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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 SoftwareIntegrations and T […]

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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 Create Addon Domain In cPanel

Creating Addon Domains provides flexibility, efficiency, and cost savings by allowing you to manage multiple websites under a single hosting account. This feature is especially useful for individuals, businesses, and web professionals who need to streamline their web management. In this tutorial, we will cover how to create an Addon Domain in cPanel, available to users with Domains.co.za cPanel Hosting plans. This guide assumes you have cPanel access and are already logged in. Creating Addon Domains in cPanelLogin to cPanel DashboardDirect Your Addon Domain FilesAdditional InformationBenefits of Addon Domains Creating Addon Domains in cPanel Login to cPanel Dashboard 1. Login to your Domains.co.za account.   2. Fro […]

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Managing Files in WS FTP

This tutorial assumes you already have WS_FTP running on your computer and are connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to manage files and folders in WS_FTP. 1. Click New Folder. 2. Enter a Name for the new folder. That’s it! The new folder has been created and can be seen here. 3. Now let’s Rename the folder. Select the folder. 4. Click Rename. 5. Then enter the New Name of the folder. The folder has been renamed. 6. Now let’s delete the folder. Select the folder name, then click Delete. That’s it! The folder has been deleted. Now let’s learn how to change file permissions. 7. Right click the file changelog.txt. 8. Right click and at the bottom of the menu, choose Properties. 9. Now let’s change some of the permi […]

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Deleting Fields from Database Tables with phpMyAdmin

This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin: 1. Now let’s learn how to Delete Fields from database tables 2. Select the Details table here 3. Let’s delete the City field 4. Click the Delete (or Drop) icon and click Yes to confirm That’s it! We’ve successfully deleted the city field from our database table This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to delete fields from database tables using phpMyAdmin […]

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How to Upgrade a Script Installed by Softaculous

It’s recommended to keep your scripts updated as new versions may fix security risks and other bugs. 1. Select the box icon at the top right. Here is a list of all scripts we currently have installed through Softaculous. 2. If there is a new version of a script, it will be indicated by the double blue arrows icon. Click it to begin. 3. Click Upgrade. 4. After a moment, the new files will be copied over. To complete the installation, use this link and follow the instructions for each installer. That’s it! You now know how to upgrade a script installed in Softaculous. […]

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How To Install TinyWebGallery Via Softaculous

In this tutorial, we will walk you through the process of installing TinyWebGallery via Softaculous using the cPanel dashboard, available to users on Domain.co.za’s hosting plans. Before we get started, please make sure you are logged into cPanel. Using TinyWebGallery makes creating and managing image galleries on your website a breeze. This software enables you to easily publish stunning galleries for various purposes, whether you want to showcase your artwork, sell products, engage with your community, or enhance your website. How to Install TinyWebGallery via SoftaculousFor TinyWebGallery Quick InstallFor TinyWebGallery Custom Install After TinyWebGallery Quick & Custom InstallationsAdditional InformationBenefits Of Usi […]

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How to Park a Domain in cPanel

This demo assumes you’ve already logged in to cPanel Now let’s learn how to park a domain 1. Click the Parked Domains icon under the Domains section. Domain parking is useful when you have additional domain names that you want people to be able to use to get to your website. 2. Enter the new domain you want to park here, then click Add Domain That’s it! Now when someone browses to mybiz123.info, they’ll automatically be redirected to mybiz123.net Be sure to set your parked domain name’s DNS settings to the same as your main domain or the redirection will not work From here you can see a list of parked domains and you can manage or delete these parked domains from here. This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to pa […]

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