The internet is an incredible tool that has revolutionized the way we communicate, work, and live. However, like any powerful tool, it can also be used for harm. One of the ways that malicious actors can exploit the internet is through the abuse of top-level domains or TLDs. These TLDs are the highest level [...] Continue reading →

If you have a website, you probably know that you need an SSL certificate to secure it. (If you’re not sure why every website needs an SSL certificate, learn more about the benefits here.) But do you know what an SSL certificate is and how it works? And more importantly, do you know how [...] Continue reading →

If you’re thinking of creating a website, WordPress is a great platform to consider. It is one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world, with over 40% of all websites on the internet using it. (A CMS is a web-based software application that enables users to create, manage and publish [...] Continue reading →

In today’s digital age, businesses of all sizes face a growing threat from cybercriminals. One of the most common and effective tactics used by these criminals is phishing. Phishing attacks are designed to exploit human behaviour and trick individuals into revealing sensitive information such as passwords, financial information, and personal data. They’re becoming increasingly [...] Continue reading →

The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) is a non-profit organization that manages the .CA domain, Canada’s top-level domain. CIRA is responsible for ensuring the secure and stable operation of the .CA domain and promoting its use to Canadians. In 1987, Webnames’ very own John Demco, secured the registration of the .CA domain and along [...] Continue reading →

The Webnames Referral Program just got a major upgrade! We love our customers and we want to show our appreciation to them for referring their friends, family and colleagues to Webnames.ca. Now when you refer someone to Webnames, you both get CAD $50 to spend on purchases or renewals when your referral signs up [...] Continue reading →

Let’s say you’re on your way to work and as you’re taking your usual route, you find that the road is closed due to repaving. You spot the familiar orange detour sign, and you follow it in order to get around the road closure and on to your destination. While the above example takes [...] Continue reading →