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Written on 22 January, 2024 by Matthew Storer

Grow Your Business Online in 2024 Welcome to the digital frontier of 2024 – an era where the virtual landscape is as critical as the physical for businesses striving for success. In this ever-evolving digital world, staying ahead isn't just an advantage; it's a necessity. As we stand at the cusp of yet another year of... Read more
Categories: Domains, Small Business, Web Design & Content, Web Hosting

Written on 24 October, 2023 by Georgina Eades

Ditch the Gmail: 5 benefits of a professional email address   There are hundreds of free email services available to anyone with internet access but there comes a time when your email address might be setting your business back. Here are five good reasons to get your own email domain. 1. It reflects how you manage your business You get... Read more
Categories: Email Marketing, Marketing | Tags: brand, email

Written on 04 October, 2023 by Matt Simunec

Why Small Businesses Are Prime Targets for Phishing Attacks In today's digital landscape, where online transactions and communications play a pivotal role in the operations of businesses of all sizes, security threats are more prevalent than ever. Among these threats, phishing attacks have emerged as a top concern. While one might assume that cybercriminals exclusively target large corporations with... Read more
Categories: Security

Written on 04 October, 2023 by Kane Lalor

Guide to Unlocking the Power of cPanel Hosting in Australia In the realm of web hosting, choosing the right hosting control panel is pivotal for managing websites efficiently. cPanel, one of the most prominent and comprehensive control panels, offers a user-friendly interface and extensive functionalities to website owners and developers. This article delves into cPanel hosting in Australia, explaining its... Read more
Categories: Web Hosting

Written on 13 September, 2023 by Matt Simunec

Top 5 Tips for Fortifying Your Email Security   In an era where businesses and individuals are increasingly dependent on electronic communications, ensuring the security of our emails has never been more vital. From sensitive financial data to personal conversations, our inboxes hold a trove of information that's appealing to cybercriminals. Protecting this virtual goldmine requires a multi-faceted... Read more
Categories: Security

Written on 23 August, 2023 by Matt Simunec

The 5 Biggest Mistakes Businesses Make Around Email Security In today's digital age, email remains a primary communication tool for businesses worldwide. However, with increasing reliance on electronic communication comes an elevated risk of security threats. Unfortunately, many companies make critical errors when it comes to protecting their email communications. Here are the five biggest mistakes businesses make concerning... Read more
Categories: Security

Written on 17 July, 2023 by Webcentral

Notification of Microsoft Price Rise In response to a global initiative by Microsoft to standardise their prices relative to the U.S. dollar, we would like to inform you of a forthcoming price adjustment that will impact all Cloud and On-Prem services in Australia by +9% increase.  Consequently, Webcentral will also be updating our prices to... Read more
Categories: News
Domain name ownership transfer

Written on 22 June, 2023 by Peter Farrell

Transferring Domain Name Ownership Why change the owner of a domain name? There can be various reasons why someone may need or choose to change the name of a domain name owner. Here are a few common scenarios: Change in ownership: When a domain name is sold or transferred to a new individual or... Read more
Categories: Domains

Written on 07 June, 2023 by Webcentral

Important Billing Notification!   As you may recall, we implemented a price adjustment in March, responding to various market conditions and operating costs. This change was correctly reflected in your invoice for the cycle immediately following the adjustment. However, due to an inadvertent system issue, the rate on the subsequent invoice reverted to... Read more
Categories: News

Written on 01 June, 2023 by wcgadmin

Withdraw your application for a contested .au direct domain name What options do you have if you choose not to renew your .au domain application? If you hold an application for a contending domain and do not wish to continue with the renewal process, then you have an option to withdraw. You can either withdraw from the process or just allow... Read more
Categories: Domains