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Category: Domain Tips

Header Text -  Why Register a .africa?
14May

Create A Unique Identity For Your African Business With A .africa Domain

It’s Africa’s time to be in the spotlight, and a .africa domain name can help your business stand out as well. After years of being seen but not heard, our continent is finally “loud and proud”. Seeing as it is Africa Month in May, we thought it a fitting time to sing its praises.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Africa is becoming significant in various key markets like entrepreneurship, technology and mobile money. Registering a .africa domain showcases your connection to the continent. Unlike country-specific domains (like .co.za), a .africa domain appeals to audiences across all African countries. Geo-targeted domains like .africa help establish local relevance, improve customer trust, and can positively impact search engine rank […]

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Domain Transfer Lock: Domains.co.za Becomes First Registrar To Offer Free .co.za Security Feature
01Apr

Domain Transfer Lock: Domains.co.za Becomes First Registrar To Offer Free .co.za Security Feature

1 April, 2025, Johannesburg – Domains.co.za has become the first South African Registrar to offer its .co.za customers a Domain Transfer Lock security feature. This extra security feature is FREE to all of its .co.za, org.za, .net.za, and .web.za domain name customers. It prevents any unauthorised domain transfers and protects customers from domain hijacking. Mitigating Cyber Security ThreatsBenefits of the Domain Transfer Lock security featureHow does a Domain Transfer Lock work? Mitigating Cyber Security Threats Due to the rise in cyber threats, coupled with weak security measures, domain names have become a target for malicious actors. Domain hijacking occurs when someone takes illegal control of a domain and uses it to […]

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Header Text - Need Help Choosing the Right Website Name?
26Mar

Business Essentials: A Guide To Choosing The Right Website Name

Choosing the right website name is one of the earliest and most important decisions you’ll need to make when starting an online business or venture. The choice does matter because it will directly influence how potential customers will recall it. With more than 1-billion websites on the internet, surely all the good names are gone? Thankfully, that’s not entirely the case. While you may need to be more creative with name combinations on mainstream Top-Level Domains (TLDs) like .com and .co.za, the rise of new and innovative TLDs like .site, .store and. online offer an endless reservoir of options. Read on as we help you find the best domain name for your SME business’ website using local examples as inspiration. We also sh […]

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Header Text - Why web maintenance matters
20Feb

The Importance Of Website Maintenance

Website maintenance is as important for a website as is the upkeep of a physical property. Just like a house and garden can deteriorate over time if unattended, and lose value without the proper care, a website can become outdated, slow, insecure, and vulnerable to errors ­– all of which are damaging to a brand. The maintenance of your website involves regular updates, backups, security monitoring, link checks, improvements, etc. Tasks like these should form part of a company’s daily, weekly and monthly priority lists and be actioned without fail. Luckily, backed by the best in WordPress Hosting or Web Hosting, this race can be halfway won. Read on as we look at the importance of website care, and share the top 10 actions […]

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Header Text - Practical small business finance tips.
12Feb

Small Business Finance Saving Tips For 2025

This blog covers some finance saving tips for small business owners in South Africa. Does it feel like multiple things are out of your control? Like the economy, customer behaviour, electricity challenges, and other external factors? That’s normal. But don’t let it get you down. Instead, focus on the things you can manage like your finances, your day-to-day operations, your website, customer service, product excellence, etc. With the new fiscal year starting soon, now is a good time to reflect on your small business finance position, budget and cost-cutting for the year ahead. Your financial professional can help you plan and strategise the best way forward. Read on as we share some relevant money trends that are worth not […]

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Header Text - Reasons to register multiple domains for one business.
31Jan

A Multi Domain Name Strategy: Why More Than One Domain Can Be Advantageous

If you believe that your website is one of your business’s most valuable assets, and that your digital reputation and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) are central to its success, then this article is for you! It means you may want to understand how a multi domain name strategy can work for you, and what it may do for your small-to-medium-sized enterprise (SME).  Registering more than one domain name for your business may seem strange, but it can help you protect and build your brand in several ways. In this article, we look at exactly what a multi domain strategy is and why it may be beneficial. Plus, we offer steps to help you create one. RELATED: South Africa’s 5 Most Popular Top Level Domains (TLDs) KEY TAKEAWAYS A m […]

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Header Text - What makes Domains.co.za a leader in the industry.
29Jan

Domains.co.za: From Domain Registrations To Web Hosting And Everything In Between

In the tech industry, things can change in an instant, and after more than two decades in the domains and web hosting sector, Domains.co.za has experienced these firsthand, numerous times, and we are is still evolving, still growing, and continuously sharpening our online products and solutions so we can offer you what you need when you need itin online professionalism. Often becoming the first in South Africa to do so. This is how we do it: KEY TAKEAWAYS Domains.co.za is dedicated to excellent customer service, supported by tools like the AI chatbot “Dot,” Live Chat, and a growing Knowledgebase. We specialise in scalable Web Hosting solutions, Domain Name Registrations, WordPress Hosting, Managed cPanel Hosting, and VPS Hos […]

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Header Text - How To Choose The Best Domain Name
14Nov

How To Choose The Best Domain Name: 10 Myths & Tips

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 can help you on your way. In this article, we look at some of the most common myths and share the best tips to help you find and register an exceptional domain name for your business. Table of ContentsWhy Registering A Great Domain Name Matters10 Myths When It Comes To Choosing A Domain For Your BusinessTop 10 Tips To Securing An Incredible Address On The World Wide WebBenefits Of Using Domains.co.za’s AI Domain Name GeneratorKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQsOther Blogs Of Interest Why Registering A Gr […]

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Header Text - Website Builder vs WordPress?
28Oct

Website Builder vs WordPress: Which Is Best For Your New Business?

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 registering a domain name and getting a website online are two of the very first items on the agenda. However, in the website department, the options are endless too. If you are unclear as to whether to use a website builder vs WordPress to build your website, then this article is for you. We share both platforms’ top benefits and focus on what types of businesses will benefit most from using each of them respectively. Table of ContentsWhat Is A Website Builder?What Is A WordPress […]

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Header Text - How to protect yourself from an email phishing scam!
02Oct

Email Phishing: How To Protect Yourself From A Scam

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 of successful Fraud Attacks start with a Phishing Message? Cybercriminals tend to imitate well-known, reputable companies in phishing scams because it increases the chances of their fraudulent messages being “trusted” and opened. Recently, Domains.co.za has been made aware of numerous email phishing attacks pretending to be us. Rest assured that we will never ask you to update your banking or credit card details through unsolicited emails or messages. The best way to protect yourself online […]

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