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It’s a known fact that a website will only be as effective as the web hosting that powers it. You wouldn’t rush when designing the perfect WordPress website for your business, would you? Neither should you hurry the decision for the right WordPre...

Running a Small-to-Medium-Enterprise (SME) in South Africa is demanding and keeping Green Tech in mind doesn’t need to add to the burden. Not only are you competing with big organisations for a “slice of the pie”, but you also need to go the extra...

There is no time like the present to start an e-commerce website. With around 27 million online shoppers in South Africa and a further 10 million expected by 2027, a digital store front is a solid option. But know this: competition will be ...

There was a time when starting an online business was complicated and expensive. Nowadays, with the help of website builders , imaging software, and artificial intelligence (AI) tools, anyone with a great idea and business savviness can take th...

When one thinks of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), ChatGPT is perhaps one of the first technologies that comes to mind. However, the writing of marketing material is just one aspect that a small business could need help with. No matter ...

Whatever your small-to-medium enterprise (SME) is thinking of doing in the year ahead – do it online! A website should be your business’ marketing hub, and if in doubt as to what website and hosting to get, choose WordPress. WordPress is the ...

After months of hard work and dedication, your side hustle is solving customer wants and needs, attracting new business, and making money. So, what’s next? Could it be time to take your side hustle to the next level? In this article, we help yo...

Running a successful small to medium size enterprise (SME) is a 24/7 365 affair. Even when a business experiences its annual downtime , the owner is still dreaming and planning ahead. Learn from the best with these inspirational books.   Tabl...

The festive season in South Africa is not a peak time for all businesses. Many business-to-business (B2B) companies experience a downturn during mid-December to mid-January. Does this mean SMEs should simply take it easy? Not at all. This article ...

Running a small to medium enterprise (SME) is tough. In South Africa, particularly, SMEs are faced with unique challenges like the weak economy, crime, and cash flow, not to mention the physical and financial burden of loadshedding. Prepare your...

If you think that your domain name and chosen website hosting plan seem less important than your website itself – think again. The right domain name could make your website URL more memorable while the best in website hosting could boost site func...

Black Friday and Cyber Monday is slowly but surely becoming a hit with South Africans. In 2022, FNB customers alone spent a massive R3-billion during this period. Whether your business decides to join in or not, the potential for a successful ca...

Keeping safe and secure online is important for both businesses and individuals alike. With the rise of AI-powered hacking attacks, the task is becoming incredibly daunting.   Nonetheless, it is easy to boost your and your clients’ online s...

The digital transformation of businesses means better insights, improved efficiency, fewer errors, and opportunities such as eCommerce and remote work. All this progress also means companies need to prioritise cybersecurity and build digital trust...

From everyday mundane, repetitive tasks to more complex ones – Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help your small business do more with less. While AI might seem “new” and perhaps even “futuristic”, you might be surprised to learn that you may alrea...

South Africa is a land of rich cultural diversity, stunning landscapes, and a unique heritage. From the awe-inspiring beauty of Table Mountain to the vibrant rhythms of Soweto, this country has much to offer… and then there is current technology. ...

Traditionally, spring cleaning referred to the intense, physical cleaning of the home and office. These days, however, “ spring cleaning” is a fitting term for all kinds of figurative cleaning and sorting to do. Clutter can collect anywhere, and ...

What comes to mind when you think of email? Is it the ugly, old-fashioned aunt of social media? The boring uncle of influencer marketing? Or the stable and constant queen of communication? The latter of course, is the obvious truth. Email is still...

Don't worry about being successful but work toward being significant and the success will naturally follow. – Oprah Winfrey   Names like Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and Elon Musk seem to dominate the online and technology space however, there ...

Did you know that a healthy cashflow is a leading asset in any SME? A positive cashflow can be achieved by identifying where money is wasted, then cutting back on those things. Doing so, could drastically influence your long-term profitability and...

The world of work and telephony has changed, and at its forefront is Uncapped Hosted PBX in the Cloud by Domains.co.za . With this product you can make and receive crystal-clear calls from anywhere where you have access to the internet. And that’...

Africa is trending! It's huge. It's brimming with opportunities. And it’s gorgeous. No wonder tens of thousands of companies have opted to make .africa (a relatively new Top-Level Domain) their official online "zip" code. This domain extension off...

Managed WordPress Hosting for a WordPress website is like butter on toast – they are simply better together. Whichever kind of website you have – a WordPress or another CMS platform, a basic four-pager, or an incredibly intricate website – how it...

From brick and mortar to online stores, the competition for your small business is massive. To add insult to injury you’ll be competing against numerous large organisations that have been in the market for ages. When it comes to reputation, ad bud...

The internet is one massive marketplace where anyone and everyone can set up ‘shop’ and it all starts with a domain name . It sounds simple enough but there’s more to a domain name than one might think. This domain name guide aims to answer quest...

The domain name industry is not dominated by the .com’s, .co.uk’s and .co.za’s alone anymore. Over the years ICANN has added new and innovative domain name extensions like .love, .tech, .online and since 2014, .click. Unique domain names like thes...

Now is the time for eCommerce. In the year ahead eCommerce is expected to increase by 10.4%, which means if you had an online shop in mind, there is no better time than the present to jumpstart it with these Top Tips . CONTENTS 1. Provide...

Web Hosting is more diverse than it has ever been before. That’s because the market is segmented. It’s not just large corporations that need hosting anymore – anyone can have a presence online. In order to get the best hosting for your exact nee...

In a digital world, hosting plays a fundamental role in everything we do online, that’s why only the best will do. At Domains.co.za, we are a leading Hosting Provider in South Africa. Yes – we know – you’ve heard it all before. Hosting companie...

Choosing unique domain names like .love, .tech or .africa makes sense. That’s because the chances of getting the name combination you really want with these new extensions are far higher than they would be with a .co.za or .com. Also, a less mains...

It’s the month of Love… and like Marmite or Liquorice… it divides people. Frankly, it doesn’t matter if you are rolling your eyes, or smacking your lips, at the thought. What does matter is whether or not your target audience is romantic at heart....

One of the key metrics to track on your website is the Average Session Duration . This metric keeps an eye on how long your website visitors stay engaged and delivers a median session time. Why is this important? Because it allows website owners ...

Website owners and marketers spend a great deal of time and money leading traffic to a website. But what then? A successful website must engage website visitors and ideally convert those visitors into customers. While website leads are the obvio...

Today, an SME owner’s best tool is information. Luckily, the internet is a rich source of it. On the flipside however, too much information can become extremely overwhelming. With trends coming and going, and new technologies, platforms and ap...

Consumer behaviour is a dynamic response that is easily influenced by what’s going on in the world, country, or local communities. The impact of Covid-19 on consumers, for example, is still affecting shopper habits. Although many have returned to ...

It’s the ‘silly’ season, and if you thought cybercriminals will be taking the holiday off – think again. Sadly, this time of the year, criminals of all kinds are upping their activities and tactics to exploit their victims at a time when many are ...

WordPress is free, open-source and SEO-friendly. That’s why it is the world’s most popular Content Management System (CMS). However, just because the system is SEO-friendly it doesn’t mean that it will set up your website on this front. There are ...

The festive-holiday season is here. However, dramatic increases in sales – welcome as they are – don’t just ‘happen’. Yes, people are shopping more during the holidays because they might have saved up for the occasion or received a bonus. But you ...

Once upon a time anyone (business owner, or individual) could own a website, and visitors did not question the legitimacy of it. These days, cyber criminals are mimicking well-known websites, or using websites as the base from which to launch phis...

Compared to the United States, Black Friday in South Africa is relatively inconsequential as it is not a State Public Holiday. However, that being said, statistics show that Black Friday sales in 2021 rose by between 15% – 30% from the year be...

Every hour criminal activity on the internet claims 97 victims in South Africa. Of these, the majority were fooled into clicking malicious links, or divulging sensitive information. The truth is, poor cyber ‘hygiene’ is helping cyber criminals lau...

As more South African business owners realise the value of having a website, the need to secure this asset is becoming more prominent every day. Every hour, 97 people fall victim to a cyber attack in this country, and businesses in particular ar...

Fact: Having a website for your business is a must. Myth: You don’t need to worry about managing or editing a website after you’ve launched it. The truth is a professional business website has to be a dynamic hub. Visitors need to be regularly...

Email Only Hosting powers either newly acquired, or additional email addresses for your registered domain name. It is an excellent way to improve your professional image during those first stages of your business, and assists in saving money in t...

Spring is a time for change and renewed energy. When applied to an office setting, “change” can translate into anything positive, like improved productivity, enhanced health, and all-over better planning. These are the top ingredients that happy a...

The Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) of your website is important. The good news: Most of your SEO can be done by yourself so it is cost-effective. The bad news: It’s not a once-off thing. But the best news is, that if you keep at it, your organic...

The annual Office Spring Clean is a must on all levels of the business; it’s a time to realign your business for the months ahead and get your priorities “straight”. Did you know? This the time to start thinking about what your business will ...

The digital world is simplifying our lives by making it easy to do online payments with the ‘click of a button’. However, the payment’s correct Reference Number is essential in order for our Billing Department to allocate it to the correct Cust...

August is Women’s Month and it’s Inventor’s Month, so it seemed like an excellent time to take a walk down memory lane and highlight some of our favourite female inventors. Back in the day, these ladies have blessed humanity with their inventive t...

When taking a hobby to a side hustle , and then growing it into a full-on small business, is easier said than done. It requires a whole lot of dedication and hard work because the truth is: success isn’t a goal, it is an outcome. Many would-b...

Getting your website to organically rank well on Google doesn’t just happen. You have to implement certain, multifaceted Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) tactics on an ongoing basis. Organic SEO in a nutshell: There’s On-Page SEO , which ...

The future of work is adapting and evolving every day. New technology , digitalisation and trends are changing how we do things, especially regarding the simplifying and automating of various tasks. Now, due to hybrid and remote working model...

If domains.co.za is your domain name Hosting Provider of choice, you’ll be happy to learn that our Domain Name Servers (DNS) are geo-redundant .   What’s Geo-Redundancy? Well, we know your business doesn’t have time for downtime. That’s why...

Businesses around the world can benefit from adopting greener, more eco-friendly technologies and habits. Eco-friendly practices often save money too. Just think of how much your company could save if it went paperless, for example. In addition to...

Let’s face it, the purpose of any business website is to sell their wares. While there may be a lot of lovely scenery along the way, if you have products or services to sell, the end goal for all your online efforts, should be to turn traffic into...

“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer Do you have a hobby that you are really good at and enjoy immensely, yet a lot of other people se...

Cybercrime is making headlines again after the recent TransUnion data breach affected 3-million consumers and 600 000 businesses. Not all cybercrimes make the news however, which means the truth about what’s really happening is actually a far bigg...

Hosted PBX (Private Branch Exchange) is a cloud-based phone system that allows customers to make and take calls over the internet. Hosted PBX is often referred to as Cloud-based VoIP PBX, VoIP PABX or just VoIP. Small- to medium-sized business...

It All Starts With a Domain Name! This is the Domains.co.za slogan that we chose to best represent our brand. What do we mean with this? We mean that the moment you register your domain name, it is a tangible start to the business idea you’ve...

April is the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals month. It is a month to bring extra awareness to the plight of our animal rescue centres and the great work they are doing, as well as to support them whereever possible. It is a never-ending mommoth o...

Plugins for WordPress are allowing WordPress website owners to customise their websites and improve its functionality and performance. With nearly 60 000 plugins to choose from, finding the right plugin can seem daunting. Luckily, the internet i...

It all starts with a domain name, but it doesn’t have to end with just that one!   Your business can benefit from having a domain strategy that includes owning multiple domain names. It shows vision and out-of-the-box-thinking, and with Geo-TL...

Website hosting is the most important foundation of every website, it may seem less important as a “back-end” feature, than what is happening on the “front-end”, but it certainly is not. The hosting you choose will directly influence your websi...

In marketing , tools and platforms change, but one thing always stays the same: the importance of “ word of mouth ”. People do not necessarily trust brands; but they do trust what other people say about them. Statistics show that 91% of consum...

Digital marketing is constantly changing and adapting according to the needs and behaviours of consumers. A method of marketing that is standing the test of time is ‘ inbound marketing '. Inbound marketing is the use of digital tactics that draw i...

The geographic redundancy of a domain name server (DNS), also referred to as DNS geo-redundancy, forms part of a company’s continuity. In other words, if your company is serious about limiting any downtime and disruptions regarding your hosting, p...

Much like the past two years, the office will look a whole lot different than in 2019, however, now it is through choice, and with employee convenience and health in mind. That’s because while working from home, corporate employees across the gl...

Uncertain times have always been a catalyst for opportunity. Changes in consumer behaviour, and their adjusted needs, spur new business ideas.  Never has there been a better time to turn an idea into a start-up, than now. Irrespective of how great...

The small businesses that have survived the initial shock of Covid-19 and its effects on trade, services, manufacture, etc., and that have successfully adapted, will come into 2022 with their ‘guns blazing’. That’s because after nearly two years...

Search Engines e.g. Google and Bing , use web crawlers (also known as spiders, or spiderbots). This is software technology that crawls the entire World Wide Web daily, finding new hyperlinks and indexing new content. When search engines index...

With only three weeks left until Christmas, you might think it is too late to start a marketing campaign. The truth is, it is never too late. A large percentage of Christmas shoppers leave it until the last minute, either holding out for specials,...

It seems that ‘Working from Home’ is here to stay! As we head nearer to SA’s next ‘round’ of Covid-19, strong remote-working strategies are a must. Video web conferencing software is helping management and teams stay up to date on what needs t...

Search Engine Optimisation, or SEO, is a term that refers to the online tools that a company can implement to assist in increasing its organic (unpaid) ranking on search engines. The purpose of SEO is to help increase your website’s online visibil...

By now your Christmas campaigns are already running or lying in wait for the Black Friday hype to die down. In the first part of this series we looked at strategy marketing and ways to build an email marketing list. As there is still enough ti...

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two American-named, major shopping days that have in recent years grown in popularity in South Africa. In fact, many SA stores are now making an entire weekend of it. This year, Black Friday will take place on the...

It’s National Cyber Security Awareness Month but in truth, recognition of this growing hazard should take precedence every day. South Africa experiences the third highest number of cybercrime attacks in the world, suffering 577 malware attacks e...

Cyber Security is non-negotiable! Cyber-attacks can affect businesses and individuals in a professional, or personal capacity, with disastrous consequences. While October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month , the seriousness of cyber-crime...

When it comes to Christmas, there is no such thing as starting too early. Brick and mortar shops are getting the decorations out, why shouldn’t online stores follow suit? Gearing up for Christmas means you can better prepare your business for the ...

The unemployment rate in South Africa is currently at a staggering 34.4%. That’s 7.826-million people without jobs. First-world, developed countries that do not have this problem, also have something else we do not have – many entrepreneurs. W...

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When it comes to change, humans seem to favour two periods on the annual calendar: January (after New Year celebrations) and Springtime. In January we try and form new habits (or break old ones), and in September we tend to clean, throw out and or...

Humans are often inspired by the change of seasons (especially winter into spring) to take charge of their work and personal lives. Now is the best time to use that extra motivation to start that business, register the domain name , paint that wa...

Using email for marketing is still very much in use. Sceptical? With the floods of spam and junk mail everyone is constantly receiving, it could easily seem like a waste of effort. The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) , requires com...

Do you feel that your small business has lost some of the momentum that it originally had? That’s because word-of-mouth advertising and walk-ins can only get you so far. Now’s the time to take your business to the next-level.   Try implementin...

Most shoppers in a brick & mortar store behave conventionally, whilst some are on a mission for something specific, others are casually browsing. However, generally speaking, the majority of items that go into a shopping basket, or trolley, lead t...

Resourceful, go-getting personalities across the country are dipping their little toes into the entrepreneurial pool by starting a side hustle. A side hustle is a start-up someone creates in their spare time in order to make extra money and build ...

Switching from a traditional PABX telephone system to a Hosted PBX in the Cloud by Domains.co.za is not only quick, easy, and affordable, but it also unlocks a variety of other business-crucial benefits for SMEs in SA. Hosted PBX in the Cloud...

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The purpose of a business website is to ‘educate’ the site’s visitors and turn them into customers… ideally returning ones. The problem according to Google however, is that 90% of website visitors are easily distracted. So, how can your website ...

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What makes a business successful? There are many variables for this, but at its core a business’s success is predominantly dependent on the quality of the leader behind the steering wheel. While degrees, books, real life experiences, challenges, f...

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the adoption of online transacting in South Africa gained considerable traction. In fact, according to Statista there are now 38.13 million active internet users in the country.  Each of these users are ...

Before the pandemic, cyber security was a serious concern for most companies, however, in the past year it has pushed its way higher up on the daily business agenda and now includes most individuals as well! Here’s why… The pandemic’s influence ...

“It is not a failure to readjust my sails to fit the waters I find myself in.” ― Mackenzi Lee   Life changed, literally overnight for everybody worldwide. The pandemic has changed habits and adapted the way humans think about everyday things lik...

New Top Level Domains (TLDs) such as .tech are raising the bar for those start-ups and SMEs who are wanting to stand out online. How better to state your business’ involvement in a particular industry, than having it prominently displayed in the d...

“Get an eCommerce store”, they said. “It will be fun”, they said. But the truth is, more like most of the things in life that are actually worth doing, it is hard work. So, you’ve got a great eCommerce website, you are selling quality goods at rea...

The eCommerce boom is real and, it turns out that lockdown was the little ‘nudge’ that South African consumers needed to develop a crush for online shopping. In fact, eCommerce revenue in SA is estimated to reach R225-billion by 2025.   Here a...

A website is the ‘unsung hero’ for many companies. It is always on, always ready to convert visitors into potential customers, or relay their website queries through to your sales staff post-haste. Unless of course, your website hosting isn’t up t...

Small business owners and startups have never-ending to-do lists, meetings, networking events, admin etc., and simply not enough time in which to do all of it in. Getting more done seems impossible, but hopefully these productivity tips can help y...

Does your small business have a website? If not, 2021 could be a great year to consider getting your business online. Statistics show that a large majority of consumers research companies and their competitors before engaging with a few. Not havin...

Did 2020 turn out like you anticipated 12 months ago? Saying “no” to this would be a gross understatement. Businesses everywhere were forced to change overnight in order to survive, and sadly some did not make it through. Insights after the first ...

Small business owners have a lot on their plates. Often times the planning and prioritising of certain tasks will fall onto the backburner. However, in today’s economic circumstances it is essential to cover as much ground as possible. The upside ...

Running a small business is hard work. Every day brings forth pressing deadlines aimed at meeting the business’ immediate goals. But what about all those other to-dos? Setting New Year Resolutions forces small business owners to identify tasks tha...

Do companies plan properly for times when resources (man, machine or material) run low? This year, it is safe to say that Lockdown regulations have literally forced every company in the world to adapt to functioning with fewer resources. As we hea...

Is the website hosting that is powering your business’ website a priority of yours? Business owners have a lot to think about and hosting is generally the IT department, web developer or web designer’s “baby”. However, if your website’s performanc...

After a year like this one, everyone deserves a spoil. Here’s our second installment of the top gadgets we’d love to see under the Christmas tree. Missed the first part? Click here .   Xbox Series X   Xbox has just released its fastest an...

As we head into the festive season, it’s an important time to ramp up marketing initiatives to ensure that your eCommerce store stands out online. In a Covid-19-reality, there will be less feet hitting the shop floors and probably smaller Christma...

It is hard to believe, but Christmas is almost right around the corner; visiting your nearest mall will confirm this, as the decor is already up! That’s why we thought it is a great time to share our favourite, most innovative, 2020 gadget-picks. ...

Having your own business can be hard but can also be very cool. You can work the hours you want and do the things you love. Contrary to popular belief not all types of businesses need investments of hundreds of thousands of Rands before they hit t...

Digital transformation is a journey. It differs from company to company because your goals and challenges will dictate the technology you need. For the same reason it is not only about technology but also about the people. The benefits to you, you...

A lot can happen over six months. During the first 4 levels of Lockdown many industries have shown agility in their “creative” responses; new ways of doing business have started and employees have adapted to the “new normal”. Unfortunately, there ...

As South Africa celebrates the Tourism industry as well as its Heritage during September, it seems fitting to shine a massive spotlight on local travel. Lockdown restrictions have severely impacted the growth of our tourism businesses. However, un...

Over the course of the past few weeks, Domains.co.za has seen a dramatic increase in SPAM attacks on our servers. Internationally, many other hosting companies have reported the same problem. Fortunately, due to our multi-pronged, proactive approa...

With the numerous collaboration platforms and popular instant messaging apps on the market, it is easy to think that email could be on its way out… However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Email for business is still the primary communica...

During the ‘pandemic’ eCommerce is booming! Prior to Covid-19, South African shoppers were generally ‘slower’ to adopt to online shopping. However, according to a Nielsen Study,  The New Shopper Normal , the general buying behaviours of South Afri...

Working from home requires extra self-motivation and a whole lot of discipline. The ability to work remotely is something many employees need to acknowledge, as it is being labelled the “Future of Work”. In a Covid-19 world many of us are forced t...

Working from home isn’t a new concept. In fact, prior to Covid-19 it had become so popular that some even referred to it as “the future of work”. While many South Africans have grown accustomed to remote work and have settled in nicely, others are...

A lot of our interaction online is often “faceless”, which could create a sense of anonymity or “distance” when we communicate with others. Irrespective of this, online etiquette always applies. In fact, as we grow more dependent on the internet...

The matter of online safety and cyber security has made its way up the ranks of ExCo agendas across the globe. Companies both big and small not only realise the importance of safeguarding personal and company data, but also their responsibility ...

Digital transformation can help to improve, automate and streamline the way we do business. Amongst many other realisations,the current pandemic has highlighted just how reliant humans are on the internet. However, without following the correct se...

Challenging times, like #Lockdown has the ability to bring out both the best and the worst in people. If social media streams are anything to judge by, the mindset of the average online South African appears generally positive. People are concerne...

WordPress is most definitely a favourite in the Content Management System (CMS) arena. It's free, it's flexible and the amount of plugins available is unbelievable. Unfortunately though, without proper maintenance, the system's vast selection of p...

Regularly receiving SPAM or is malware an issue… check your WordPress Plugin updates, chances are you have several updates ready to be installed. With one in every three websites on the market powered by WordPress, the market for WordPress plugi...

You’ve got a great business idea, researched the market and found that there is a demand for what you want to sell. After some additional research and lots of conversations with experts in the field, you’ve come to a decision: you are going to d...

Lockdown restrictions and Covid-19 regulations are placing immense pressure on businesses across the world. Whether your business is currently unable to run normally, or at all, aim to use this forced “pause” in pace to reflect, adapt and find new...

There are many reasons to start a business. Perhaps you’ve got a great idea… Maybe you are looking for more flexibility with your time… But most probably you would like to create true wealth, right? But there is another influencer behind busines...

You’ve heard that there are different types of web and email hosting, mainly Shared Hosting vs VPS Hosting. Although both options will ensure your website is live on the internet and give you a professional email address, there are distinct differ...

Website hosting is often one of the things a company take out and forget about. Things change. And surely your business have grown substantially. Don’t let bad hosting happen to a good company because it can do far more harm than good.   How p...

Over the past few years America’s most anticipated shopping-day, Black Friday, has caught on heavily in South Africa as well. Followed by Cyber Monday, many retailers are making a weekend of it. Consumers can, therefore, expect to see great promot...

Domains.co.za has recently partnered with domain name giant, .org, to bring our customers this trusted, popular, recognisable and inspiring domain name extension for less. Either get it FREE when signing up for any of our Shared Hosting , newly l...

Domains.co.za is proud to launch our latest, industry-leading and innovative hosting solution: Premium WordPress Hosting . After multiple months of development, we can now offer customers an unmatched, optimised hosting solution tailored specific...

We live in an age that is entirely dominated by digital. A company’s ability to adapt to key digital advancements will directly affect how successful and agile it will be over the years to come. The digital space is vibrant, exciting and brimming ...

Starting a new business is time intensive, and depending on the type of business, costly as well. Something every (new or established) business needs is customers. And the way to gaining customers is marketing. How and where you market will be lar...

Small to medium sized businesses are the backbone of economies, and here in South Africa, and in 2019, we need more self-starters than ever. During his state of the nation address, President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his vision for a tech-savvy, ...

Web hosting is the behind-the-scenes HERO or VILLAIN of every website on the planet. But the true master-mind behind your website’s functionality is the web hosting company powering it all. Choose correctly –  and you’ll have a well-behaved websi...

The past couple of years have by no means been an easy ride for South Africans, corporations or startups. According to the Bloomberg’s Misery Index , the index that zooms in on a country’s inflation and unemployment figures, SA ranks third “miser...

Since the launch of AMD’s EPYC™ 7000 Series processors in June 2017 , AMD’s server market share has quadrupled . Although this is still far from the 22% market share AMD held in 2006, the EPYC™ 7000 Series is already being backed by some of the ...

There was a time when having a “.com” or “.co.za” behind your website’s name was an absolute necessity. The popularity of these domain name extensions have over the years left fewer domain name options for new businesses. A new shift in domain n...

Online stores are huge in America and China, but this trend is also on the rise in SA. An eCommerce report by PayPal together with research firm Ipsos, believes that the online market in SA will grow by R17 billion over the next two years (curre...

There are lots Domains.co.za are passionate about. Entrepreneurship, cool domains names , UltraFast and secure web VPS hosting as well as delivering incredible service to our customers, but these aren’t the only things. We are passionate about ...

It is not unusual to notice a spike in new domain name registrations during the first quarter of every year. Generally, the holidays offer entrepreneurs and startups with clarity surrounding great business ideas, whereas the hype of the New Year i...

We are excited to officially launch our new Epyc Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting solution featuring the new AMD EPYC™ 7000 Series processors. Over the past several months the AMD EPYC™ 7000 Series processors have created quite a stir in the...

Earlier this year, the insurance company Liberty Life’s IT infrastructure was hacked by ransomware . Ransomware is a malicious software that can either find its way into a system through a security vulnerability or by being installed by someone u...

The right domain name can do a lot for your business behind the scenes, and should by no means be chosen lightly. While there are many that favour the branded domain name (i.e. your business name), others again believe a keyword domain name (i.e...

Domains’ website builder, called Site Builder has multiple features and benefits for SMMEs. From as little as R85 per month, a Site Builder website can free up cashflow for other important expenses. But what is the best option for an SMME, our web...

In light of the rise in cyber hacking worldwide and the recent GDPR laws for the EU , many search engines have shown their commitment to website security and privacy by rolling out additional security features. At Google, one of these are the soo...

Back in the day, a business wasn’t a business if it wasn’t in the Yellow Pages. Nowadays, if a business isn’t on the internet it might as well be invisible. That is where domain names come in. Just like a telephone number, a domain name is unique ...

SSL certificates are an important part of any company’s security protocol but with the various options available, choosing the right fit for your business’ website can be overwhelming. In some of our previous articles we’ve looked at why SSL cer...

The internet has leveled the playing field for large and small businesses alike. In order to make this platform work in your favour, there are important rules to follow. Netiquette is a combination of the words “network” or “internet” and “etiquet...

In short, if you own a domain name, you can benefit from WHOIS Privacy. But let’s unpack this for a moment. The world of the internet unlocks many benefits for companies and individuals alike. With it you can work faster, more seamlessly and effic...

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), also referred to as the EU Regulation 2016/679, is an internet data privacy regulation aimed at protecting personal data of individuals in the European Economic Area. All companies that supply a servi...

At Domains.co.za, we know running a business, big or small is hard work. Business owners therefore need simple, smart and secure web solutions to get their business online.   Here’s why you should choose us to do just that:   1. We give do...

In this day and age, cyber security is a major concern for any business, big or small. SSL certificates are one of the best ways in which a company can protect its website and its customers from cyber vulnerabilities.   What is a SSL Certific...

Choosing the right domain name is just as important as choosing the name of your company. It is not just as simple as taking your company’s name and adding a.co.za extension to it.   Why not? Because you first need to know what the options...

Do you have some technical internet background and a whole lot of passion for the web? Do you want to start your own web business but lack quality products to sell? With domains.co.za’s reselling platforms, you can realise your entrepreneurial dre...

A quick search on Google will deliver several highly talented website designers and developers ready to build you the perfect website. Unfortunately, many start-ups and small businesses don’t have the capital to pay for a professionally designe...

Resolutions are not only effective in a personal capacity but also on a business level. If you are starting a business in 2018 setting clear goals for the year ahead can be crucial to its success.    Here are 5 resolutions that can make all t...

You, as a website owner, need to be your client’s ‘online-bodyguard’, especially if you are asking them to submit personal information via your website. They could be accessing your unprotected website with WiFi in a public place and not realizing...

As a small business owner in South Africa, your website is the cornerstone of your online marketing efforts. Finding and choosing the best web hosting for your website, for example WordPress Hosting or Shared Web Hosting etc., is therefore ver...

It’s WordPress ‘ 21st birthday! And as the world’s most popular and most adored Content Management System (CMS), we wanted to dedicate an entire post to it. What started out as a simple, yet highly unique blogging system evolved to such an e...

If you are looking for the best website builder in South Africa , you need to know what the criteria are to compare to. Website builders can differ dramatically from one provider to the next, so arm yourself with some basic knowledge first. Conti...

The quest for new leads is an ongoing battle for any online store, but what about the customers you already have? By investing in your existing customers, you can help encourage customer loyalty, which is key to securing long-term success. A ...

It’s WordPress ‘ 21st birthday on the 27th May 2024! And as the world’s most popular and most adored Content Management System (CMS), we wanted to dedicate an entire post to it. What started out as a simple, yet highly unique blogging system...

If you are looking for the best website builder in South Africa , you need to know what the criteria are to compare to. Website builders can differ dramatically from one provider to the next, so arm yourself with some basic knowledge first. Conti...

As a small business owner in South Africa, your website is the cornerstone of your online marketing efforts. Finding and choosing the best web hosting for your website, for example WordPress Hosting or Shared Web Hosting etc., is therefore ver...

Did you know it is easy and relatively quick to transfer domain names from one provider to another? Whether you’re looking to consolidate multiple domains, seeking better features, or dissatisfied with the service you are currently receiving, tr...

Introduction Since 2010, International Social Media Day is celebrated on the 30 th of June every year. It is a day to commemorate the value social platforms bring to digital communication and their ability to bring people together. Social me...

Did you know it is easy and relatively quick to transfer domain names from one provider to another? Whether you’re looking to consolidate multiple domains, seeking better features, or dissatisfied with the service you are currently receiving, tr...

‘ What is email hosting ’ is a question that often pops up when it comes to this type of service. Simply put, you’ll need this type of hosting when you require a custom email address for yourself or your business.   A custom email address off...

Managing a WordPress website can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with its set of challenges. One important aspect of managing your site is understanding WordPress user roles. Each role has its own set of capabilities, from writing an...

When it comes to digital marketing, your business needs a multi-platform strategy, and email is still a must. All you need is a small budget, engaging campaigns and an email list – and you will be ready to roll. But what you if don’t have any su...

The Top Level Domains’ (TLD) game in South Africa is still mostly about .co.za, but a shift is taking place. The growing battle for available domain names with this extension, coupled with the rise in popularity of other new domain extensions, h...

Introduction Since 2010, International Social Media Day is celebrated on the 30 th of June every year. It is a day to commemorate the value social platforms bring to digital communication and their ability to bring people together. Social me...

Are you sitting on a great business idea but unsure whether to pursue it or not? These days, it is easier than ever to start your own business with the help of website builders , Content Management Solutions (CMSs) like WordPress and Artificial...

Domains.co.za, a leading South African domain name and hosting company, is excited to announce the launch of its new Managed cPanel Hosting servers. This innovative hosting solution combines the flexibility of Virtual Machines (VM) with the user-f...

The success of your website relies heavily on its ability to convert visitors into customers. Great products and services, together with catchy call to actions (CTAs) will only get you halfway there. The rest is all about user-experience, and that...

< All Topics < View Article The total limit is 20 Recipients per email. Globally, this is generally frowned upon and most mail servers will pick it up as Spam . Try and keep the total to less than 15 Recipients to avoid filters identifying yo...

< All Topics < View Article NOTE : This version of Outlook is no longer supported and it is recommended that you update to the latest version. This tutorial assumes you’ve already launched Outlook 2010. 1. To setup a signature, first c...

You’ve worked hard on your ecommerce business, and your profits are supporting this fact. Now, moving forward, your website will need more from its web hosting. Not just more storage, speed and security but also more hands-on technical support… en...

Globally, cybercrime is at an all-time high. Here, in SA, the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) 2024 fraud statistics reported that fraud incidents have increased by 32% over the past year. Did you know that a large number o...

Your email address is often the first point of contact for many of your clients or customers. Using a generic email address like @gmail.com or @yahoo.com can look unprofessional and might not reflect your business’s unique identity. Inste...

Domains.co.za, a leader in the domain name and hosting industry in South Africa, has just launched the country’s first AI Domain Name Generator . This AI (Artificial Intelligence) domain name creator and search tool has been designed to revolutio...

Running your own business has many perks. But nobody said it would be easy. Business owners need to wear multiple hats in the early years. Particularly when it comes to marketing, things can become a little tricky. In 2024, there is no doubt that ...

Over the past several years, the Black Friday and Cyber Monday “frenzy” has become quite a spectacle in South Africa. While it’s not nearly as intense as overseas, Bankserv Africa statistics showed that last year’s local sales totalled to a wh...

Choosing the best domain name is now more important than ever to be prominent on the internet. You’ll be competing with hundreds, if not thousands of similar businesses, it is therefore in your best interests to stand out. A great domain name ca...