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Which Domain Extension Should I Choose?
Here are three things you’ll want to consider when deciding which domain extension to use.
1. What fits your branding?
If your branding is a corporate image, then it would be worth seeking out a .com URL. Some major businesses adopt a .co.nz or ...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is Virtual Hosting?
Virtual hosting is a method for hosting multiple domain names (with separate handling of each name) on a single server (or pool of servers).
This allows one server to share its resources, such as memory and processor cycles, without requiring al...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
Why do I need SiteLock?
There are hundreds of thousands of cyber threats to your website and network stability . New ones are being discovered every day. If your website is infected by any one of these, your business may suffer, not only due to website downtime, but also ...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What does SiteLock do?
SiteLock is a website security tool that will protect your website, network, and business . It's one of the most comprehensive online security services available today.
Once installed, SiteLock will scan your website regularly to look for vulne...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
How does the Sitewiz Free Trial work?
The 1-Month Free Trial plan has a 2-page limit and gives you an opportunity to explore the Sitewiz drag-and-drop builder and templates.
The trial is live for 28 days, if you decide to continue with your website simply upgrade at anytime before...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
Can you re-issue my SSL Certificate and does it cost anything?
Yes, just send an email through to support@freeparking.co.nz with the new CSR and we will get your certificate re issued. There is no charge for this.
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a DIY Website Builder?
A DIY Website Builder like Sitewiz helps those without the technical HTML coding skills to build and maintain their own website . Website Builders allow you to create and update your website using your web browser and then publish it to the Interne...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
Do I need a SSL Certificate for my website?
If you are collecting sensitive information or providing customer accounts via your website then you will need an SSL Certificate .
Processing credit card data for online sales should now all be done via your Payment Gateways secure server.
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a CSR?
A CSR is a “Certificate Signing Request” and is used to create an SSL certificate . It contains a block of encrypted text that is generated on the server that the SSL Certificate will be used on.
This contains information that will be included ...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
Can I check my email when away from my computer?
You can access your email while away from your computer by going to http://mail.yourdomain.co.nz/webmail (where 'yourdomain' is your domain name) .
Log in using your username (generally your full email address) and password, any mail that has not...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
How do I set up extra users/mailboxes?
You can add a new mailbox/user by logging into your mail admin control panel (http://mail.yourdomain.co.nz/mailadmin) .
Click on "Manage Accounts" from the menu on the left of the screen and then click "Add User" to create a new mailbox. Fill in ...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)?
Search engine optimisation (SEO) is the practice of increasing the visibility of your website within the natural (organic) listing on Google . The goal of SEO is to increase the quantity and quality of traffic to your website.
Search Engine Optim...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What programmes or devices can I use to access my email?
You can use any email programme such as Microsoft Outlook or Mac Mail . Alternatively, you can use our webmail service which only requires a web browser.
You can also add your @yourdomain.co.nz email to 3rd party email services like Google Mail...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What if I make a spelling mistake when registering a Domain?
If you make a mistake with a .nz name you can contact us within 5 days to cancel the name at no charge. All other extensions such as .com will be subject to standard charging. Be careful !
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
SEO vs AdWords: What's the difference?
AdWords vs SEO is an old debate that has raged between in the digital marketing field for years. One will always say that the other is worse, and will scream it in their face until they’re blue. This article isn’t going to decide which one is better...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What characters can a Domain contain?
Domains may only contain a-z, 0-9, and - (hyphen). Domains can be up to 63 characters long, excluding the extensions. Domain names are not case-sensitive.
Renew your domain , or find a new domain here .
Did you know? All the letter combination...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What happens if I don't renew my domain name?
For .nz Domains your Domain will be placed on hold for 90 days. During this time, you will not be able to use the Domain, but you will be able to renew it after paying a fee to redeem the domain. Once the 90-day period is over the name will be made ...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
I've been contacted to verify my domain... what do I do?
For international domains like .com, as part of the agreement of ICANN (governing body) terms of service you are required once a year to verify that the domain contacts on the domain are up to date.
What is required?
These emails may appear susp...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
How long does it take for a domain to register?
After you have registered a domain name, it will take 24-72 hours for your domain name to propagate to all of the root DNS servers. Your domain may show up in the WHOIS database before it has fully propogated to the root DNS servers.
Been longer t...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a Top Level Domain?
A TLD or Top-Level Domain is identified as being among the highest level domains in the internet’s Domain Name System (DNS). It can easily be identified by the letters directly after the final dot in a website address.
Take the internet address ww...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is WhoIs?
WHOIS is a type of query and response protocol. It is commonly applied in querying databases which contain stored registered assignees or users of an Internet resource. The said internet resource can include an IP address block, domain names, or an ...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is Shared Web Hosting?
A shared web hosting service is where one physical web server connected to the Internet, hosts many websites. This sort of hosting is arguably the most affordable hosting service available to website owners. Its cost is low because the expenses of r...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is Reverse DNS?
Reverse DNS is IP (Internet Protocol) address to domain name mapping. It is the opposite of forward (regular) DNS which charts domain names to IP addresses.
Reverse DNS IS different from forward DNS.
Forward DNS for “xyz.com” pointing to IP addr...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a Root Name Server?
Root name servers are the servers located at the bottom (or root) of the Domain Name System hierarchy.
The DNS system converts Internet domain names such as www.example.com to numeric addresses such as 123.34.56.78 or 3a10:2g0:4:5::56 (hypothetica...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a Namespace?
A namespace is a set of characters used to arrange objects of different kinds so that they may be designated by name.
Key examples include:
File systems are namespaces that give names to files.
Some programming languages arrange their subrou...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is HTTPS?
HTTPS stands for Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure. It is a more secure version of HTTP which employs the use of Transport Layer Security (TLS) or Secure Socket Layer (SSL) as a sublayer under the usual HTTP application layering.
HTTP is the pro...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is the IANA?
The Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) is a body that is responsible for the coordinating of vital elements that enable the smooth running of the internet. It oversees the allocation of global IP addresses, Domain Name System (DNS), the inte...
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Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is an MX Record?
Mail Exchange, or MX records, are DNS (Domain Name System) records with the specialised function of delivering emails into respective addresses.
In simplified terms, an MX record tells users which machines are responsible for receiving incoming ma...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a Name Server?
A name server is a specialised online server that is used to execute queries or questions from a localised computer, inquiring about the location of a domain name’s numerous operations.
An easy way to think about name servers is to use the phone b...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021
What is a gTLD?
A generic Top Level Domain, designated as gTLD is the most widely used category of TLDs (top level domains). It is the TLD of an internet address that indicates the address is generically associated with a particular domain class such as .org, .net,...
Written by
Sasiprabhu Yuvaraj
Updated on : 21 Oct 2021