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How To View Emails Remotely

With Domains.co.za, you can access and view emails remotely from anywhere as long as you have an internet connection. All our Web Hosting and Email Hosting plans include Webmail Access, making email management convenient and secure. This guide will show you the steps to set it up. Steps to View Emails RemotelyAdditional InformationThe Benefits of Using Webmail from Domains.co.zaRequesting a Password Reset Steps to View Emails Remotely Webmail is an intuitive web-based email platform that enables you to log in and organize your emails with drag-and-drop functionality, enhanced security features, privacy, and automated responses. To view your emails remotely, follow these steps: 1. Open your preferred web browser, such as Goog […]

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How Do I Know What Is The Best Hosting Option For My Website?

Your best hosting option will be determined by the provider that you host with and the features available in the website hosting packages that they offer, especial regarding, stability, security and speed. Any reputable hosting provider should be guaranteeing a minimum of 99.9% uptime, their packages should be including automatic updates, free SSLs and multiple security features, as well as a stable server foundation that has been optimised toward security and speed, whilst their features should indicate the resources available e.g. the amount of disk-space, MySQL Databases, email addresses and domains that the package offers.. How to Assess the Best Hosting Option for Your WebsiteHow to Choose the Right Website Hosting Plan […]

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Does Email Data Count For The Monthly Bandwidth?

Your Email Hosting plan includes all your email data and website traffic in its monthly bandwidth limit and disk space allocation. This guide will explain how it works and the factors influencing its usage. What Is Monthly Bandwidth?Factors That Can Impact Monthly Bandwidth UsageAdditional InformationEmail Threats Affecting Monthly BandwidthLogin to Domains.co.za Account What Is Monthly Bandwidth? Monthly bandwidth measures the amount of data transferred when you send or receive emails and when visitors interact with your website each month. It includes both email data stored on your server, and data exchanged between your website and its users. Your hosting plan includes a set amount of bandwidth per month. Sending emails, […]

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If I Register A Domain Name With Domains.co.za Must I Have My Hosting With You As Well?

When you register a domain name with any hosting provider, you are not required to host your website with them. Domain Registration and Web Hosting are separate services, allowing you to select different providers for each. Why You Can Host Your Domain & Website with Different Companies Additional Information Register a Domain vs. Web Hosting Services How to Register a Domain NameWhy You Should Choose Domains.co.za for Domain Name Registration & Website Hosting  Why You Can Host Your Domain & Website with Different Companies  When you register a domain and choose a web hosting service, each comes with its own set of options and providers. Purchasing a domain gives you the right to use a specific website address.&nbs […]

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How To Find Your cPanel Username

Your cPanel username is essential for your Web Hosting account. It gives you access to all the tools within your cPanel dashboard, where you can manage files, databases, email accounts, security settings, and more. Whether you’re trying to log into cPanel directly or connecting through FTP, knowing your cPanel username is important. If you’ve forgotten it or need to double-check, Domains.co.za makes it easy to retrieve your cPanel login credentials through your hosting account control panel. How To Find Your cPanel UsernameAdditional InformationWhat to Do if You Can’t Find Your cPanel UsernameWhat is cPanel? How To Find Your cPanel Username Follow these quick steps to locate your cPanel username from your Domains.co.za a […]

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How Do I Know If My Website Needs Windows Or Linux Hosting?

Selecting the right Web Hosting platform is an important decision for website owners, with Windows or Linux hosting operating systems often coming up as the best option. Understanding the difference between these operating systems and seeing which of the two best aligns with your website’s needs is vital to ensure optimal performance and functionality.  This guide will cover the main factors to consider when deciding whether to use Windows or Linux-based hosting, from compatibility and technologies to cost considerations and performance.  Understanding Windows or Linux Hosting Windows Hosting Linux Hosting Choosing Between Windows or Linux HostingTechnology and FrameworksServer-Specific SoftwareIntegratio […]

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How To Add, Edit Or Delete DNS Records In cPanel

Managing DNS records in cPanel such as A, CNAME, MX, and TXT entries is an important part of your and domain management and hosting environments. These records direct web traffic, email services, and domain verification for various platforms. With Reseller Hosting and Managed cPanel Hosting from Domains.co.za, you can easily manage all your DNS records from your cPanel interface using the Zone Editor tool. How to Add, Edit or Delete DNS Records in cPanelAdd DNS Records in cPanelEdit DNS Records in cPanelDelete DNS Records in cPanelAdditional InformationDNS FeaturesDNS Record Types ExplainedWhy Edit DNS Records?Login to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za Dashboard How to Add, Edit or Delete DNS Recor […]

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How To Upload Files In WS FTP

This article covers the steps on how to upload files in WS FTP client, so you can effectively maintain your or your clients’ website’s data. How To Upload Files In WS FTPAdditional InformationAbout WS_FTP ClientKey Features Of WS_FTPOther Related KBs How To Upload Files In WS FTP This guide assumes you have WS_FTP installed on your computer and are connected to a remote server. To initiate the FTP connection, please follow these steps: 1. Open the WS FTP Client desktop app. 2. Click Connect. 3. Select your account and enter your User Name and Password details and click Connect. 4. Navigate through your computer’s folder to find the files you want to upload, and select and drag them to the correct folderon the remote hosting […]

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How to Protect your Images and TMP Directories

Most websites require their images and tmp directories to have Full Write Access. This is in order to store files that are generated by the website itself. Occasionally there are vulnerabilities in the website’s own code. These vulnerabilities can allow a ‘hacker’ to upload their PHP, or Perl scripts into the affected directories. These files are designed to exploit the website, e.g. to send out massive email spamming campaigns. TO AVOID THIS:Create an .htaccess file with the following content and save it in each of the directories that you wish to secure. Deny from all Deny from all Allow from all […]

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