• Website Migration to 1-grid: How to Prepare 

    Moving your website to 1-grid is simpler than you might think. With a little preparation, a website migration is completed with little or no noticeable downtime, in most cases. This guide walks you through the essentials, so you’ll know exactly what to do before your migration, what to expect while it’s happening, and how to…

  • Understanding How Email Is Sent | 1-grid 

    If you’ve ever wondered how email is sent and what happens after you click Send, this guide will walk you through the journey your email takes before it reaches the recipient’s inbox.  You’ll learn how email travels between servers, the role of your email application, and the technologies that make reliable email delivery possible. …

  • How to Add an IP Address to an SPF Record in cPanel | 1-grid 

    If you use a third-party email service, application, or mail server to send emails from your domain, you may need to update your SPF record to authorise its IP address.  Although updating DNS records is a technical task, following the steps below carefully will help ensure your email continues to…

  • How SPF and DKIM Improve Email Delivery with 1-grid 

    Although SPF and DKIM work behind the scenes, they play a vital role in helping your emails reach your recipients’ inboxes instead of being marked as spam.  This guide will help you understand how SPF (Sender Policy Framework) and DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) work together to improve email delivery and…

  • How 1-grid SSL Certificates Handle Server IP Changes

    Server IP changes are a common part of server migrations, upgrades, or infrastructure changes. The good news is that SSL certificates handle server IP changes well, so in most cases, your SSL certificate does not need to be replaced or reissued simply because your server’s IP address has changed.  This guide will…

  • Timelines: Transfer a Domain, Website, or Email Service to 1-grid 

    Understanding the transfer process and timelines before you start can help prevent delays and ensure your services continue running as smoothly as possible.  This guide will help you understand how long it typically takes to transfer to 1-grid, what steps are involved, and how to minimise any disruption to your…

  • Registering a Domain with 1-grid Without Hosting Your Website

    Understanding how domains and hosting work together can help you make informed decisions about registering a domain with 1-grid without hosting your website. It helps you determine your online presence while maintaining flexibility as your business grows.  The short answer is that registering a domain with 1-grid does not require you to host…

  • Using 1-grid WordPress Hosting With External Registered Domains

    This guide will help you understand how to use 1-grid WordPress Hosting when your domain name is registered with another provider.  The good news is that you do not need to transfer your domain to 1-grid to host your WordPress website with us.  By the end of this guide, you’ll understand your available options, what changes may be required,…

  • What Is cPanel Web Hosting with 1-grid? 

    If you’re new to website hosting, there’s no need to worry. cPanel is designed to make website management easier, even if you have little or no technical experience.  This guide will help you understand what cPanel Web Hosting is, what it is used for, and how it helps you manage your website, email accounts,…