Domains

Should you buy a domain name if it’s not available on social media? Social media has become an integral part of business communications, whether it’s used for marketing, PR, customer service or simply brand protection. If it’s for the latter, most business owners will want to have a domain name that matches their social media handles. A memorable social media handle is crucial... Read more

What is a WHOIS lookup? Did you know you can look up the details of any given domain name online? This can prove useful for anyone who is looking to negotiate to acquire a pre-registered domain or for those who are interested in contacting the site owner for any reason, legal or otherwise. To find... Read more

How does a gTLD help my business? New gTLDs have been causing quite a stir over the past few years, with what feels like a new one popping up every other day. Starting as simple three-letter codes similar to the main five (.com, .gov, .edu, .org and .net), they have now expanded to complete words and every... Read more

The power of local domains Your domain extension can actually have an impact on the types of searches your website appears for, can bring you a higher return on your online investments and improve your standing with your local audience. Have you ever noticed that, when you search from Australia, the search engine generally filters... Read more

Do I need a website to get a professional email address? You want to be professional in your email communication but you’re not ready to invest in a website for your business? Read on. We typically recommend that all small businesses have their own business website, but if it’s really far off your agenda (or your budget), there’s no need to... Read more

What’s the difference between a domain name and web hosting? In the complex world of digital, it can be difficult to comprehend what’s what, especially if you’re a small business just starting out. The first step to establishing your business online is finding a home for your brand and purchasing your online real estate. However, even that can be a... Read more

Why your business needs a local domain name With over 3 million registered, .com.au website domains continue to be the go-to for businesses setting up a website*. It may be a popular option for Australian businesses but if you have a local business in Sydney or Melbourne, you may want to consider a .Sydney or .Melbourne domain instead.... Read more