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 Email and your business – a love story “Get your FREE gift when you sign up today! From – dodgybrothers@hotmail.com” If you see an email like that come into your inbox, what would you do? Click the trash can? What if the Dodgy brothers were a legitimate website that you had subscribed to, and […]

Find your piece of online real estate. There are a few steps you must take to get your website on the internet, and one of those crucial steps is finding website hosting. Website hosting is your piece of online real estate. It’s where all the data for your website is stored and then served to […]

There are many methods to build an online brand, but following proven best practices will achieve a brand’s potential. With the online space growing bigger by the day, it’s essential not just to build your brand but protect it as well. Once you’ve found the perfect domain name, the very next question you should ask […]

 Welcome to VentraIP, Australia’s #1 online service provider. We are thrilled to have you join us, and we are excited to help you establish and grow your online presence. We understand the importance of having a reliable web hosting and domain name provider for your brand or business. Our local team of experts is […]

Email marketing is, perhaps, the oldest form of digital marketing. Despite being around for decades, these campaigns deliver excellent results for businesses in countless industries – when done correctly.  Modern subscribers are inundated with thousands of spammy campaigns offering no value. To cut through the noise in this hyper-competitive digital landscape, building genuine trust and […]

Starting an online business can be a rewarding approach. There are often low start-up costs, greater flexibility in working arrangements, and you can get started far quicker than with physical alternatives. But there are some key decisions to be made.  For example, choosing the perfect name for your online business will set the foundation for […]

Many businesses kick-start massive content marketing campaigns but later find that even the best intentions can go off track without the proper organization.  An effective editorial calendar can solve issues such as a lack of consistency in posting, keeping up with team members and their assigned tasks, and being able to analyze any holes in […]

There’s more to analytics than page views and Google. Check out these 13 analytics platforms and the unique metrics and methods of measurement they use to give you the most actionable results. Google Analytics is a great platform that offers businesses many insights into your traffic and web users. Plus it is free. Yet, it […]

Getting Started Whenever people aren’t on your website, they’re most likely on social media, so how do we get them from one to the other? From building a brand identity to converting an audience into leads, every site can benefit from social media. Below you will find a list of helpful hints and guides on […]

It is estimated that about 1 in 4 websites on the internet are built on WordPress. Blogging with WordPress is easy as the popular platform caters to all demographics – whether you’re 50 years old, starting a blog about your favourite hobby, starting a new business or building on your existing online presence. We understand […]

When you’re about to get your business online, it’s essential to consider various factors while brainstorming the perfect domain name (or combination of domains). VentraIP has over 450 different domain names to search for instant registration. Here are some of our top tips when deciding on the best domain name. Use your brand name instead of […]

If you’re asking yourself the question, “Do I need web hosting?” then hopefully, by the end of this article, you’ll have your answer and a better understanding of what website hosting is and why you would ever need it. You can check our product page or continue reading for detailed information on business website hosting. You […]

Be it a change of heart, a new focus or even a new partnership, there are many reasons why you might find yourself wanting to change your domain name. Usually not at the cost of losing your existing client base. Changing your online identity while retaining existing customers can be broken down into three easy […]

The scenario – you can’t get to your dashboard. You log in to your WordPress website as you normally do, but this time, something’s different – you’re redirected back to the front page of your website. Perhaps you then try to visit the /wp-admin/ page again, only to be once again greeted by the front […]

It’s a pretty common question that we get asked pretty often from customers who have bought a domain “What is web hosting?”. Every website needs to be hosted somewhere – whether you’re using a custom website builder that does it all for you or managing it all yourself. In simplistic terms, web hosting provides storage space for […]

Building a new website gives you the fantastic opportunity to get everything right from the very start. If you do the initial legwork well, the chances are that your website will have the best chance at performing and ranking from the outset, which will save you valuable resources during its lifetime. You won’t have to […]

For many, a website builder is the next logical step once you’ve purchased your domain and hosting package. It’s like buying a block of land – you might have the street address and the land itself, but it’s not much use to you until you put a house on it.  Like choosing a home builder, choosing […]

Growing your business through digital marketing doesn’t happen overnight. You need to carry out numerous marketing tactics consistently and in unison. But what methods should you focus on that will result in more business for your company? This list will help you along that path. Before you start reading into ways to get more customers […]

We all know that online marketing is a vital key to your business’s success, and using tools like SEO, keywords, and optimising your website is all well and good, but what about using an SMS service? Whilst not the most commonly used tool, but severely underappreciated and very worthwhile if used correctly. We’re not talking […]

Spam emails are now more common than ever, making it increasingly difficult to determine if emails are legitimate or not. Spammers are great tricksters. They can pull off elaborate looking emails from companies you have services from, such as your bank, Apple or Samsung, PayPal and even Netflix. However, knowing to know a genuine email […]

Reversing a car into a parking space, holding off a wannabe aggressor, or even dropping suggestive dance moves at the local nightclub, the phrase ‘back it up’ is relevant in many different scenarios (not all of them good). However, when it comes to web hosting backups, backing it up is undoubtedly a positive move. Although […]

Understanding how resources affect your service and deciding how much of each you’ll need is the second most important decision you can make when getting online (behind choosing the perfect provider!). Much like choosing a reliable family car, you need to ensure that what you’re buying has enough room to fit everybody comfortably. Web hosting […]

There seems to be an alarming number of scam email attempts sent from Hackers lately, and a few of them, in particular, have people extremely concerned. Scam emails are nothing new, but we have noticed a huge influx of a specific type of email since around July this year. There are a few variations of […]

Aside from granting you the right to use a particular name, domains come with many potential uses involving Addon and Subdomains. Whether you want a website, email address, or even to redirect to another name, the options available provide flexibility for all users. If this wasn’t enough, then there is also the availability of addon […]

Choosing a hosting provider can be difficult, given that there are several factors you’ll need to consider before making that final purchase. We’ve condensed all the significant factors that would influence your decision into a short blog post and will hopefully help you reach a decision easier and avoid potential issues. Follow these simple web hosting […]

Last updated: September 2019 Having a website live on the internet is a great start for any business, providing users with a place that they can easily access your offerings and get in contact if necessary. The tricky part is generating awareness for your website and then getting people to actually visit it to make […]

Social media platforms are constantly evolving. Every time a new feature is released, people search for quick hacks and gaming the system, but how do you legitimately increase your social media engagement? While the quick win approach might work occasionally, it isn’t a long-term strategy for lasting success. The following tips are all evergreen tactics […]

What is DNS hosting? You have probably heard the term DNS being thrown around a lot in hosting conversations.  One of our key differences compared to our competitors is that VentraIP Australia offers free unlimited DNS hosting with any domain name registration. But what does that even mean? Well, whether you are a full-blown expert, […]

We have already covered the most common causes and solutions for ‘400’ error codes, and today we’re continuing the series by going over ‘500’ HTTP error codes. 500 Internal Server Error What’s the Cause? The 500 Internal Server Error code is quite generic and one of the more mysterious and trickier error codes to diagnose […]

Boost Your SEO Search Engines take into account many factors when deciding where they position your Website in the search results. These factors include: The quality of your content The number of links pointing to your Website The number of time people spends on your Website How people are sharing your Website on social media […]

We’ve all been there, that groan-inducing moment when you try to open a web page… only to be faced with an ominous 400 browser error code. To top it off, the error codes rarely feel the need to explain themselves in any helpful fashion. Don’t worry, VentraIP Australia to the rescue! In this post, we’ve […]

The journey to transfer your services to a new provider is often perceived as a treacherous one, fraught with danger and uncertainty. Disruptions, data loss, high cost… These are common fears that may be experienced when going through the process of migrating your website. Luckily here at VentraIP Australia, our award-winning services and industry-leading support […]

One major advantage WordPress has over its competing Content Management Systems is the number of useful plugins available to the community. Here’s our pick of 10 WordPress plugins: These plug-ins can be installed on your website to start seeing instant results and give you the edge over your competition.   Yoast SEO Plugin The Yoast […]

Improving your digital marketing doesn’t have to cost a small fortune. Many of the tools used by the world’s top marketers include free plans for people on a budget or are given away at no-cost by tech giants like Google and Facebook.    Here are our top picks of free tools that can increase your […]

With people’s attention dominated by platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, you might be wondering why you’d spend your precious time and resources on email marketing. Isn’t it a dying craft? The truth is, email marketing is far from dead. Millions of businesses around the world still successfully promote themselves through email marketing and, by […]

Before setting up your online presence, it’s important to know your main requirements and what features you want on your website. This will help you get started on a solid footing and ensure you don’t get stuck further down the track. Some questions to ask yourself when starting are: Am I going to be putting […]

It comes as no surprise that WordPress is now the largest CMS in the online world. This is because WordPress provides you with all the tools necessary to get started online, is easy to use, and is wrapped up in an intuitive interface. VentraIP Australia offers a specific type of web hosting for WordPress websites, […]

Choosing a suitable hosting provider is always tricky when you’re branching into the world of web hosting and development. It is a decision that requires careful consideration, and ultimately, comes down to convenience, cost-efficiency and reliability. Here is why we know you should host your website in Australia. Deciding to go with an Australian host […]

Knowing some best practices for working with website developers can save you many potential headaches, not to mention your hard-earned cash. By implementing the tips below, you can significantly improve the chance that your project is completed on time and to the standard you desire, ensuring all parties walk away from the project happy. Whether […]

At VentraIP Australia, we offer a range of free and paid products to ensure your customers’ information is protected when interacting with your website. One way to protect their data is by installing an SSL certificate. SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer and encrypts the connection between web browsers and your website. In other words, […]

You’ve decided to start your own business, choose a name and are excited to get your website online. One step in this process that catches many people out is whether a .COM or .COM.AU domain name is the right choice for their business. So how do you decide? Let’s weigh up the different options when […]

Your customers are demanding faster and smoother browsing experiences than ever before. By making only a few tweaks, you can improve website speed, which will, in turn, improve user experience, increase engagement, lower bounce rates and most importantly, boosts your bottom line.   Not only are people demanding faster experiences, but search engines are penalising […]

Is Managed WordPress Worth It? WordPress is the most widely used open-source content management service available today. Over 75 million concurrent websites are utilising its platform, and this incredible growth rate doesn’t look to be stopping any time soon. Hence, It makes sense that more customers would request support services to assist them with setting […]

When you’re looking for a new web hosting solution for a brand new website or even for an existing one, what do you look for in determining if it’s the right solution for you? Whilst the immediate cost of the product may leap out at you and the basic features tick all the boxes, are […]

It’s important in any industry to get the right emails out to your clients every time, and this starts with email marketing design. It doesn’t matter if you opt to custom build your email template, use a design off the shelf, or even opt for a singular image template; you need to ensure it meets […]