Get Online Step By Step

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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.”

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These posts are made for beginners who want to build confidence online, one small step at a time.

How to Write a Meta Description

How to Write a Meta Description

When you search for something on Google, you usually see a bold page title and a short line of text underneath it. That little line is the meta description — and it matters more than you might think. In this post, I’ll walk you through how to write a meta description...

How I Plan Posts

How I Plan Posts

If you’ve ever opened your laptop with the best intentions to “write a blog post” and then sat there staring at the screen.  It made me feel so inadequate!  But you’re not alone. Planning posts used to feel like guesswork to me — what to write, when to post it, how...

How to Resize an Image

How to Resize an Image

Uploading big images straight from your phone or computer can slow down your website. Resizing them first makes your blog load faster, look cleaner, and feel more professional — even if you're just starting out. Thankfully, it doesn’t need to be technical or scary to...