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Is it worth paying for a domain name in 2020?

Yes, if you want to create a website, it is good to get a domain name. The other alternative you have is to use a hosted website builder that allows you to choose a username and then puts your website … Continue reading

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If I’m familiar with WordPress, would I find Shopify easier or harder?

If you already know WordPress, it’s natural to wonder whether Shopify will feel easier, harder, or just different. The short answer is: Shopify may feel easier at first, but more limiting over time – especially if you’re used to WordPress … Continue reading

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How can you fix “your server is running PHP version 5.4.45 but WordPress 5.2 requires at least 5.6.20” on WordPress?

Upgrade your php version using your web hosting control panel WHM (VPS/Dedicated Servers), or ask your web hosting company to do it for you. It should be an included service. Currently, the best php version to run is the newest, … Continue reading

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I want to start an online classified website like OLX where users can upload videos to their ads. Which hosting service can I use to host these videos?

For your website to allow members to upload videos, you need a web host that has ffmpeg, such as UltimateWB web hosting. All UltimateWB web hosting packages come with free software install service. The UltimateWB website builder will work great … Continue reading

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Happy Holidays!

Warmest wishes for a very happy holiday season and new year! This year we have upgraded all UltimateWB web hosting packages to include free SSL.  If you are hosting your website with UltimateWB and have not yet confirmed you would … Continue reading

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All UltimateWB web hosting come with FREE SSL!

We are happy to announce that all UltimateWB web hosting packages now come with free SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)!  SSL encrypts data passed between your web server and your website visitor’s internet browser, to keep private information private and data secure. … Continue reading

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Google Uses HTTPS (SSL) as a Website Ranking Signal

Last year in August, Google announced that it would use “HTTPS” as a ranking signal.  HTTPS denotes that a website’s server has SSL installed, a security technology to encrypt the transfer of data, between the web server and user internet browser … Continue reading

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What is SaaS, pros and cons for using it for your website

No typo, we are talking about SaaS – the acronym for “Software as a Service”.  It means that you pay to get access to the software online; once you stop paying, you lose that access.   The software and associated data are … Continue reading

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Mixing and Matching Website Builder, Web Hosting, & Domain Name

It’s almost like we are coordinating an outfit.  But unlike clothes, you can’t always make it all work together. Domain Name: This is your website address, i.e. your-website.com, how people will access your website.  Generally, you can get your domain name … Continue reading

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