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Category: Domains

What Happens When My Domain Expires?

Your domain name is one of the most important elements of your website. If it expires, your website, emails, and any connected services will cease to work. Understanding what happens when a domain expires and how to recover it is essential for keeping your website live and uninterrupted. Domain expiry doesn’t mean instant deletion. There are multiple phases before a domain becomes available for another person to register. What Does Domain Expiry Mean?What is the Domain Expiry Process?How to Recover an Expired DomainAdditional InformationHow to Prevent Domain ExpiryThe Cost of Expired DomainGeneral Domain Expired InformationHow to Choose The Perfect Domain Name What Does Domain Expiry Mean? When a domain reaches its expiratio […]

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How To Cancel An SSL Certificate?

There may be instances where you need to cancel an SSL certificate, whether you’ve purchased the wrong type, made an error during setup, or no longer need it. Understanding the cancellation process and whether you’re eligible for a refund will help you manage your SSL services more effectively. SSL certificates can usually be cancelled through your hosting or certificate provider, but the refund policy depends on the timing and the Certificate Authority (CA) involved. When To Cancel an SSL CertificateHow to Delete An SSL Certificate in cPanelHow to Login to your Domains AccountHow to Access cPanelHow to Cancel An SSL CertificateWill You Get a Refund?How to Install a Free SSL CertificateAdditional InformationReissues vs Can […]

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How To Find FTP Details In cPanel

Learn how to find FTP details in cPanel. FTP (File Transfer Protocol)details allows you to upload, download, and manage website files directly between your computer and your web server. To connect via an FTP client such as FileZilla, you’ll need specific login credentials, including your FTP hostname, username, and password. With web hosting from Domains.co.za, finding your FTP details in cPanel is fast and simple, giving you full control over your website’s file system. How to Find FTP Details in cPanelNavigate to FTP Details AccountsHow to Change FTP Details PasswordHow to Create a FTP Details New AccountAdditional InformationWhat You Can Do with FTPFTP vs File ManagerFTP General InformationLogin to Domains.co.za Accou […]

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Domains.co.za Nameservers: What You Should Know

Domains.co.za Nameservers are an important part of the Domain Name System (DNS). They act as a bridge between your domain name and your website, showing the internet where to find your site and associated services. If your domain is registered elsewhere but you’re hosting your website with Domains.co.za, you’ll need to update the settings to point to the Domains.co.za infrastructure. Understanding domains.co.za can help streamline this process. Domains.co.za NameserversHow to Update Your Nameservers to Domains.co.zaHow to Register Your Domain NameAdditional InformationHow Do Nameserver Settings FunctionDoes It Affect Website ContentDNS Propagation TimeframeMore Domains.co.za Nameservers Information Domains.co.za Nameserver […]

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How To Use Index Manager In cPanel

This article covers how to use Index Manager in the >Web Hosting cPanel dashboard to allow you to control how directories are indexed and presented on your website. This feature improves user experience, strengthens security, and provides better management control for both site administrators and visitors. By default, if a directory lacks an index file, its contents will be listed for users to view in their browser. This setting can be adjusted using the Index Manager to customise how directory listings are handled. How to Use Index Manager in cPanelHow to Edit Index ManagerCustomise Index ManagerAdditional InformationBenefits of Using cPanel Index ManagerLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za […]

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How To Manage MX Records In cPanel

MX records are used to direct emails sent to your domain as to where they should be delivered. Properly managing MX records ensures your email service works smoothly, whether you use hosting from Domains.co.za or a third-party provider like Google Workspace or Microsoft 365. With Web Hosting from Domains.co.za and cPanel, you can easily add, edit, or remove MX records to control your email routing. How to Manage MX Records in cPanelEdit a MX RecordAdd a MX RecordDelete a MX RecordAdditional InformationWhat are MX Records?Why Priority Matters?MX Records General InfoLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za Dashboard How to Manage MX Records in cPanel This article assumes that you have already logge […]

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How To Add And Remove TXT Records In cPanel

With web hosting from Domains.co.za, you can easily manage TXT records through your cPanel interface, ensuring your domain remains secure, verifiable, and compliant with various third-party services. TXT records are text record DNS entries that store text-based data used for various verification and security purposes. These are commonly used to verify domain ownership (e.g., for Google or Microsoft services), set up SPF (Sender Policy Framework) records for email authentication, and implement DMARC or DKIM policies to help prevent email spoofing. How to Add or Remove TXT Records in cPanelHow to Add a TXT Record:How to Remove a TXT RecordAdditional InformationWhat are TXT Records?Login to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel […]

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How To Use IP Deny Manager In cPanel

Knowing how to use the IP Deny Manager in cPanel is a simple yet powerful way to restrict access to your website by blocking unwanted IP addresses or Fully Qualified Domain Names (FQDNs). It’s an essential feature for improving your site’s security and keeping control over who can view and access your content. This guide explains how to use the IP Blocker, also known as IP Deny Manager, via your cPanel control panel, which is accessible through your Domains.co.za Web Hosting account. How to Use IP Deny Manager in cPanelHow to Deny Access to an IP Address or RangesHow to View Currently Blocked IP AddressesHow to Unblock an IP AddressAdditional InformationBenefits of Using IP Blocker in cPanelLogin to Domains.co.za Account […]

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How To Find The A Record In cPanel

An Address (A) record is a DNS record that connects your domain name to your website’s hosting server by pointing it to the server’s IP address. If you need to update settings, troubleshoot a site issue, or point your domain to another server, knowing how to locate your domain’s A record in cPanel is essential. With Web Hosting from Domains.co.za, you can quickly and easily access and manage these records and others through the cPanel interface. How to Find the A Record in cPanelAdditional InformationWhat are A Records?After Editing DNS RecordsLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za Dashboard How to Find the A Record in cPanel This article assumes that you have already logged into cPanel f […]

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How To Delete A Subdomain In cPanel

Subdomains allow you to create separate sections of your website without registering a new domain name, providing a great way to organise your content. However, sometimes you may need to remove an unused subdomain, whether you’re rebranding, consolidating websites, or simply cleaning up your hosting account. The cPanel dashboard, included in your Domains.co.za’s Web Hosting plan makes it easy to delete a subdomain with just a few clicks, along with all the tools you need to manage your website effectively. How to Delete a Subdomain in cPanelAdditional InformationWhy Delete a Subdomain?Best Practices for Deleting a Subdomain How to Delete a Subdomain in cPanel 1. Login to your Domains.co.za account. 2. Click on Manage Servi […]

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