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What is a Top Level Domain (TLD)?

A Top Level Domain, or TLD, is the suffix that follows the main part of a web address. It represents the highest tier in the Domain Name System hierarchy and plays an important role in the structure and registration of domain names. This guide will explain more about TLDs and how they work. How TLDs WorkTypes of Top Level Domains (TLDs)Generic Top Level Domain (gTLD)Country Code Top Level Domain (ccTLD)How to Choose and Register Your Domain NameAdditional InformationGeographic Top Level Domain (geoTLD) How TLDs Work When visitors type a domain name like “amazon.com” into their browser’s search bar, the DNS servers initiate a search process by interacting with the TLD server. Since the extension in this case is “.com,” the DN […]

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Domain Transfer Lock Explained For all .za Domains

Domains.co.za is the first South Africa registrar to implement Domain Transfer Lock for all .za domains, with effect from 1st April 2025. The range of .za TLD domains includes .co.za, .org.za, .web.za, and .net.za. Transfers for .co.za domains have originally differed from traditional protocols. That said, an update was announced on 31st March 2025 by ZARC, the .za registry, which now allows all .za domains to be transfer-locked, similarly to the international domains transfer locking for e.g. .com and .net. NOTE: Additionally, .co.za domains can now be registered or renewed for up to 5 years. With the .co.za lock now being supported, Domains.co.za will lock all domains with the *.za suffix (except for those currently in tra […]

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What SEO Features Does Website Builder Have?

The Domains.co.za Website Builder enhances your site’s Search Engine Optimisation (SEO). Designed with SEO features like tracking tools, including Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics, Yandex Metrika, and Google Tag Manager, our Site Builder enables you to monitor your website and its performance effectively. Overview of the Domains.co.za Website BuilderWebsite Builder SEO FeaturesTracking Tools Facebook Pixel  Google Analytics Yandex Metrika Google Tag Manager Sitemap SSL CertificatesAdditional InformationMeta Information Optimisation Custom Meta Tags Integration Optimising your Website Content for SEO Advanced SEO Features Configuration  Overview of the Domains.co.za Website Builder Domains.co.za offers the simple […]

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A Quick Guide To Our Client Portal

This guide will take you through all the tools in the Domains.co.za Client Portal. It has been specifically designed to simplify domain and website management. If you’re looking at registering your domain name with Domains.co.za and signing up for hosting, this guide will show you how easy it is to use. If you already have an account, you can click here to access it and explore the control panel, learning about its functionality along the way. Features of our Client PortalManaging Your ServicesDomainsEmail Accounts Website and HostingResource Usage Site Statistics FTP Account Databases File Manager phpMyAdmin Install WordPress Softaculous Additional Information How to Sign up For a Domains.co.za Account 1-Cl […]

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How To Setup Email Accounts

This is an overview article that covers how to setup email accounts, whether POP, IMAP, new accounts, Gmail, Yahoo Email, or Microsoft 365 & Outlook. Whether you are looking for a more polished communication channel, managing a growing workforce, registering a new domain, or just starting a business, one of the first steps towards professional and successful communication is knowing how to setup your email account/s. We at Domains.co.za, understand how important it is to have a dependable and efficient email system. From configuring your email settings to syncing your accounts across different devices, this article will equip you with all the information you need to get started with your new email accounts seamlessly. Succes […]

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How To Host A Website with Domains.co.za

Setting up and hosting a site can seem complicated, this step-by-step guide will show you how to host a website and get yours up and running in no time with Domains.co.za. We’ll cover everything from registering a domain name to choosing the right type of hosting plan, building your site, and keeping it safe with SSL Certificates and anti-malware software. Register a Domain NameHow to Register a Domain NameChoose the Right Web HostingcPanel Web Hosting:VPS Hosting:Choose the Right Web HostingEmail Only Hosting:Build Your Website:Add a SSL Certificate Register a Domain Name Before you can host a website, it needs an address, called a domain name, so your customers can find it. A great domain name is memorable, easy to spell, […]

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