Get started with the perfect domain.
Your journey to online success starts with the right domain name. Easily register yours today.
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Trusted by more than 32,000+ clients across South Africa.
All-in-one solutions to position you for success
Our Company Registration solution includes everything you need to succeed online and beyond
Transform your business idea into reality with 1-grid’s hassle-free Company Registration package.
A World-class Website Builder
An intuitive and code-free Website Builder perfect for South African small businesses.
Empower your business with industry-leading tools
Whether you're looking for an easy-to-use Website Builder, fast and reliable Web Hosting, or SSL Certificates, our range of products are designed to make your business grow and thrive.
Why choose 1-grid
We grow with your business:
Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, our flexible tools and hosting packages adapt to your needs.
Register your business & domain in one go:
Save time — we make it easy to get your company and online presence sorted, all in one place.
Wide range of hosting options:
From affordable shared hosting to advanced VPS and reseller plans, choose what fits your business best.
Build your website with ease:
No code? No problem. Our drag-and-drop Website Builder makes professional websites a breeze.
Local support that gets you:
Our Cape Town based team is here when you need real, human help.
Earn cash with referrals:
Invite others to 1-grid and get paid when they sign up. It’s that easy.
Resell hosting & services:
Start your own web business with our Reseller solutions—host and manage sites for your clients
Keep your website safe:
We offer SSL certificates and daily backups to keep your site secure
Professional email addresses:
Make a strong first impression — create emails that match your domain.
Trusted by South Africans:
Proudly serving thousands of local businesses since 1997, with over 77,000 websites hosted and 32,000+ customers on our platform.
Frequently asked questions
- Our Shared Hosting packages offer your growing business a cost-effective solution where multiple websites share the same server resources, such as CPU (Central Processing Unit) and RAM (Random-access-memory). It's ideal for smaller websites with lower traffic and minimal resource needs. Are your Shared Hosting resources no longer sufficient? Our VPS Hosting packages come with plenty of disk space and enough bandwidth to grow! Your VPS will have its own hosting space and resources, increasing performance and speed. Although multiple websites still share a physical server, your website operates independently with guaranteed resources. Your VPS will have its own hosting space and resources, increasing performance and speed. This option ensures scalability and control at an affordable price, making it perfect for websites with higher traffic demands.
- To transfer your website to 1-grid, follow these simple steps: 1. Backup Your Website: Ensure you have a full backup of your website files and databases. 2. Transfer Your Domain: If you want to move your domain to 1-grid, initiate a domain transfer through your current registrar and update your DNS settings. 3. Upload Files: Use FTP (File Transfer Protocol) or the 1-grid control panel to upload your website files to your hosting account. 4. Migrate Databases: Export your database from your current host and import it into your 1-grid account. 5. Test Your Website: After uploading your website, test it to ensure everything works smoothly. Our team of experts are eager and equipped to assist you throughout the process for a seamless migration.
- At 1-grid, all hosting plans come with expert support to make sure you have all the help you need to make sure your website runs smoothly. Our expert support team is available to assist with technical issues, including setup, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation. You’ll also have access to our Knowledge Base, which is packed with step-by-step guides and tutorials to help you manage your hosting account. Whether you need basic support or more advanced help, we're here to ensure you get the most out of your hosting plan.
- Securing your website with an SSL certificate at 1-grid is easy: 1. Purchase an SSL Certificate: Choose from our range of SSL certificates to fit your website’s security needs. 2. Install the SSL: Once purchased, install the SSL through your control panel, or let our support team handle the installation for you. 3. Update Website URLs: Ensure your website’s URLs are updated to use "https" instead of "http" for secure access. 4. Test and Verify: After installation, test your website to confirm that the SSL is active and your site displays the secure padlock icon. SSL certificates help protect your website by encrypting data and boosting trust with your visitors.
- Absolutely! We offer professional and affordable Website Design services tailored to your unique business needs. We’ll handle everything from your design and layout to your website’s functionality, ensuring your platform stands out online and helps grow your business.
As we continue to expand our datafree services across South Africa, 1-grid's infrastructure plays a crucial role in our growth strategy. Efficient, reliable hosting provided by 1-grid enables us to manage costs effectively and maintain the quality of our services.
