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How To Configure PHP Timezone Via cPanel

Setting the correct timezone for your website is essential for accurate timestamps in logs, user activities, scheduled tasks, and application functions. Configuring your PHP timezone correctly ensures all date and time functions align with your local or target region. With cPanel, you can easily configure PHP timezone for your site by editing the php.ini file or using the Select PHP Version interface, which is provided with your Domains.co.za Web Hosting account. Steps to Configure PHP Timezone via cPanelAdditional InformationWhat is PHP?Why Change PHP Timezone in cPanel?Best Practices To Configure PHP Timezone in cPanel Steps to Configure PHP Timezone via cPanel Follow these steps to set or change your PHP timezone using th […]

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How To Include PHP Code In .html Pages

Knowing how to include PHP code in HTML pages allows you to add dynamic features, such as contact forms, content includes, or date/time functions, without changing your file structure. This can be useful for developers who want to keep using .html files while still benefiting from PHP’s server-side functionality. At Domains.co.za, our Web Hosting plans support PHP out of the box. With just a few tweaks, you can enable PHP code execution within your .html pages and unlock powerful features for your site — without renaming every file to .php. How to Include PHP Code in .html PagesAdditional InformationWhat Is PHP?Why Include PHP Code in .html Pages How to Include PHP Code in .html Pages 1. Login to your Domains.co.za accou […]

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Suspension Run Questions & Answers

The Domains.co.za Suspension Run is an automated Billing Procedure that runs approximately 7 working days after the Invoicing Run. During this grace period, the client will receive a total of 3 (three) Unpaid Account notifications to their chosen means of contact. The Suspension Run will automatically suspend ALL SERVICES related to overdue Unpaid or Shortpaid Invoices. The hosting services will be suspended, this means that your website will NOT BE ONLINE, and any email accounts linked to the hosting service will NOT SEND OR RECEIVE EMAILS. The onus is on the client to be aware and monitor their account with Domains.co.za to avoid suspension of services. Suspension Run Questions & AnswersWhat is Suspension?How many days gra […]

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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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