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How To Block IP Addresses In cPanel

Knowing how to block IP addresses from accessing your website is an effective method to protect it against suspicious activities, spam, malicious traffic, and cyberattacks. With cPanel’s IP Blocker tool, it’s easy to limit access to your site from known malicious IP addresses or geographical locations. Domains.co.za makes securing your site and data simple via the user-friendly control panel included in your Web Hosting package. How to Block IP Addresses in cPanelAdditional InformationWhy Block IP Addresses in cPanel?Tips for Blocking IP AddressesLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za Dashboard How to Block IP Addresses in cPanel Follow these simple steps to block access to your site from s […]

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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 Add A Website In cPanel

Adding a new website to your Domains.co.za Web Hosting account using cPanel is easy, letting you have and run multiple websites under a single Hosting plan. This guide will show you how to add a new site using the Add Domains feature in cPanel to link a new domain name to your hosting, upload site files, and manage everything from one dashboard. How to Add a Website in cPanelAdditional InformationAfter You Add A New Website in cPanel How to Add a Website in cPanel Follow these steps to add a new website to your hosting account via the cPanel control panel. Keep in mind that you will need to register your new website’s domain name and ensure its nameservers point to your Domains.co.za Web Hosting account before adding it. 1. […]

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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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How To Restrict Website Access With cPanel IP Blocker And .htaccess File

This guide will show you how to use two methods to help keep your site secure, the first is how to restrict website access with cPanel IP Blocker and the second using .htaccess. cPanel is included with your Domains.co.za Web Hosting plan. Blocking website access allows you to protect sensitive areas, block malicious traffic and unwanted visitors, or limit site access during and after development. How to Restrict Website Access with cPanel IP BlockerHow to Restrict Website Access Using .htaccessAdditional InformationWhy Restrict Website Access With IP Blocking How to Restrict Website Access with cPanel IP Blocker The cPanel IP Blocker is a security feature within the cPanel control panel that allows you to restrict website ac […]

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How To Delete Cron Jobs In cPanel

In this guide, we will walk you through the steps of how to delete cron jobs in cPanel via your Domains.co.za dashboard. Cron jobs are scheduled tasks that run automatically at specific intervals on your Web Hosting server. They are useful for automating routine website functions, such as running backups or executing scripts at fixed intervals. How to Delete Cron Jobs in cPanelAdditional InformationWhat Are Cron Jobs?Why Delete Cron Jobs? How to Delete Cron Jobs in cPanel As your website evolves, some cron jobs may become outdated, unnecessary, or even problematic if they reference files that have been removed or legacy systems are no longer in use. Fortunately, cPanel makes it easy to view, manage, and delete cron jobs, eve […]

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How To Change PHP Version In cPanel

Learning how to change PHP version in cPanel is a simple process that allows you to optimise performance, improve compatibility with scripts, or enable new features and tools for your website. This guide will walk you through the steps using your cPanel control panel in your Domains.co.za Web Hosting plan. How to Change PHP Version in cPanelAdditional InformationWhy Change the PHP VersionBefore You Change PHP Version How to Change PHP Version in cPanel Here are the steps to update the PHP version for your website via cPanel. 1. Login to your Domains.co.za account. 2. Click on Manage Services on the left-hand side and select Web Hosting from the drop-down menu. 3. Click Manage next to your domain. 4. Next, click the Login but […]

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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. How to Upgrade Your Web HostingHow to Upgrade Your cPanel Web HostingWhat is cPanel?cPanel Dashboard FeaturesBenefits of UpgradingHow to Choose the Right Website Hosting Plan for Your Website How to Upgrade Your Web Hosting 1. Click Manage Services on the menu. 2. Select Web 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 finish your hosting upgrade. How to Upgrade Your cPanel Web Ho […]

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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 & GuidanceHow to Choose the Right Website Hosting Plan for Your Website Internet Access Your gateway to online connectivity and web hosting services is facilitated by an authorised Internet Service Provider (ISP). These providers bridge the […]

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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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