Practical guides to keeping an eye on the web
Short, useful how-tos for tracking competitors, prices, stock and policy changes, written for people with better things to do than refresh web pages.
How to monitor a website for changes
Five ways to monitor a web page for changes, from free browser tricks to automatic alerts, plus tips to avoid noisy alerts.
7 min read
How to track competitor prices without spreadsheets
A practical way for small shops to track competitor prices: what to watch, how often, and how to act on changes without a spreadsheet.
6 min read
How to get an alert when a product is back in stock
Ways to get notified when an out-of-stock product returns, why shop alerts often fail, and how to set up a reliable back-in-stock alert.
5 min read
How to keep track of terms and policy changes
A simple system for small businesses to notice changes to supplier terms, marketplace policies and regulations before they cause problems.
6 min read