Domain Renewal Scams - Fake Invoices and How to Spot Them
Fake domain renewal invoices, "someone wants your name" emails and registrar phishing - how domain scams work and how to protect your .co.za domain.
· 5 min read
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.co.za
R115/yr
renews R142
.com
R337/yr
renews R361
.africa
R270/yr
renews R370
.net
R361/yr
renews R409
.org.za
R115/yr
renews R142
.org
R361/yr
renews R385
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Managed DNS
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Nameserver control
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Registrar lock & EPP codes
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Auto-renew
Renewal invoices 30 days before expiry, paid from your wallet if you choose.
Transfers in
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Frequently asked questions
When is my domain registered?
As soon as payment is received: immediately for card and wallet payments, and when your EFT reflects for bank transfers.
Do .co.za transfers need an EPP code?
No. .za domains don't use EPP codes; generic domains like .com do.
Can I use my domain with another host?
Yes. Point the nameservers or DNS records wherever you like.
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