TransIP has raised the prices of most of its services, and this applies immediately. It is not only new customers who pay more; existing customers do too. For .nl domains and VPS and storage services, the increase is 10 to 25 per cent. For many other services, including Stack, the rise is considerably higher. TransIP has not given a reason.
Even if you are not with TransIP, this news is a good moment to check what you pay for your digital basics. Many small and medium-sized businesses do not know this precisely.
What is known and what is not
What is known is that the increase takes effect immediately and that existing customers are affected. It is also known by what percentages domains, VPSs and storage go up. What you do not know is how much your bill will rise exactly. That depends on which services you use.
It is also unclear whether other providers will follow. Do not assume they will, but do not count on your own hosting provider keeping its prices the same either. A price rise at a large provider is mainly a reason to get your own overview in order.
What to check this week
You do not need to make a big project of it. An hour with your administration and your mailbox is enough to uncover the most important points.
- Which domain names do you have, with whom are they registered, and when are they renewed? Also look for forgotten domains, such as an old name that still points to your site.
- Where is your website or webshop hosted, and what does that cost per year? Check whether you are still paying for a package you no longer use.
- Do you use a VPS, online storage or another cloud environment? Check whether you really need what you are paying for.
- In whose name is the account? If it is in the name of a former colleague, a previous web builder or a private email address, make sure now that your company is the administrator.
- Who can log in if you are unreachable for a week? Make sure at least two people have access and that the recovery email goes to an address you still use.
- How are the invoices paid? Check whether a direct debit is still correct and read your provider's emails about the new prices.
Stay or switch?
A higher price is not automatically a reason to move. Switching takes time, and with a domain or a website that works well, the risk of errors is real. An incorrectly set up move can mean your email does not work for a day or your site is temporarily offline.
So compare honestly. Look not only at the annual price but also at what is included: backups, support, mailboxes and the costs of any move. If the difference is small, you are often better off where you are. If the difference is large, plan a switch for a quiet moment and not just before a busy period or a campaign.
You do not have to decide everything at once. Start with the overview, then look at when your contracts renew, and only then decide whether anything needs to change.
Make it a fixed moment
Price rises are becoming more frequent, and you usually only notice them when the invoice arrives. So put a reminder in your diary once a year to review your subscriptions. Note the provider, the costs, the renewal date and who the administrator is for each service in a simple overview. That saves you money and hassle on the day something goes wrong.
A domain that expires by accident is a nuisance for your website and your email. A good overview prevents that kind of surprise, regardless of what a provider charges.
Your next step
Do not know exactly where your domain, website and email are hosted, or would you like help comparing and possibly moving? Then visit our page on ICT support or contact us. We will then put your subscriptions in order together and tell you honestly whether switching is worthwhile.
Frequently asked questions
Does the price rise also apply to existing TransIP customers?
Yes. The increase takes effect immediately and not only for new customers. So check your next invoice and look in your account to see which services you use.
How much more expensive will my domain and hosting be?
For .nl domains and VPS and storage services, the increase is 10 to 25 per cent. For many other services it is higher. The exact amount depends on your package, so check your own account.
Do I need to move my domain right away?
No, haste is usually not necessary. First compare what you pay and what is included, and check when your contract renews. Only move if the benefit is clear, and plan it for a quiet moment.
How do I prevent my domain from expiring by accident?
Make sure the account is in your company's name and that your provider's emails reach an address you check. Note the renewal date in your diary. Also make sure at least two people can log in.
