We love technology, but we care just as much about community. That’s why we’re proud to sponsor Tech Thursday again this year.  We got involved for the first time last year, and after seeing the strong interest, meaningful conversations, and great connections it created, it was an easy decision to come back.  Tech Thursday isn’t just another tech event — it’s something different. ... We’re Excited About Tech Thursday — and Proud to be Sponsoring Again  is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

At Blacknight, we believe the internet is for everyone. That belief doesn’t stop at domains, hosting, or infrastructure. It shapes how we show up in the real world too. That’s why we’re delighted and genuinely proud to be sponsoring The Outing Festival once again in 2026.  This year, The Outing moves to an exciting new home at Treacy’s West County Hotel, Ennis, Co. ... Celebrating Love and Inclusion: Blacknight and The Outing Winter Pride Festival 2026 is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

Over the past few days, there have been a number of phishing attacks targeting us and our customers. Our customer service team are dealing with high volumes of calls regarding the issue. Scam Emails Targeting Blacknight is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

Over the past few weeks, we’ve had lots of customers get in touch about emails they’ve received regarding domain names. These are emails that are not from Blacknight, or any other reputable registrar, they are simply a scam email.   This type of scam has been around for quite some time, but in recent weeks and ... An Old Scam, New Targets: Beware of Fake Domain Renewal Emails is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

We all look forward to a bank holiday, where we have a little extra time to relax, catch up, or just enjoy a change of pace. To make things simple, we’ve put together a quick guide showing our office hours and service availability on these days. Think of it as your go-to reference for knowing ... Irish Bank Holidays 2026 is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

Every year, Safer Internet Day reminds us all to take a step back and think about how we use the web, for work, for fun, and for staying connected. It’s a chance to remember that the internet is brilliant, but it also comes with a bit of responsibility too.  Online safety isn’t just the job of technical experts but it’s something we all need to look after. Whether you’re running a ... Safer Internet Day: Online Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

On 26 January 2026, we’ll be upgrading the database software on our new shared hosting platform (Plesk / cPanel). This is a routine upgrade and is required to keep the platform secure, stable, and up to date.  Why this matters  Some older versions of WordPress are not compatible with the newer database version.  WordPress 6.1 ... Updates to new shared hosting database servers is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

ComReg has released its Q3 2025 Quarterly Key Data Report and it shows big progress in how Ireland connects, streams, works, and communicates. From record fibre numbers to rising 5G use, here are the key takeaways in a clear, simple snapshot.   Fibre Passes 1 Million Subscribers  For the first time ever, over 1 million homes and businesses in Ireland are now using ... Ireland’s Broadband Landscape Hits Major Milestones: Key Takeaways from ComReg’s Q3 2025 Report is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

Any .ie domain that is more than 45 days overdue will enter a redemption period, during which an additional restore fee is required to renew the domain, in line with the policy implemented by the registry on August 1st 2025. We all forget things sometimes but don’t worry, you still have a chance to get ... .ie Domain Redemption – What You Need to Know is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

At Blacknight, keeping your online assets safe is one of our highest priorities. As cyber-security threats continue to rise, strong account protection has never been more important. That’s why, starting early January, we will be introducing mandatory Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for all Blacknight accounts (aka your Blacknight control panel).  This upgrade strengthens your login security ... We’re Enhancing Your Blacknight Account Security: Mandatory 2FA Starts January is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

Every year we look forward to supporting one of Ireland’s most unusual, creative, and genuinely enjoyable events — CongRegation. If you’ve never been, imagine an unconference tucked into the cosy village of Cong, filled with curious people, good conversations, and ideas bouncing around like popcorn. It’s friendly, informal, and wonderfully unpredictable… in all the right ... CongRegation 2025: Embracing the Chaos (In the Best Possible Way) is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

From January 2026, Gmail will no longer fetch emails from other accounts using something called POP. If you use Gmail to collect your Blacknight (or Titan) emails, this may affect you — but don’t worry, your emails aren’t going anywhere.  What’s changing?  Right now, some people have Gmail set up so it “goes and gets” ... Gmail is Changing – How Blacknight Email Users Can Stay Connected is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

This year marked the final edition of IndieCork, Cork’s much-loved independent film and music festival, and we feel truly honoured to have been part of its journey. As headline sponsors over the years, we have cherished the opportunity to support a festival that celebrates creativity, independent storytelling, and the very best of Irish talent.  Honouring the Founders  IndieCork was ... Goodbye to IndieCork — A Tribute to Its Founders and Legacy is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies

We believe in fairness, equality and transparency for everyone. As part of that commitment, we’ve published our 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report, in line with Irish legislation. This report looks at how pay is spread across our teams, based on data from 20 June 2025. It helps us understand the bigger picture of gender ... Blacknight’s 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report is an article from Hosting & Domains News - News, tips & offers from Ireland's leading hosting & domain registration companies