Frequently Asked Questions
What is web hosting?
Web hosting is where you rent space and bandwidth through a company so that you can publish your website online.
Do you host sites with extensions other than .co.nz?
Yes, we can host any domain name. It doesn't matter whether it's a .co.nz, .com, .com.au, or anything else.
Will you put advertising on my website?
No we won't.
How do I know which plan is right for me?
WebHost-Lite is great for small brochure websites that don't have a customer log-in or need to accept credit card payments.
WebHost-Lite + is great if you've got a bit more functionality to your website. It includes a database for web applications and content management systems.
WebHost-Standard comes with more space, for a bigger website, also good if you have a popular forum or a lot products for sale.
WebHost-Pro is designed for large websites with high traffic, and lots of products for sale.
WebHost-Elite if you have a large website, with a lot of traffic then this is the plan for you.
To find out which plan works for you or to sign up just contact us.
What types of sites do you host?
We host any website that does not violate our Terms and Conditions.
Do I have to change my domain if I get a new host?
No. Your domain should be registered in your name, you can simply update your nameservers (from where you manage your domain names) to that of your new hosting provider. We'll assist you with this.
I already have my webhosting with another company, how do I change to OmniNet?
Just contact us and we'll manage the whole migration process at no charge to you.
Am I allowed to change web hosting companies?
Most of the time there's no reason you can't change companies, although your current provider might not want you to go!
Talk to us and we will be able to help you ascertain whether you can move or not.