Managed Domain Hosting
Frequently Asked Questions.

• How long does it take to register my domain name?
  
• I'm in a hurry to get online, isn't there a faster way?
  
• Do I get to keep the BonusPages sub-domain site too?
  
• How long will it take before my site is completed?
  
• What if I don't like how my site looks?
  
• Can I use all of my pages at once?
  
• How long is my commitment?
  
• How much space am I allowed to use?
  
• How do I sign up for a web site?
  
• Do I have to provide ALL graphics?
  
• I don't have a scanner, can you scan my graphics for me?
  
• Do you accept credit cards?
  
• What will my internet address be?
  
• What is InterNIC?
  
• Are there any restrictions on what I put on my pages?
  
• Can I take orders for my products/services on my site?
  
• Can I resell space?
  
• Can I sell advertisments on my pages?
  
• Can I use banner ads if I want to?
  
• How often can I update my pages?
  
• What is a CGI script?
  
• How does the page hit counter work?
  
• How does the time/date display work?
  
• How does the form mailer work?
  

How long does it take to register my domain name?

There are three steps that must be completed before your new domain name is visible on the net. First, your name must be registered with InterNIC, the domain name coordination entity. Second, all of the internet service provider's dns databases must be updated to route to our server. Third, our server is configured to return the proper web pages whenever a user requests your domain name. The entire process can take up to a week, however in most cases your site will be visible within a few days.

I'm in a hurry to get online, isn't there a faster way?

Since we mirror your site as a BonusPages sub-domain your site can be placed online and accessed at www.bonuspages.com/yoursite while you are waiting for your domain name registration to be completed. We'll provide an 'Under Construction' web page at your internet addresses until your pages are completed.

Do I get to keep the BonusPages sub-domain site too?

Yes! As an added value your site will be always be accessible using any of three internet addresses: yoursite.com www.yoursite.com www.bonuspages.com/yoursite In addition, we'll list your site in our BonusPages member directory all at no additional cost!

How long will it take before my site is completed?

As soon as you register we'll e-mail a form for you to complete describing how your site is to appear. We'll begin working on your site as soon as we receive the completed form. The number of days it takes to complete your site depends on our current workload, the number of pages you want created and the complexity of your site. Unless your site is very complex or large, we can usually have it completed by the time your InterNIC registration is complete.

What if I don't like how my site looks?

We're dedicated to your complete satisfaction with our services. As each page is completed we'll e-mail you a private web address where you can view the page. Just mail us back with any comments or corrections and we'll modify the page until its exactly the way you want it to appear. Once you're happy with the layout we'll move it to your web space. Any changes after this point are considered to be updates and will be deducted from your annual page allotment.

Can I use all of my pages at once?

You may use as many pages as you wish up to the package annual allotment either to initially construct your site or to update your pages. Should you use up your allotment of pages, you can upgrade to a larger package at any time for a $10 upgrade fee.

How long is my commitment?

You can cancel service at any time. Basically, you are paying for web page design in monthly installments and receiving web space for free. If you cancel before the end of a 12 month period there may be a balance due based on the number of pages you've already used. For example, if you use half of your total annual page allotment there would be a balance due if you cancelled prior to paying your sixth monthly installment.

How much space am I allowed to use?

A typical web page is considered to be approximately 8 1/2 by 11 in size including text and images. There is no limit on the number of images you choose to have included on your pages. We may charge extra for unusually large audio / video files or for storing files that are not directly used by any of your web pages. (such as shareware programs you want to distribute from your site).

How do I sign up for a web site?

Reserving your web site couldn't be easier. Click on 'Order' on the toolbar at the top of any page (or click here), fill out our brief questionaire, indicate what size & type of web site you are interested in and click on the 'send order' button. We'll e-mail you a form to use to describe how you want each of your pages to look. Return one copy of the form for each page you want us to create and attach any image files you want included. As each page is completed, we'll place it in a private location on the web for you to view and approve. Don't forget to send your payment in right away to avoid any delays in processing your order.

Do I have to provide ALL graphics?

We have a vast library of icons, buttons and other graphics available for use on your pages. If you'll include a detailed description of the graphics you want placed on your site we can probably provide them for you. However, the design process will be a lot faster if you can provide us with scanned graphics files in GIF or JPG format.

I don't have a scanner, can you scan my graphics for me?

If you don't have access to scanned images files you want included on your site send us the printed copies and we'll have them scanned for you at an additional cost. Typically, our cost for scanning service ranges from 5-10 dollars per image.

Do you accept credit cards?

We sure do! Credit card payments can be made using our online secure form by clicking here.

What will my internet address be?

Your web site will respond with or without the www prefix. For example, if you chose a domain name of widgets.com your site will also respond to www.widgets.com. Your site will also respond as a sub-domain of bonuspages (www.bonuspages.com/widgets) at no additional charge. Keep in mind when you select your domain name that your domain should end with .com if its a commercial site, .org if its an organization and .net if you offer internet related services.

What is InterNIC?

InterNIC is a coordinating authority that was developed to manage the internet. InterNIC manages domain names, and handles the routing of internet traffic. Domain names are being taken everyday, so the sooner you register yours, the more likely you are to be able to use the one you want. To check to see if the name you're interested in is available, click here.

Are there any restrictions on what I put on my pages?

Not as long as you adhere to the guidelines set forward in our policy statement. We do not host 'adult' sites, pages that include links to 'adult sites', pirated software, other unauthorized use of copyrighted material or sites that support any kind of illegal activities. To keep traffic on our servers low we ask that you not store files within your web space that are loaded from other web pages or other servers.

Can I take orders for my products/services on my page?

Absolutely! Its relatively easy to set up a form on your site for your customers to fill out and have e-mailed to you. Or, we can provide a form your customers can print and mail via US Post Office along with their payment. Just let us know what information we need to request the user to enter along with the e-mail address you want the information sent to and we'll design a form to be placed in your web space. Each form counts as one web page.

Can I resell space?

No. We feel that our prices are low enough that anyone can afford their own web site. You are not permitted to sell any pages on your site under any circumstances.

Can I sell advertisments on my pages?

You may sell ads on your pages so long as each one occupies a small percentage of each page. Ads occupying the equivelent of a 500 x 50 pixel graphic image conform to this standard.

Can I use banner exchange ads if I want to?

Sure! Exchange banner advertising is one of the best ways to promote your site without spending a lot. Keep in mind that banner ads will affect how your page loads, so you'll want to choose a service that limits graphic size and provides fast transfers.

How often can I update my pages?

You may update your pages whenever you like, as often as you want so long as you do not exceed your annual allotment of pages. Please keep in mind that our work load fluctuates, so give us plenty of lead time to complete any updates.

What is a CGI script?

A CGI script is a special kind of text file that the server can run to perform various tasks, such as displaying a hit counter, or mailing a form to you which has been filled out by a customer. We offer 3 basic CGI scripts already installed and ready to run. We can also custom design scripts to perform a variety of other tasks. Let us know when you specify your page layout if you want to include any of these.

How does the page hit counter work?

Each time someone visits a page containing a reference to your counter, the count increases by one and is displayed on the page. By changing the commands embedded in your page, we can change the appearance of the counter as shown below:

How does the time/date display work?

The same script that generates the page hit counter, can also display the current date and time of day. Please note that because of the way browsers cache pages, the time/date may not update automatically when a page revisited. You have a number of formatting options available to change the way the display is presented. Right now, its in Houston, Texas on .

How does the form mailer work?

The form mailer allows you to have information e-mailed to you from a form page included on your site. For example, if you want to take orders online we would create a form containing fields for all of the information you need to process an order. Once the user fills out the form and submits it, an e-mail message would be generated and sent to you containing all of the information the user entered. Use of the form mailer script is available at no additional charge.

Please read our policy section for restrictions and limitation of use.