{"id":4209,"date":"2026-02-04T11:00:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T09:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/blog\/?p=4209"},"modified":"2026-02-04T11:00:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T09:00:46","slug":"online-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/blog\/online-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Your Small SA Business Online Costs Less Than You Think"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>If you are considering taking your small South African business online &#8211; there&#8217;s no better time than now. As we move deeper into 2026 and beyond, the connection between your business&#8217; online visibility and its long-term success will become undeniable. But for many small businesses this seemingly obvious step may seem a little too daunting. What if it costs too much, or is too difficult to manage?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the good news: getting your small business online costs less than you think, plus it can be easy and quick too. From the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/domain-registration\">Domain Name<\/a> you register to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/web-hosting-south-africa\">Web Hosting<\/a> plan you sign up for, at Domains.co.za we make getting online affordable and effortless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we look at why it is vital for your small business to be online in 2026 and offer solutions to help you realise this goal on a budget and without any technical fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-takeaways\">KEY TAKEAWAYS:<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Getting your small SA business online is far more affordable than most people think.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don\u2019t need a full website to get started &#8211; a single-page website like our Link in Bio is a great start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Link in Bio website gives customers one reliable place to find you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being online helps you reach new customers without working longer hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your website can grow as your business grows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local hosting and support make managing your site easier.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get your business online affordably and reliably with Domains.co.za.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h4>TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/h4><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#key-takeaways\">KEY TAKEAWAYS:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#8-reasons-why-your-small-business-needs-a-website\">8 Reasons Why Your Small Business Needs a Website<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#1-a-website-offers-maximum-accessibility\">1. A website offers maximum accessibility<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-a-website-is-super-convenient\">2. A website is super convenient<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-a-website-allows-you-to-reach-a-wider-audience-more-quickly\">3. A website allows you to reach a wider audience more quickly<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-a-website-is-open-24-7-365\">4. A website is open 24\/7\/365<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-potential-customers-will-look-for-your-website\">5. Potential customers will look for your website <\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-a-website-can-help-you-roll-out-changes-quickly\">6. A website can help you roll out changes quickly<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-a-website-can-grow-with-your-business\">7. A website can grow with your business<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#8-a-website-can-help-you-keep-customers-engaged-for-longer\">8. A website can help you keep customers engaged for longer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#how-to-take-your-small-business-online-with-domains-co-za-for-less-than-you-think\">How to Take Your Small Business Online with Domains.co.za for Less<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#option-1-a-single-page-website-from-r-398-00-per-year-r-35-per-month\">Option 1: A Single Page Website &#8211; From R398.00* per year (+\/- R35 per month)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#option-2-create-a-word-press-website-from-r-129-00-per-month\">Option 2: Create A WordPress Website \u2013 From R129.00* per month<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#option-3-build-a-website-with-our-ai-website-builder-from-r-158-00-per-month\">Option 3: Build A Website with Our AI Website Builder \u2013 From R158.00* per month<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#how-to-choose-the-perfect-domain-name\">How to Choose the Perfect Domain Name<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faqs-1\">FAQS<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#other-blogs-of-interest\">Other Blogs of Interest<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-reasons-why-your-small-business-needs-a-website\">8 Reasons Why Your Small Business Needs a Website<strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We get it &#8211; you are sceptical. You have your corner at the Saturday market, and you are on social media. Business is going well. Why complicate it all with a website?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is about being visible, either at a market or on social (or both), is a must for your small business. But it&#8217;s a competitive jungle out there. You need somewhere you can send potential customers where you could have their undivided attention and potentially get them to return regularly without any additional effort or marketing from your side. That&#8217;s where your website comes in. And here&#8217;s why it matters:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-block-image size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/small-online-costs-02.webp\" alt=\"Strip Banner Text - Did you know that our .co.za Domain Name Registrations cost only R99.00 , and Renewals R109.00?\" title=\"Did you know that our .co.za Domain Name Registrations cost only R99.00 , and Renewals R109.00?\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-a-website-offers-maximum-accessibility\">1. A website offers maximum accessibility<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When someone hears about your stall or spots one of you posts on a social platform, the next thing they will want to do is look you up. A website gives them one reliable place to find you, irrespective of what time it is. Instead of scrolling through old posts or trying to remember which market you are selling at, they can access everything you want to show them in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-a-website-is-super-convenient\">2. A website is super convenient<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your audience and potential customers know they can find you on social media, or at a specific shopping centre, weekly market, etc., they don&#8217;t want to have to jump through hoops just to ask a question or view your products again. A website offers you the space to list your products, share all the information about them and warm leads before they contact you for further questions etc. It&#8217;s a win-win for both you and your customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-a-website-allows-you-to-reach-a-wider-audience-more-quickly\">3. A website allows you to reach a wider audience more quickly<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At a market or local shopping centre, your reach is limited to the people who walk past you. And sadly, on social platforms, your posts may only reach a fraction of your followers. But a website removes those limitations. Someone searching for something you sell, even if they have never heard of you before, can stumble across your brand with a single click. That means new customers could always find you without you needing to sell at more markets or work longer hours or spend more on marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-a-website-is-open-24-7-365\">4. A website is open 24\/7\/365<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not at the market selling, or posting to social media \u2013 then how&#8217;s business? We&#8217;re guessing that it may be slightly quiet. With a website you will be visible online in search engine searches and be able to attract leads even while you are doing other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-potential-customers-will-look-for-your-website\">5. Potential customers will look for your website <strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever experienced the frustration of looking for a specific business online and not finding it? Your customers feel the same way. If someone enjoyed chatting to you at a market, or saved your product from a social platform, then they&#8217;ll likely search for you later on to show a friend or obtain more information. But if nothing comes up online, they may lose interest and even browse to a competitor\u2019s website that they found while searching for yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-a-website-can-help-you-roll-out-changes-quickly\">6. A website can help you roll out changes quickly<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Things can change quickly. You could add a new product, discontinue a service or welcome a new supplier almost overnight, and as a result need to make updates to your current marketing material. Updating a printed brochure could take several days to implement. But the great benefit of having a website is the ability to make updates like these in real-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-a-website-can-grow-with-your-business\">7. A website can grow with your business<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have a website; the world is your oyster. You may start with a simple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/link-in-bio\">one-page mini website<\/a> that only lists what you sell with details on how to contact you. But later, you could bulk up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/wordpress-hosting\">WordPress Hosting<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/web-hosting-south-africa\">cPanel Web Hosting<\/a>, add more products, and even start selling online too. Just as your market stall size may increase, or your product range expands over time, your website can evolve as you grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-a-website-can-help-you-keep-customers-engaged-for-longer\">8. A website can help you keep customers engaged for longer<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At a shopping centre or market, people are confronted with all kinds of activity and other shopping goals, which means you may have their attention for a limited time frame before they&#8217;ll be moving on. A website gives visitors more convenience because they can browse when they want and as a result spend more time getting to know your brand. Who knows, they could even share your link with a friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-take-your-small-business-online-with-domains-co-za-for-less-than-you-think\">How to Take Your Small Business Online with Domains.co.za for Less<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, so let&#8217;s talk about money&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For your convenience, we list three options below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-1-a-single-page-website-from-r-398-00-per-year-r-35-per-month\">Option 1: A Single Page Website &#8211; From R398.00* per year (+\/- R35 per month)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can see the value of having a website but want something light and basic to start out with, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/link-in-bio\">Link in Bio tool<\/a> could be a great solution for you. It&#8217;s SA&#8217;s first alternative to link in bios like Linktree and Beacons, but the difference is that it can be utilised as a one-page mini website, and it is powered by your own domain name \u2013 no hosting needed. This means you own the link, the traffic, and the brand exposure. Something that&#8217;s often lost when using another third-party bio solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Domains.co.za&#8217;s Link in Bio is available to our customers as an add-on to any domain name for only R299.00* per year. To keep costs down, we suggest registering a .co.za @ R99.00, because the renewal rate for this TLD is generally low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key features of Domains.co.za&#8217;s Link in Bio:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Branded Domain Link<\/strong> &#8211; Strengthen brand recognition with a page powered by your own domain name*.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Three Customisable Templates<\/strong> &#8211; Choose from three clean, modern layouts that align with your brand\u2019s look and feel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Built-In SEO Tools<\/strong> &#8211; Add page titles, keywords and description to improve visibility on Google.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexible Content Blocks<\/strong> &#8211; Easily include offers, contact details and featured links in expandable text sections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local Support &amp; Free SSL<\/strong> &#8211; Benefit from trusted, superior local support and secure encryption at no extra cost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fast, Simple Setup<\/strong> &#8211; Launch a fully functional single-page website in just minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bcc2c405fe773f92d6dffc90a2fc77a5\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-07e9717d3ba5881657e67e7c1434843c\">Don&#8217;t overlook the power of a more fitting TLD like .space for example. While more expensive &#8211; currently R649.00 to register and R699.00 to renew &#8211; getting a single page website can still cost you less than R1000 for the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33c30f1636ed0c199ec5d785e4206186\"><em>*Domain Name Registration Not Included<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/blog\/register-a-space-domain-name\/\">Register a .SPACE Domain Name and Free Your Imagination<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>VIDEO:<\/strong> <a alt=\"Link to Domains.co.za - How to Build your Link in Bio\" title=\"Domains.co.za - How to Build your Link in Bio\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1hqiS508Ilo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Build your Link in Bio<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-block-image size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/small-online-costs-03.webp\" alt=\"Strip Banner Text - Did you know that you can add Link in Bio \u2013 a one-page website \u2013 to a Domain Name* for just R299.00 per year?\" title=\"Did you know that you can add Link in Bio \u2013 a one-page website \u2013 to a Domain Name* for just R299.00 per year?\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-2-create-a-word-press-website-from-r-129-00-per-month\">Option 2: Create A WordPress Website \u2013 From R129.00* per month<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>WordPress is the world&#8217;s leading content management system (CMS). It is also open source, which means you can get access to the platform for free. To launch your beautiful website to the world, you still need WordPress Hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Domains.co.za&#8217;s WordPress Hosting has been expertly created to optimise WordPress websites when it comes to performance, security and stability. Our entry level plan starts at R129.00 a month and it includes a free Domain Name Registration*.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using WordPress isn&#8217;t as simple and straight-forward as setting up a Link in Bio for example but we offer numerous &#8220;How to&#8221; articles in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/knowledgebase\/\">Knowledgebase<\/a>to help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key features of Domains.co.za&#8217;s WordPress Hosting:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>WordPress-Optimised Performance<\/strong> &#8211; Purpose-built servers for fast, <a>stable<\/a> and reliable WordPress websites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced Security<\/strong> &#8211; Multi-layer protection, Patchstack vulnerability shielding and 1-Click security hardening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily Off-Site Backups<\/strong> &#8211; Automated Acronis backups with quick, reliable restore options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smart Updates &amp; Staging &#8211;<\/strong> Test WordPress updates and changes safely before applying them live.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Built-In Speed Optimisation &#8211;<\/strong> LiteSpeed caching for improved load times and smoother user experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local Hosting in Teraco (JHB)<\/strong> &#8211; Low latency, high uptime and strong local connectivity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy Management Tools<\/strong> &#8211; WordPress Toolkit and cPanel for simple, centralised site management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Developer &amp; Support Ready<\/strong> &#8211; SSH, WP-CLI and Git support, backed by WordPress-trained staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free SSL &amp; Migration<\/strong> &#8211; SSL Certificates included and free migration of your primary WordPress site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>VIDEO:<\/strong> <a alt=\"Link to Domains.co.za - How to Login to Your WordPress Admin Dashboard\" title=\"Domains.co.za - How to Login to Your WordPress Admin Dashboard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2ZrtO2y1ajQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Login to Your WordPress Admin Dashboard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-3-build-a-website-with-our-ai-website-builder-from-r-158-00-per-month\">Option 3: Build A Website with Our AI Website Builder \u2013 From R158.00* per month<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If WordPress is slightly above your technical expertise, don&#8217;t worry \u2013 our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/websitebuilder\">AI website builder<\/a> has you covered. It is available as an add-on to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/web-hosting-south-africa\">cPanel Web Hosting<\/a> packages, each of which includes a free Domain Name Registration*. Our Web Hosting packages are priced from R109.00 per month and our AI Site Builder costs R49.00 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up and building your website is quick and easy, plus we offer a series of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/websitebuilder-tutorials\">video tutorials<\/a> to assist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Features of Domains.co.za Site Builder:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AI Design &amp; Text &#8211; <\/strong>Our AI Website Builder will create&nbsp;layouts and text tailored to your business.&nbsp;Simply share some information on your business, and it will do the rest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Responsive Design<\/strong> &#8211; Your site automatically looks great on mobile, tablet, and desktop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drag &amp; Drop Plugins<\/strong> &#8211; Add features in seconds by dragging plugins exactly where you want them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ecommerce Ready<\/strong> &#8211; Create anything from a simple shop to a full online store with built-in payment options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free SSL Certificate<\/strong> &#8211; Protect visitor data, build trust, and support better search rankings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>200+ Professional Templates &#8211;<\/strong> Choose from a wide range of modern, flexible templates designed to look polished from day one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Engaging Plugins<\/strong> &#8211; Add social media feeds, videos, podcasts, and galleries &#8211; no coding required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preview &amp; Publish<\/strong> &#8211; Preview your site across devices before going live, then publish with one click.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SEO &amp; Visitor Stats<\/strong> &#8211; Improve search visibility and track performance with built-in SEO tools and <a href=\"https:\/\/analytics.withgoogle.com\/\" alt=\"Link to Google - Google Analytics\" title=\"Google - Google Analytics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Analytics<\/a> integration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy Media Uploads &#8211;<\/strong> Upload images and videos or embed content using simple links &#8211; no technical setup needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>VIDEO:<\/strong> <a alt=\"Link to Domains.co.za - How to Create a Website with AI Website Builder\" title=\"Domains.co.za - How to Create a Website with AI Website Builder\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zHduQey9ZHQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Create a Website with AI Website Builder<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4f7d05e32568b66f1132253c3819a515\"><em>*Terms and Conditions:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-84e37d3d5f49f1d6d94d1420eed6b4b6\"><em>&#8211; Link in Bio does not include a Domain Name Registration.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9ccd91b861a7f6fa58fd99f39e99ce74\"><em>&#8211; Free Domain Registration with web hosting applies to the following extensions only &#8211; .co.za,.org.za,.net.za,.web.za,.online. Free Domain Registration is only applicable at time of purchase.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-063263976de6ca38cba575721e1c2045\"><em>&nbsp;&#8211; All listed prices exclude premium domain names. All Prices Include VAT.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e9ed85eb26d7bbcd0c7d3e3dc50034b0\"><em>&#8211; <strong>Option 1:<\/strong> This price is calculated on a .co.za Domain Name Registration at R99.00 and the Link in Bio Add-On at R299.00 for the first year. Domain renewals are billed annually. At the time of publication, the .co.za domain renewal fee is R109.00 per year, and the Link in Bio Add-On renewal fee is R299.00 per year. Renewal rates are subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-95d0dcbce6b8b1c034d0bc5c6d7f0330\"><em>&#8211; <strong>Option 2: <\/strong>This price is calculated on the WordPress Hosting Small package of R109.00 per month, which includes a free a .co.za <\/em>.<em>co.za,.org.za,.net.za,.web.za,.online<\/em><em> <\/em><em>Domain Name Registration*, and making use of a free WordPress template.&nbsp; Normal domain renewal rates apply, and all prices are subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ce5f0c464c7e070b4d9ec47f65cb5de5\"><em>&#8211; <strong>Option 3: <\/strong>This price is calculated based on the cPanel Basic Web Hosting package of R109.00 per month, which includes a free a .co.za <\/em>.<em>co.za,.org.za,.net.za,.web.za,.online<\/em><em> <\/em><em>Domain Name Registration*, and the Site Builder Add-On of R49.00 per month. Normal domain renewal rates apply, and all prices are subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/bulk-domain-registration\" alt=\"Link to Domains.co.za - Bulk Domain Registrations\" title=\"Domains.co.za - Bulk Domain Registrations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.domains.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/small-online-costs-04.webp\" alt=\"Strip Banner Text - Did you know that all our Web Hosting packages include a free Domain Name Registration*? [Get started]\" title=Did you know that all our Web Hosting packages include a free Domain Name Registration*? [Get started]\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-choose-the-perfect-domain-name\">How to Choose the Perfect Domain Name<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>VIDEO:<\/strong>  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RHCJNdsqf9E\" alt=\"Link to Domains.co.za - How to Choose &amp; Register the PERFECT Domain Name\" title=\"Domains.co.za - How to Choose &amp; Register the PERFECT Domain Name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Choose &amp; Register the PERFECT Domain Name<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RHCJNdsqf9E\" alt=\"Domains.co.za YouTube - How to Choose &#038; Register the PERFECT Domain Name\" title=\"Domains.co.za YouTube - How to Choose &#038; Register the PERFECT Domain Name\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs-1\">FAQS<strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1770187246594\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h6 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I really need a website if I already sell at markets or on social media?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. A website gives you a central place to send customers where they can find everything about your business without distraction.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1770187263908\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h6 class=\"rank-math-question \">What\u2019s the cheapest way to get my business online in South Africa?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Registering a .co.za domain and adding a Link in Bio is one of the most affordable ways to get started, costing under R400 for the year.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1770187271676\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h6 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use my own domain with Link in Bio?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. 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