Get Online Step By Step
Clear, step-by-step support for midlife beginners starting their online journey.
Where Would You Like To Start?
Hello, I’m Jackie
I run Get Online Step by Step — a calm, practical space for beginners who want to learn the internet and build something online, without any tech stress.
I taught for many years, so I break things down clearly, use plain English, and keep everything at a steady pace.
If you’ve ever felt like the digital world left you behind—this space is for you.
“This is the first time I’ve read something about websites that actually makes sense. I feel like maybe… I can do this.”
Fresh From The Blog
Learn something useful in 5 minutes or less:
These posts are made for beginners who want to build confidence online, one small step at a time.
Turn Tech Fear into Confidence:
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the idea of building a website, let me tell you—you’re not alone. I know what it's like to feel paralysed by technology. At first, the terms, words and tools seemed like they were written in a different language! I worried constantly...
How To Start A Blog In 30 Minutes
Choosing the Perfect Domain Name Picking your blog’s domain name is an exciting first step—it’s like naming your new business or passion project. Your domain is your blog's web address, such as www.getonlinestepbystep.com. It’s the identity people will associate with...
How a Website Really Works
You’ve probably heard people say, “I created a website,” as if that’s all there is to it. I know because it’s certainly what I thought when I first started out, Just create a website, and voilà! Done. But that’s not quite how it works. Creating a website is only the...