About Canny Commerce

Good design.
A familiar
face.

I’m Matt. A Hartlepool-based web designer who likes making good things for good people. Websites, practical ideas and a proper working relationship.

Matt Elener · Founder & Web Designer

Yep. That’s me. ↗

A small studio with a personal approach

It's your business.
I get invested.

Getting to know your business is part of the job. What you do, who you do it for and what your website needs to achieve.

You’ll work directly with me from our first conversation through design, development and launch, with ongoing support available afterwards.

Real businesses. Thoughtful design. ↗

How it all started

From beard oil
to better websites.

Before Canny Commerce, I ran my own online shops, selling everything from beard oil to personalised gifts. The bit I enjoyed most? Designing and building the websites.

That became the business. Today I help other businesses create websites that reflect who they are and make life easier for their customers.

Business owner first Designer at heart Still hands-on

What working together feels like

Good work.
Good conversations.

A few things that matter to me, whatever we’re building.

Let's keep
it clear.

Plain English, honest advice and space to ask questions. You should understand what we’re doing and why.

The details
matter.

From the first impression to the contact form, the little things help a website feel right and work well.

Launch is
a beginning.

Your business keeps moving. Hosting, maintenance and support can help your website move with it.

A few ways I can help

Make it look good.
Make life simpler.

A new website, ongoing care or a better way to handle everyday work.

Websites with
personality.

WordPress websites and redesigns built around your business and your customers.

A website
looked after.

Managed hosting, regular maintenance and practical help when you need it.

Less admin.
More progress.

Through SimpleOps, business portals that bring everyday workflows together.

A few of the businesses I’ve worked with

And away from the screen?

A little more Matt.

Good design is serious work.
There’s room for a bit of personality too.

Canny comments

Nice people.
Nice words.

★★★★★

“Very good service. Matt listened to what we needed and made it reality. Great communication throughout. Highly recommended.”

Oliver Walker · BrewCo

It starts with a conversation

Got something
in mind?
I'm all ears.

A new website, a fresh direction or a problem you need a hand with. Tell me what you’re thinking.

Good design.
A familiar
face.

It's your business.
I get invested.

From beard oil
to better websites.