we walk you through the process so you have involvement from the get-go...
Web Development
Bespoke web development, built semantically with web accessibility and SEO in mind. With over 14 years experience and Google-accreditated you can be sure our code is of quality and follows best practices.
WordPress
WordPress is the most popular Content Management System - well supported, a myriad of resources and free functionality it can be incredibly flexible as a starter website to a full-blown eCommerce experience...
Shopify & eCommerce
As Shopify partners we know how great the shopping experience can be for your customers. Creating unique designs that are fast and enjoyable to use...
Website Support & Maintenance
Maintaining your website is key to ensuring it is bug-free, secure and an enjoyable experience for your customers and clients...
Technical SEO
We specialise in Tech SEO, often liaising with Marketing Managers or your PPC agency, to ensure your website ticks all the boxes with Google...
Google Core Web Vitals
Core Web Vitals are four key areas that Google now scores your website out of 100 points - Performance (speed), Web Accessibility, Security and SEO. These are measurable using Google tools and we can provide tangible results...
Web Accessibility
Web Accessibility is the conscious effort to design and build websites with users in mind, that may have disabilities or temporary inabilities. Meeting the WCAG standard is critical to many organisations and businesses...

Web Design
Completely custom web design, in-keeping with your existing branding. Our roots are in traditional Advertising and Design, we walk you through the process so you have involvement from the get-go...

Web Development
Bespoke web development, built semantically with web accessibility and SEO in mind. With over 14 years experience and Google-accreditated you can be sure our code is of quality and follows best practices.

WordPress
WordPress is the most popular Content Management System - well supported, a myriad of resources and free functionality it can be incredibly flexible as a starter website to a full-blown eCommerce experience...

Shopify & eCommerce
As Shopify partners we know how great the shopping experience can be for your customers. Creating unique designs that are fast and enjoyable to use...

Website Support & Maintenance
Maintaining your website is key to ensuring it is bug-free, secure and an enjoyable experience for your customers and clients...

Technical SEO
We specialise in Tech SEO, often liaising with Marketing Managers or your PPC agency, to ensure your website ticks all the boxes with Google...

Google Core Web Vitals
Core Web Vitals are four key areas that Google now scores your website out of 100 points - Performance (speed), Web Accessibility, Security and SEO. These are measurable using Google tools and we can provide tangible results...

Web Accessibility
Web Accessibility is the conscious effort to design and build websites with users in mind, that may have disabilities or temporary inabilities. Meeting the WCAG standard is critical to many organisations and businesses...
Projects and Case Studies
latest work we're proud of
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Darlington College, Website Maintenance and Support
Darlington College is at the heart of the local community and strive to serve their community’s educational...
Read more about Darlington College, Website Maintenance and Support
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Forfusion, Website Maintenance and Support, Newcastle
Forfusion are trusted by large public and private sector companies to design, implement and manage technological infrastructure....
Read more about Forfusion, Website Maintenance and Support, Newcastle
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Electra Developments UK, Website Maintenance and Support, Newcastle
Electra Developments specialise in sourcing and developing sites for Food Retail Stores, Business Parks and Industrial Estates,...
Read more about Electra Developments UK, Website Maintenance and Support, Newcastle
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Wainman Trust charity based in Nottingham. WordPress web design and development
The Wainman Trust has been established to raise funds to build a Care Community designed specifically for older...
Read more about Wainman Trust charity based in Nottingham. WordPress web design and development
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The Book Detectives based in Newcastle. WordPress web design and development
The Book Detectives makes choosing children’s books an easy, enjoyable and stress-free process. Started by Lizzie, a...
Read more about The Book Detectives based in Newcastle. WordPress web design and development
Selected Client List
we keep good company
We're proud to work with some fantastic local and national businesses










Latest news & thoughts
what we're thinking
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How to add a new user to your Google Analytics account
The team at Blueocto get a lot of questions about Google Analytics and how to use it...
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Sunderland web design business celebrates seven year birthday as woman-led company is shortlisted for regional award
A female-led digital business based in Sunderland is celebrating seven successful years this month as the team...
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Can you design a website on Shopify?
Designing a new website on the popular platform Shopify is absolutely possible if you have a plan...