Category: Hosting

How To Upgrade Web Hosting With Domains.co.za

This article explains how to upgrade Web Hosting with Domains.co.za and assumes that you have logged in to your Domains.co.za account. Steps to Upgrade Your Web HostingHow to Upgrade Your cPanel Web HostingWhat is cPanel?cPanel Dashboard FeaturesBenefits of Upgrading Steps to Upgrade Your Web Hosting Click Manage Services on the menu. Select Web Hosting from the dropdown menu. Select your new plan and choose the domain’s hosting you wish to upgrade. At the bottom of the page select Proceed to Cart and complete the order. When the payment has been completed, the automated billing system will finish your hosting upgrade. How to Upgrade Your cPanel Web Hosting Upgrading your cPanel web hosting package is a straightforward pro […]

Beginner’s Guide to Website Hosting

If you’re new to creating websites, understanding Website Hosting is an essential first step. Web Hosting involves renting space on a dedicated hosting server that is connected to the Internet and where your website’s data is securely stored. This ensures your site is always accessible to users and functions smoothly. This guide explains the basics of web hosting, so you can get your website up and running as quickly as possible. Internet AccessWebsiteKey TerminologyWebsite HostingSupport & Guidance Internet Access Your gateway to online connectivity and web hosting services is facilitated by an authorised Internet Service Provider (ISP). These providers bridge the connection between your device and the web, facilitating dat […]

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 […]

How To Upgrade Email Hosting

This article on how to upgrade Email Hosting, assumes you have logged in to your Domains.co.za Account. How to Upgrade Email HostingAdditional Information:Upgrade Email Hosting BenefitsLogin to Domains.co.za Account How to Upgrade Email Hosting 1. Click “Manage Services” on the Menu. 2. Select “Email Hosting” from the dropdown Menu. 3. Select your new plan and choose the Domain’s hosting you wish to upgrade. 4. At the bottom of the page select “Proceed to Cart” and complete the Order. 5. When the payment has been completed, the automated billing system will complete the upgrade to your Hosting. DISCLAIMER: Any pricing reflected on images is for demonstration/reference purposes only and does not constitute actua […]

How To Upgrade WordPress Hosting

To upgrade WordPress Hosting, you must be logged in to your Domains.co.za Account. Upgrade WordPress HostingAdditional InformationWhat is WordPress Hosting?Benefits of Upgrading WordPress HostingBackupTest Your WebsiteMonitor Your Site’s PerformanceLogin to Domains.co.za AccountAccess WordPress from your Domains.co.za DashboardAccess WordPress via cPanel from your Domains.co.za AccountWordPress can be Accessed Online via cPanel Upgrade WordPress Hosting Click “Manage Services” on the Menu. Select “WordPress Hosting” from the dropdown Menu. Select your new plan and choose the Domain’s hosting you wish to upgrade. At the bottom of the page select “Proceed to Cart” and complete the Order. Once payment is complet […]

Registering a Domain Name & Hosting with Domains.co.za

Registering a domain name with Domains.co.za is easy, and if you are taking out one of our qualifying Web Hosting packages at the same time, it could be free*. Added to this, our free AI Domain Name Generator and search tool can assist in providing you a selection of domain name choices, based on your input of keywords that reflect your business, industry, or pertinent SEO keywords. Registering multiple domain names that point to your main website, can promote your brand awareness as well. Bear in mind that when you register a domain name, it could take up to 24 hours to become active. In contrast, hosting may be available once your website is ready to go live online or immediately on activation (after payment has been recei […]

How to Migrate a Website to Domains.co.za

This Knowledgebase article to migrate a website to us explains everything that you need to be aware of before proceeding. Our professional Support Team is always available to assist you to migrating your website and/or emails from any other platform to Domains.co.za. Please take note of the below points and steps to help you understand how our Migration Process works. How to Migrate a Website to Domains.co.zaStep 1: What you need to knowStep 2: Preparing for the MigrationStep 3: Initiating the MigrationStep 4: Complete the Migration RequestStep 5: Pointing to Domains.co.za   How to Migrate a Website to Domains.co.za We will initially move your data to Domains.co.za, and only point or transfer your domain/s once the Migrat […]

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 NameChoose the Right Web HostingcPanel Web Hosting:VPS Hosting:Email Only Hosting:Build Your Website:Add a SSL CertificateAntivirus Security 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, and should reflect your website’s purpo […]

How To Restore or Download Data Using cPanel’s Acronis Backup Module

In this tutorial, we will learn how to restore or download data using cPanel’s Acronis Backup Module. This tutorial assumes you are logged in your Domains.co.za web hosting cPanel dashboard. How To Recover Or Download Files From BackupsHow To Recover Or Download Databases From BackupsRecovering Databases As New OnesAdditional InformationAbout Acronis BackupKey Features of cPanel’s Acronis Backup How To Recover Or Download Files From Backups 1. In your cPanel account, navigate to, and click on the “Acronis Backup” found under the files section of the dashboard. 2. Click on the backup date that you wish to restore and then click on “Files”, which will list the files and directories. 3. Select the files or files and […]

What Is cPanel Web Hosting?

Domains.co.za offers powerful, fast, secure cPanel Web Hosting services. cPanel Web Hosting is advanced control panel software developed by cPanel, LLC, designed to streamline website management for users. It features a user-friendly graphical interface, automation tools, and convenient administration accessible via any standard web browser using a three-tier structure. cPanel OverviewSimplified Web Hosting TasksKey Features of cPanelcPanel Web Hosting Plans cPanel Overview First launched in 1996, cPanel has continuously evolved to meet the increasing demands of web development. It integrates advanced functionalities like Softaculous auto-installer plus essential web management tools such as FTP, cron jobs, and mailing lists […]

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