Services
Domains, DNS & hosting
Domains, DNS and hosting are the plumbing of your website. When they are clear and well documented you rarely need to think about them, but when they are messy every small change can feel risky. The domains, DNS and hosting service at Digital & Web is about turning a fragile, inherited setup into something you understand and can look after. The work usually follows a set of steady steps. First we gather what you already know about your domains, name servers, hosting accounts and registrars and compare that with what the public records show. Second we create a simple diagram of how traffic moves from a domain name to the servers that host your site, email and any related services, which often reveals duplicated or obsolete entries. Third we propose a cleaner structure and a plan for moving towards it in small, low risk changes, guided by your appetite for change and any internal approval processes. Finally we document the agreed setup in plain language so future colleagues can see at a glance who controls what and how to make safe updates.
Taking stock of your current setup
Many teams inherit a patchwork of domains, name servers and hosting accounts. Digital & Web starts by mapping out which domains you own, where they are registered and how DNS records are currently configured. This inventory becomes the basis for sensible decisions about consolidation, renewal reminders and security improvements. Even this first step can reduce stress, because it is suddenly clear who controls what and where your website actually lives.
Simplifying and securing DNS
DNS records are often left untouched for years, which can lead to confusion and vulnerabilities. Digital & Web reviews your DNS configuration to remove outdated entries, ensure important services such as email and web traffic are routed correctly, and add sensible security records where appropriate. All changes are documented in everyday language so you know what each record does. This documentation is useful for both internal teams and any future suppliers you may work with.
Choosing hosting that matches your needs
There is no single “best” hosting platform; there is only what fits your organisation’s needs, budget and internal capabilities. Digital & Web helps you choose hosting that supports your expected traffic, performance requirements and maintenance preferences. For some teams, that means a managed platform with built-in backups and updates; for others, it may involve a more configurable environment. The common thread is clarity: you should know how your site is deployed, how it is backed up and what to do if something goes wrong.
Planning for growth and change
As your organisation evolves, your website and infrastructure will change too. Digital & Web encourages a mindset of gradual, well-documented improvement rather than sudden, risky shifts. That might mean planning for a domain move, introducing staging environments for safer testing or preparing for a future redesign. By thinking about these scenarios in advance, your infrastructure remains an asset rather than a source of anxiety.