Housekeeping: Update Your Copyright Year
Don’t forget to update the copyright year in your footer… better yet, automate it.
As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to take care of some website housekeeping. One often-overlooked but important task is updating the copyright year in your site’s footer. While it’s a small detail, an outdated year can give the impression that your site isn’t actively maintained. Thankfully, there’s a straightforward way to automate this update so you don’t have to think about it again.
Why This Matters
• Efficiency: Eliminate the need for manual updates every January.
• Professionalism: Avoid giving visitors the impression that your site is outdated.
• Attention to Detail: Small enhancements like this demonstrate a commitment to quality.
Grab and Go
If your site runs on a CMS, you may already have options for dynamic updates through plugins or themes. If not, feel free to copy and paste the code below for the most common path:
Javacript
<script>
document.getElementById("year").textContent = new Date().getFullYear();
</script>
HTML
<footer>
© <span id="year"></span> Your Company Name
</footer>
Takeaway: This is just one of many common approaches, but if your setup is a bit more intricate or you’d like some extra support, feel free to ping our team. We’d be happy to help fine-tune the details. This simple update is also a great reminder that attention to detail in website maintenance reflects well on your brand.
Here are a few do’s and don’ts to keep in mind when picking your website domain.
The best logos happen when AI’s efficiency meets the thoughtful, strategic insight of a professional.
Here are five lessons from Ogilvy that every marketer and business owner should remember.
This glossary features three beginner-friendly terms per letter for anyone new to creative teams.
Don’t forget to update the copyright year in your footer… better yet, automate it.
Our Creativity