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Category: Domain Tips

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27Nov

The Domain Name Scams Guide: What To Look Out For And How To Protect Your SME

Domain name scams have become a growing global concern. That’s because cybercriminals realise how important a domain name is to any company’s branding strategy and are trying to exploit it as much as possible. According to a Bluevoyant Report, the number of lookalike domain name registrations has increased from around 150 per month in 2024 to around 450 per month in 2025. It’s a sign that SMEs, in particular, need to be more vigilant than ever. In this article, we look at the seven most common types and share ways to protect your business. RELATED: 7 Top Cyber Threats In South Africa and How To Defend Your SME KEY TAKEAWAYS Domain name scams are on the rise because cybercriminals realise how central a domain name is to a c […]

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21Nov

Register A .INFO Domain Name & Enlighten The World

A .INFO domain name is one of the most versatile generic Top Level Domains (gTLDs). Whether you are running an SME, launching an educational website or building a platform designed to inform, guide or teach, a .INFO underpins what visitors can expect from your website. Until 31 December 2025, Domains.co.za is selling new .INFO domain registrations for R99.00* (normal price R539.00). If you think .INFO could be a great match for your brand, this blog is for you. *Terms and conditions apply. New registrations only. Standard renewal rates apply. KEY TAKEAWAYS A .INFO is one of the world’s most trusted gTLDs, backed by more than 20 years on the market and over 4 million active registrations. It’s a ‘what you see is what you […]

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23Oct

7 Top Cyber Threats In South Africa & How To Defend Your SME

Cyber threats in South Africa are a growing concern, and needs the undivided attention of every SME across all touchpoints – from the employees you hire and the networks you use to the web hosting you trust. According to September’s Check Point report, the most targeted region in the world is Africa, suffering 2902 cyber-attacks per organisation, per week. And for the fourth year in a row, the Allianz Risk Barometer 2025 ranks cyber threats as the most important risk factor for businesses globally. South Africa is among the 20 countries for which this is the highest concern. Cybercrime doesn’t just happen to other businesses. It is a major risk for businesses everywhere. In recognition of Cybersecurity awareness month, we […]

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10Oct

Get A .TECH Domain Name & Propel Your Tech Brand

A .TECH domain name is the ideal extension for innovation-led startups, SMEs, bloggers, students or anyone with a passion for techy things. You don’t have to battle to find an available, attention-grabbing domain name on .com or .co.za anymore. Simply register a .TECH and the niche nature of your brand will be clear as day. In this article, we look at who this domain is best suited to, why it is an excellent addition to brands in the tech space and how it can be used. KEY TAKEAWAYS .TECH is a generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) designed specifically for the technology industry. It’s perfect for startups, developers, coders, tech educators, and anyone who loves all things tech. It’s short, descriptive, and helps your audience […]

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16Sep

AI Crawlers Slowing Down Websites: What You Need To Know

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how we use the internet, but this is starting to come at a cost for some website owners, as AI crawlers are starting to bombard sites with mind-boggling amounts of hits in their quest to gather as much data as possible. As you can imagine, this takes a toll on bandwidth and website performance. This blog will explain how these AI bots work and how to spot when your site is being scraped like the last bit of peanut butter out of the jar. We’ll also show you how, with the right tools and Web Hosting, you can help keep your site running as it should. KEY TAKEAWAYS AI crawlers can hit websites with high-volume traffic to gather data, consuming bandwidth and reducing performance. AI craw […]

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12Sep

5 Innovation Strategies For SME Growth: A Different Way Of Thinking

What do innovation strategies mean to you? Do you tend to think about technology, apps and gadgets that disrupt industries, or about a clever business pivot? The truth is that innovation can be as big or as small as you want it to be. From launching the app that will override all other apps, to investing in advanced Web Hosting or LiveChat. When SMEs challenge themselves to think differently to create customer value, that’s innovation. This different, modern, creative way of thinking can be applied in every facet of a business irrespective of size. It will be like a breath of fresh air that not only benefits customers but also your bottom line. Because ultimately, the real threat to any business is stagnation. This blog shar […]

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02Sep

Get A .SITE Domain Name & Bring Your Idea To Life

A .SITE domain name extension offers entrepreneurs, freelancers, and SMEs the ultimate blank canvas online. No matter what the industry, a .SITE can help you create any unique identity. Think of it as a Plan B to a .com but without it feeling like you are compromising. Read on as we highlight the benefits and top uses of this generic Top Level Domain’s (gTLD) and zone in on the specific types of entrepreneurs that could benefit most from its modern and global appeal. RELATED: How To Choose The Best Domain Name: 10 Myths & Tips KEY TAKEAWAYS A .SITE domain is a modern, versatile alternative to .com and .co.za, offering global appeal. It works across industries, from eCommerce and portfolios to social enterprises and startups. […]

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11Aug

Why A .STORE Is The Perfect Domain Name For Selling Online

A .STORE – the perfect domain name for selling online, the gTLD extension for any startup or side hustle ready to start their online selling business. Whatever you are baking, making or creating on the side, level up with an online store because ecommerce is set for tremendous growth in the coming years. Currently, 56% of South African internet users are shopping online every week (Source). And according to Statista’s Digital Marketing Outlook, the local pool of 11.7 million online shoppers will nearly double by 2029, reaching 21.52 million (Source). A relevant, on-brand domain name extension can help you make your online store more visible and memorable. In this article, we share how a . STORE can give you the edge online a […]

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29Jul

Parked Domains: Reasons Why Your SME Should Own Multiple Domains

In the early days, when starting a business, many business owners jump to secure their domain name even though the website could still be several months away from launching. That’s why Domains.co.za offers FREE domain parking to all our domain customers as a value-added service. This means you can park your domain for as long as you like – even indefinitely – without needing to purchase website hosting. If you are wondering, why anyone would get a domain name they are not using – this blog is for you. In it, we explore uses for multiple domains and provide tips to come up with alternative names to register. RELATED: A Multi Domain Name Strategy: Why More Than One Domain Can Be Advantageous KEY TAKEAWAYS Parked domains […]

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30Jun

The .Online Domain Name: Why Choose It For Your Startup?

The .online domain name extension has been around for a decade. It launched in the same year as others like .tech, .capetown, .business etc., and offers online businesses an extremely fitting addition to their internet addresses. As a new company, choosing and registering a domain name is a priority because it can affect the brand you want to build. No point in coming up with a brilliant name just to realise there’s no availability for it with your desired top-level domain (TLD) extension. But that’s where new TLD options can help. While traditional domains like .co.za and .com have decades on the newbies, newer TLDs do offer more availability and creative freedom. Over the past 10 years, .online has stepped up as one of the […]

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