Common FAQs

GENERAL QUESTION

Yes, we offer managed hosting, providing full support and maintenance to ensure your server runs smoothly.

To buy a domain at a cheap price, look for promotions or discounts from reputable domain registrars, compare prices, and consider purchasing less common domain extensions.

To set up a URL redirect for a domain, log in to your domain registrar’s control panel, find the “Redirect” or “Forwarding” section, enter the destination URL, and save the settings. The redirect will take effect shortly.

To change the nameservers for your domain, log in to your domain registrar’s control panel, navigate to the “DNS” or “Nameserver” settings, enter the new nameservers provided by your hosting provider, and save the changes. It may take up to 48 hours for the changes to propagate globally.

To generate a CSR (Certificate Signing Request) code, follow these steps:

  1. Open your hosting control panel or server management interface.
  2. Navigate to the SSL/TLS or Security section.
  3. Select “Generate a New CSR” or a similar option.
  4. Enter the required details such as your domain name, organization, and location.
  5. Click “Generate” and save the CSR code. You’ll need it to apply for an SSL certificate.

If you’re using a server like Apache or Nginx, you can also generate the CSR via the command line using OpenSSL.

To set up free email forwarding, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your domain registrar or hosting control panel.
  2. Navigate to the “Email” or “Email Forwarding” section.
  3. Create a new email forwarder by entering the email address you want to forward (e.g., info@yourdomain.com) and the destination email address (e.g., your personal Gmail).
  4. Save the settings, and emails sent to the forwarding address will be automatically redirected to the destination email.

Some domain providers offer this feature for free, while others may require a hosting plan.

To transfer a domain, follow these steps:

  1. Unlock your domain at your current registrar.
  2. Obtain the authorization (EPP) code from your current registrar.
  3. Initiate the domain transfer at your new registrar by entering the domain name and authorization code.
  4. Confirm the transfer request via email.
  5. Wait for the transfer to complete (usually takes 5-7 days).

Make sure your domain is eligible for transfer (usually 60 days after registration or previous transfer).

To transfer an existing hosting account, follow these steps:

  1. Backup your website and data: Download all files, databases, and emails from your current hosting provider.
  2. Choose a new hosting provider: Select a hosting plan with the provider you want to transfer to.
  3. Upload your website: Transfer your files and databases to the new hosting account using FTP, cPanel, or a migration tool provided by the new host.
  4. Update DNS records: Change your domain’s nameservers to point to the new hosting provider.
  5. Test your site: Ensure everything is working properly on the new host before fully switching over.

If needed, many hosts offer free website migration services to assist in the process.

To renew your domain:

  1. Log in to your domain registrar’s control panel.
  2. Go to the “Domains” or “My Domains” section.
  3. Find the domain you want to renew and select the renewal option.
  4. Choose the renewal period (usually 1 year) and proceed to checkout.
  5. Complete the payment to confirm the renewal.

Make sure to renew your domain before it expires to avoid losing ownership. Some registrars offer auto-renewal to keep your domain active without manual intervention.

 

WhoisGuard works by protecting your personal contact information in the WHOIS database. When you register a domain, your name, address, email, and phone number are publicly visible. WhoisGuard replaces your personal details with generic contact information, keeping your identity private and protecting you from spam, unwanted solicitations, and potential privacy breaches.

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