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4 Cybercrime Trends Every South African Must Be Aware Of

Four Cybercrime Trends that every South African must be aware of

Cybercrime is making headlines again after the recent TransUnion data breach affected 3 million consumers and 600,000 businesses. Not all cybercrime trends make the news, however, which means the truth about what’s really happening is actually a far bigger problem. 4 Cybercrime Trends that are currently making the rounds:1. Travellers are hot pickings2. Mobile attacks are on the rise3. Social Media is helping cybercriminals create better attacks4. Cybercriminals are using Deepfake Technology According to Mimecast’s “State of Email Security”, they report that 92% of South African businesses have experienced some form of impersonation fraud, or Business Email Compromise, over the past year. As hybrid and remote working c […]

Header Text - It is MORE than just a Domain Name - it is an Opportunity

It is MORE than just a Domain Name – it is an Opportunity

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 a domain name, it is a tangible start to the business idea you’ve had in your mind. Suddenly, your business is real, and ready for you to give it ‘wings’. But that’s not the only reason we decided on this slogan. We also believe that having a domain is more than just a name on the World Wide Web. We believe that a domain name gives your business credibility, assists with name recognition, user retention, and will influence your marketing strategies for years to come. TABLE OF CONTENTSIt All Starts With a Domain Name!Domain names are hot tech real […]

Domains.co.za Supports Animal Cruelty Prevention Month

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 of a task to take in and care for neglected, abandoned, or lost, animals and they cannot do it alone.     As a domains and hosting company, Domains.co.za is about fast, reliable and secure service and support, but that’s not all we are about. Our branding suggests a bunch of quirky, fun and tech-savvy innovators, and this is of course spot-on. But we also have a lot of heart. In the past we’ve always tried to pair our passion for cycling (and healthy exercise) wi […]

7 Best WordPress Plugins for 2022

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 is bursting with guides to help you pick the best. Along with the list of WordPress plugins we shared recently, we think the following are worth a visit:   1. WPForms – Create custom forms quickly and easily Forms are a great tool to include on your website, as it is an easy way to obtain contact information, gain email subscribers, run surveys and polls etc. With WPForms you can drag and drop pre-built forms or customise your own.   2. MemberPress – Create & restr […]

7 Reasons to Register a .joburg, .durban, .capetown or .africa alongside your .co.za

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-TLDs like .joburg, .durban, capetown and .africa your brand can literally demand the online attention it deserves.  Register a .joburg, .durban, .capetown or .africa Domain NameBenefit 1: We are selling the available domain extensions to our current .co.za customers for R3.00* eachBenefit 2: It will increase your online visibility and protect your brand identityBenefit 3: It can help you highlight a focus areaBenefit 4: It can support your future growth strategyBenefit 5: It can give […]

What to Consider when Choosing your Web Hosting Provider

What to Consider when Choosing your Web Hosting Provider

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 web hosting provider you choose will directly influence your website’s performance online. If you’ve chosen incorrectly, it won’t matter that you have an incredibly optimised, user-friendly website because it simply won’t function properly. The Top Things to Consider For Your Web Hosting Provider1. Server Reliability2. Speed3. Features and Freebies4. Scalability5. Security6. Customer Service & Support7. User InterfaceChoose the Right Website Hosting Plan The Top Things to Consider For Your Web Hosting Provider 1. Server R […]

How To Get More Online Reviews For Your SME Business

In marketing, tools and platforms change, but one thing always stays the same: the importance of “word of mouth”, this is where online reviews come in and play a very significant role. People do not necessarily trust brands; but they do trust what other people say about them. Statistics show that 91% of consumers are more likely to buy products, or make use of a service, after reading positive reviews about the business. Furthermore, 76% of consumers feel the same way about online reviews as they do about recommendations from friends and family. In other words: reviews matter! That’s why irrespective of the size of your business, positive online reviews will be your company’s best sales pitch. It’s time to invest i […]

Header Text - The Benefits of Inbound Marketing For Your SME

The Benefits Of Inbound Marketing For SMEs

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 in selective customers, as opposed to just sending out a message to ‘the masses’ (outbound marketing). Essentially, inbound marketing aims to provide targeted individuals with interesting and/or educational content that’s relevant to them. Various types of inbound marketing include Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Call to Actions, Landing Pages, Whitepapers, Blogs, eBooks, videos, podcasts etc. EXAMPLE: A hair salon will use inbound marketing to share hair styling tips […]

How Important Is Geographic Redundancy To Your Domain Name Server?

How Important Is Geographic Redundancy To Your Domain Name Server?

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, perhaps due to a power outage or other challenges, geo-redundancy will be a pressing matter to prioritise. Not really sure what a DNS has to do with your domain name or hosting? Let’s take a few steps back to explain the relevance a little. What is a Domain Name Server (DNS)?What does Redundancy mean in Web Hosting?What is Geographic Redundancy (Geo-redundancy)?How to Choose the Right Web Hosting Plan for Your Website What is a Domain Name Server (DNS)? A domain name is a short n […]

7 Ways to Save your Start-up Money

6 Ways To Save Your Start-up Money

Every little bit helps, and small changes can help you save your start-up money. 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 your idea is and how many investors you have at the ready, it is always a good idea to cut costs and keep overheads as low as possible while you grow your business. 6 Tips on How to Save your Start-up Money1. Ask: Do you really need an office yet?2. Ask: Do you really need a ‘brick and mortar’ store yet?3. Outsource & Automate4. Buy smartly: 5. Negotiate & Barter6. Think: Inbound Marketing 6 T […]

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