Knowledge Base from Naikbeen Control apnel For Web Hosting and Domain Registration

1. Domain Registration

What is a Domain Name? A domain name is the address of your website that people type into a browser’s URL bar to visit your site. Examples include “example.com” or “yourbusiness.org.”

How to Register a Domain Name?

• Search for your desired domain using our domain search tool.
• Choose a domain extension (.com, .net, .org, etc.).
• Complete the registration process by providing your details and making the payment.

Domain Lifecycle:

• Registration: Purchase a domain for a minimum of 1 year.
• Expiration: Renew before the expiration date to maintain ownership.
• Grace Period: Renew your domain within the grace period if it has expired (duration varies by registrar).
• Redemption Period: Recover your domain during this time for an additional fee if not renewed during the grace period.
• Deletion: After the redemption period, the domain becomes available for others to register.

Transferring a Domain:

• Ensure your domain is at least 60 days old.
• Unlock the domain and get the EPP code from your current registrar.
• Initiate the transfer with the new registrar and complete the verification process.

WHOIS Privacy Protection: WHOIS privacy protection hides your personal information from being publicly visible in the domain registration database.

DNS Basics:

• A Record: Points your domain to an IP address.
• CNAME Record: Points one domain to another domain.
• MX Record: Directs email to a mail server.
• TXT Record: Used for verification and other settings like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC.

2. Web Hosting

Types of Hosting:

• Shared Hosting: Affordable and beginner-friendly, but resources are shared with other users.
• VPS Hosting: Offers dedicated resources on a virtual server.
• Dedicated Hosting: A physical server dedicated to your website.
• Cloud Hosting: Scalable and reliable hosting using a network of servers.

Setting Up Your Hosting Account:

• Login to your hosting account.
• Access cPanel or your control panel.
• Upload your website files or install a CMS (e.g., WordPress).

Bandwidth and Disk Space Explained:

• Bandwidth: The amount of data your website can transfer to users.
• Disk Space: The storage capacity for your website’s files and databases.

Website Migration:

• Backup your website files and database.
• Upload the files to your new host via FTP or cPanel.
• Update DNS settings to point to the new host.

Managing Hosting Resources: Monitor CPU, RAM, and inode usage through the control panel to ensure optimal performance.

3. Email Hosting

Setting Up Business Email Accounts:

• Access your hosting control panel.
• Navigate to the Email section and create a new account.
• Configure settings such as password and storage limits.

Configuring Email Clients:

• Use IMAP or POP settings to connect to clients like Outlook, Thunderbird, or Gmail.
• Ensure the correct incoming and outgoing mail server settings are used.

Troubleshooting Email Issues:

• Check DNS settings (e.g., MX records).
• Verify email client configuration.
• Ensure your domain and hosting are active.

Spam Protection:

• Use spam filters provided by your hosting provider.
• Set up SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records.

4. Website Security

Installing SSL Certificates:

• Access your control panel or hosting account.
• Install a free or purchased SSL certificate to secure your website.

Best Practices for Website Security:

• Use strong passwords for your hosting and admin accounts.
• Keep CMS, plugins, and themes updated.
• Limit login attempts and use two-factor authentication.

Backup Strategies:

• Schedule regular backups of your website and databases.
• Store backups on cloud services or local devices.

Malware and DDoS Protection:

• Use a web application firewall (WAF).
• Scan your website regularly for malware.

5. Website Development

Setting Up a CMS:

• Install WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal through your control panel.
• Configure basic settings and choose a theme.

Managing Databases:

• Access the database section in your control panel.
• Create, edit, or delete databases using tools like phpMyAdmin.

Uploading Files:

• Use an FTP client or File Manager to upload website files to the server.

6. Billing and Account Management

Renewing Services:

• Log in to your account dashboard.
• Select the service to renew and complete the payment process.

Understanding Invoices:

• View and download invoices for your domain, hosting, and other services.

Refund Policy: Refer to our refund policy for domain and hosting services.

7. Advanced Topics

Setting Up a CDN:

• Choose a CDN provider like Cloudflare.
• Update DNS settings to route traffic through the CDN.

Server Configurations:

• Learn the differences between Apache and NGINX.
• Configure server settings for optimal performance.

Cron Jobs:

• Schedule automated tasks through the Cron Jobs section in your control panel.

APIs for Domain and Hosting Management:

• Use API documentation to integrate with domain and hosting services programmatically.

For more information, visit our Help Center or contact our support team for assistance.