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Category: Domains & Hosting

Can You Undo a 301 Redirect?

Wondering if you can reverse a 301 redirect or not? Here’s everything you need to know on the topic.

Published July 4, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

httpd.conf, .htaccess, and php.ini (The difference)

Yes, these are all configuration files. Two of them even refer to the same things. But in reality they’re quite different.

Published July 3, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Browser Behavior and 301 Redirects

Wondering whether browsers cache 301 redirects or not, and for how long? Read on, because we have it all for you!

Published July 2, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

So, Should You Use a 301 or a JavaScript Redirect?

Need help deciding between a 301 redirect and a JavaScript redirect? Here’s everything you need to know (and nothing you don’t).

Published July 2, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

301 vs. 302 Redirects: What They Are, When to Use Them

Here’s the difference between the two most common types of HTTP redirects, and when to use each.

Published July 1, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

The Difference Between .htaccess and Robots.txt

Both files contain text-based configurations hosted on your web server. But they do very different things.

Published July 1, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Prevent Others From iFraming Your Site With .htaccess

Need to protect your site from copyright infringement or a clickjacking attack? This solution should help.

Published July 1, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Does Namecheap Charge For Domain Transfer?

How much does it cost to transfer a domain name to and from Namecheap? We help you find out!

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Does GoDaddy Charge for Domain Transfers?

How much does it cost to transfer a domain name to and from GoDaddy? We help you find out!

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Can You Transfer a Domain Name With No Downtime?

No downtime, no worry! Here’s why transferring your domain name to a new registrar doesn’t necessarily mean it will go down.

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Can You Register a Domain With Shopify?

Are you wondering if you can buy a domain name for your online store directly from Shopify? We’ll help you find out!

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Does Transferring Your Domain Name Affect Your Emails?

We’ve all been there before. You’re about to transfer your domain from one registrar to another, and then you ask yourself… Will I lose my emails?

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Can You Register a Domain Name And Host It Elsewhere?

Can You Register A Domain And Host Elsewhere? 

Wondering whether you can register a domain name with one company and host your website with another? We’ll help you find out.

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Can You Register a Domain Name Anonymously?

Whether you’re an influencer, fast-growing startup, Fortune 500 company, or just a private guy or gal, you can register a domain privately.

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Do You Really Need To Transfer Your Domain Name?

Not all domain registrars are created equal. So here’s how to decide if you need to transfer your domain or not.

Published June 6, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Do Namecheap Domains Come With Email?

If you can’t have the email, do you really need the domain? Here’s if and how you can get email addresses for your domain with Namecheap.

Published May 25, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

The Best cPanel Mail Client

Who needs Gmail when you have Roundcube and Horde? When in doubt, here’s how to choose.

Published May 24, 2022
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What’s the Difference Between cPanel and FTP?

One is the control panel, the other is the file transfer protocol. Now let’s talk about what this means in plain English.

Published May 24, 2022
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How to Install WordPress on cPanel (With Screenshots)

Creating the website of your dreams has never been easier. Here’s how to install WordPress on cPanel, without hassle.

Published May 22, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

How to Add an A Record From cPanel (With Screenshots)

Psst! This is easier to do than you probably think. You just have to know what to look for and what to change.

Published May 22, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

How to Add a TXT Record From cPanel (With Screenshots)

Psst! This is easier to do than you probably think. You just have to know what to look for and what to change.

Published May 21, 2022
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Pointing vs. Transferring a Domain Name

You can point a domain name without transferring it, and transfer without pointing it. Confused? We’ll help you decipher it.

Published April 29, 2022
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Do Domain Transfer Codes Expire?

When it comes to domain name transfers, don’t wait until it’s too late. Here’s by when to use the domain name transfer code.

Published April 29, 2022
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How Much Should a Domain Transfer Cost?

If you need to move your domain from one registrar to another, it will take more than electricity to keep the lights on.

Published April 22, 2022
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How Long Does a Domain Transfer Take?

Transferring domain names takes time—and that’s intentional. We explain why that is and what you can do about it.

Published April 22, 2022
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Should You Transfer Your Domain to Squarespace?

Squarespace is the website builder you’ve always wanted to use. But does that mean you should transfer your domain name to it?

Published April 20, 2022
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

Do This Before Registering a Domain Name

Adding a domain name to your cart and hitting that “Buy” button is easy. Switching from an ill-picked domain name after you’ve built a site on it isn’t.

Published September 26, 2021
Categorized as Domains & Hosting

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