Chris McClure
Co-founder & Editor, WebIndexly
Chris McClure is a tech blogger and co-founder of WebIndexly, with a strong interest in SEO, web architecture, user experience and the technologies that shape the modern web. He focuses on making complex technical topics easier to understand and more useful for developers, creators and businesses.
At WebIndexly, Chris writes practical guides and insights covering website discovery, search optimization, web tools, digital platforms and better ways to build and navigate online experiences. His approach is centered on clear explanations and actionable information rather than unnecessary technical jargon.
Beyond writing, Chris is an advocate for open-source software and enjoys supporting people who are learning technical writing and web development. His goal is to help readers better understand the web, make informed technology decisions and discover useful resources that can improve the way they work online.
Articles by Chris McClure
93 published articles
Guide ·
How to Test a GET Request with Hoppscotch
Send a public test request, inspect the JSON response, change a query parameter and save the request for reuse.
Guide ·
How to Compress and Resize Images with Squoosh
Resize images with Squoosh to get a smaller JPEG or WebP at the width your page needs. You'll need one image and a current browser. Plan a few minutes for the adjustments, plus encoding…
Guide ·
How to Back Up and Restore Joplin Notes
Create a dated JEX backup, restore it into a separate profile, and check notes, tags, links, and attachments before relying on it.
Guide ·
How to Make a Flowchart in draw.io
Build a support-request flowchart with a decision and return path, save the editable file, and export a readable diagram.
Best list ·
Best Free API Testing Tools for Individual Developers
Compare Hoppscotch, Bruno and Postman for sending requests, saving repeatable examples and choosing a workflow that fits your project.
Best list ·
8 Best Free Image Compression Tools in 2026
The best free image compression tools should get your pictures ready for a website without turning every upload into a project. I'd start with TinyPNG for routine batches, then reach for…
Best list ·
Best Free Note-Taking Apps for Offline Use
Compare Obsidian, Joplin, QOwnNotes, and Standard Notes for offline writing, local files, free sync, exports, and paid-plan limits.
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Best Free Flowchart Tools
Compare draw.io, Excalidraw, and Mermaid Live by the diagrams you need, their free features, editable files, and sharing limits.
