Want to know more about Website Hosting? Optimus01 has a list of Website Hosting FAQ's that will cover all you ever wanted to know about Website Hosting. If you are interested in  SEO , Website Design and Development or a Website Audit simply contact us or call us on +27 11 540 0166 for further assistance. See below for a list of Website Hosting FAQ's:

What is Hosting?
Hosting is the location of your website's data on a server i.e. the storage thereof, as well as the ability to allow connectivity and to supply various services related to hosting for your website.

What is a hosting package?
When you are purchasing a hosting package you need to be aware that you will be sharing your server with other companies though there are very limited security issues and for small to medium sized companies this is a completely acceptable option.

How do I choose a hosting package?
We recommend that companies select the Standard package as this generally is the best option for small to medium sized businesses. The cost is R149 per month which is debited monthly in advance on the first of each month.

How do I get / register a domain name?
Optimus01 can assist you with obtaining / registering your domain name. Simply contact us and we will assist you. All hosting is done through Hetzner.

How much does it cost to register a domain?
It costs nothing to register your domain name, however, there is an annual renewal domain fee which is applicable in order to keep your domain name. The first payment is due upfront prior to registering your domain name. The annual domain renewal fee is R342.00 including vat.

Who do I pay for the domain name?
Hetzner and they will invoice you and debit your account accordingly.

I have an existing domain name, can I move it?
In order to make life simpler we highly recommend that in the event of purchasing a website from Optimus01 you move your current domain over to our hosting service in order to facilitate ease of technical problems being resolved and to address website queries and concerns.

How can I transfer my domain?
Our web developer at Optimus will assist you with this. Simply contact us and we will arrange for the transfer.

How long will I have my domain name for?
You can have it forever as long as you pay your annual renewal fee once a year which is due on the anniversary of your domain name registration.

Do I have to renew my domain name?
No you do not.

How do I know what domain names are available?
By doing a domain name search you can find out what domain names are available.

How can I do a domain names search?
Simply click on this hyperlink for a domain name search and it will take you to a tool where you can check availability of your required domain name. This can take time as there are over 23 billion registered domain names in the world.

What domain name extensions can I have?
Any one of the following .com .co.za. .net .org .org.za .info .biz .co.uk .de .eu

How much do the domain name extensions cost?
It is included in your domain name registration fee regardless of which one you choose.

It is a Linux Server.

What is a Linux Server?
It is a common type of server programme used as the operating basis for your server. Linux servers are reliable, easy to use, efficient and functional.

Do you support CPanel Hosting?
CPanel is not available on our web hosting packages however you do have access to the award winning control panel konsoleH which is very reputable.

Can I upgrade or downgrade my hosting package?
Yes you can. Simply contact us and we will assist you further.

If you are interested in  SEO , Website Design and Development or a Website Audit simply contact us or call us on +27 11 540 0166 for further assistance.