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Review summary

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Most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers expressed significant dissatisfaction with the company's service and customer support, frequently citing long response times and unresolved issues. Reviewers often reported difficulties reaching support agents, experiencing dropped calls, and receiving no assistance with their problems. The website was also a point of concern for many, with some experiencing crashes and missing essential modules. However, some customers also noted positive interactions with individual staff members, describing them as patient, friendly, and efficient in resolving their issues. A few people were satisfied with the quick and effective assistance they received, particularly when specific agents were able to identify and fix problems promptly.

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Customer service

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Service

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Response time

Clients share negative opinions on response times. Many customers report extremely long hold times, with some... See more

Staff

Customers had ambiguous experiences with staff. Many reviewers praised individual staff members like Richard,... See more

Website

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Based on these reviews

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I needed support with my email and after 2-days of phoning and two emails to the support group I eventually came right with Nathan. Dropped calls, 20-minute holding on calls - just pathetic. When I ev... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

You did not assist in solving the problem. I did what you stated, you closed the ticket, and the problem still exists. We are still getting spam email from our own hosting domain. I tried counting... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our office emails stopped working through Outlook. With an email to 1-grid explaining the situation, we got a response from Shayne who gave us settings to use which surprisingly didn't need a tech ex... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a horrible experience yesterday in terms of holding on to speak to a support agent for 15 minutes and then being cut off. I was furious and sent an e-mail. At 17h50 last night I got a call from... See more

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  1. Web hosting company

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We empower South African website owners and businesses to thrive online. Our platform delivers affordable web hosting solutions paired with exceptional support. From seamless domain registration to reliable hosting, robust security, and professional email services, we provide simple solutions for every stage of your business's growth.


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3.5

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

1K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joseph Mubwandarikwa of 1-Grid is a STAR

Super response from Joseph Mubwandarikwa of
1-grid support team to resolve my request and further attended to an additional post TICKET ask within super time.

First time I got this turnaround from 1-Grid. Totally elated with Joseph. Wish I can always have him attend to me stuff

4 October 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Themba,

We are so delighted to hear that we provided excellent support and delighted you unexpectedly! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Joseph for his excellence and contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I submitted a ticket for assistance…

I submitted a ticket for assistance with my SSL certificate, and Linda provided excellent support. My website is now secure. Thank you

4 October 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Busisiwe,

We are so delighted to hear that we provided excellent support while assisting with your SSL certificate! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Linda for his excellent contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard

Richard - Top notch service- Professional -going the extra mile thank you for no extra cost. I will recommend anyone especially if you don't have any cooking clue about websites they help you, explain and very friendly. Thank you again I'm in good hands.

4 October 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Rene,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered top-notch, professional service and that we have delighted you with going the extra mile! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his extraordinary contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from Richard

Great service from Richard. Efficient and really smart. Grateful for his help

3 October 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Bruno's Oven,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered great service that was efficient! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard was very good and nice over the…

Richard was very good and nice over the phone he helped very quickly and easily.

3 October 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Sanmari,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered quick service that made things a little easier for you! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great assistance from Lance .He…

Great assistance from Lance .He resolved my issues in no time .

27 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Brian,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered great service in getting your issues resolved in no time! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Lance for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

RESOLVED - 3 weeks no response on Whatsapp

3 weeks no response on Whatsapp, email or website live chat. How are we supposed to get issues resolved?

Pathetic service. The chats just never get answered. No response to email. No response to whatsapp

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UPDATE - 09 October 2024 - Issue eventually resolved Thanks Sonia, Natalie & Emraan.

You contacted me directly and put effort to resolve it. Problems come but can be resolved.

30 September 2024
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Taf,

Thank you for bringing this to our urgent attention. We're really sorry that you have not received the support required, and can understand the frustration that you are experiencing. We take these matters very seriously.

We're really sorry that this is negatively impacting you, and please know that I have escalated this to our Team, and will be attending to this as a priority.

I will also be in contact with you directly via email so that you have my direct contact details, and we can get your concerns attended to for you.

Looking forward to further connecting with you.

Warmest regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great assistance from Linda in helping…

Great assistance from Linda in helping me set up the auto-responder.

27 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Shelley,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered great assistance in getting your auto-responder set up in no time! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Linda for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard Assisted me in setting up my…

Richard Assisted me in setting up my email, Quick Fast.
Great Job!! Thanks Buddy

26 September 2024
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Fayaz,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered quick service in getting your email set up! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard helped me fantastically!!!

Richard helped me fantastically!!!
Super awesome service, thanks guys!!

26 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Michelle,

We are so delighted to hear that we have delivered fantastic, super awesome service to you! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard Was a wonderful help ,great…

Richard Was a wonderful help ,great people skills and fast with his assistance. highly impressed.

26 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Jenine,

We are so delighted to hear that we have impressed you with our wonderful help, great people skills, and fast assistance! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sheet and Metal Engineering / Met Glique Commercial Products


Sheet and Metal Engineering - We have three domains and this morning we receive the following e-mail and I want to discuss this with the team:

Dear user,

Your mail account has automatically requested our mail server to block your SMTP from sending messages.
To confirm or reject this request, please log in and go ahead and confirm the details below.

Domain: metglique.co.za

Mail SMTP for:

SMTP: smtp.metglique.co.za

Al three our domains has been paid up till 2025

I phoned 0122001200 / 3 / 1 and the phone ringed for 10 minutes. I have tried 5 times.

Daleen Paulsen
Sheet and Metal Engineering / Met Glique Commercial Products

26 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Daleen,

Thank you for bringing this to our urgent attention. We're really sorry that you have not received the support required, and can understand the frustration that you are experiencing. We take these matters very seriously.

We're really sorry that this is negatively impacting you, and please know that I have escalated this to our Team, and will be attending to this as a priority.

I will also be in contact with you directly via email so that you have my direct contact details.

Looking forward to further connecting with you.

Warmest regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard

Richard, thank you for assisting with my email. Service was good and fast.

26 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Gerhard,

We are so delighted to hear that have assisted you with your emails, and that our service was good and fast! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was assisted immediately

I was assisted immediately, awesome service

23 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi,

We are so delighted to hear that you were assisted immediately and received awesome service! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have requested some additional information from you so that we can better understand your experience with us, along with your personal details such as your name, and/or email address that is registered with us.

That way, we can connect with you as a courtesy check-in as well, thank you for being part of the 1-grid family, as well as, recognise anyone specifically in our Team, or our Team in general for delivering great service to you.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Nokuthula,

Thank you for bringing this to our urgent attention. We're really sorry that you have not received the support required, and can understand the frustration that you are experiencing. We take these matters very seriously.

We're really sorry that this is negatively impacting you, and please know that I have escalated this to our Team, and will be attending to this as a priority.

I will also be in contact with you directly via email so that you have my direct contact details.

Looking forward to further connecting with you.

Warmest regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just want to thank Richard for his…

I just want to thank Richard for his help, he assisted us with our emails and sorted it out after we struggled with our emails for over a week long. Thumbs up to Richard

19 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Systeq,

We are so delighted to hear that we managed to help you when you needed it the most! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard was very patient and assisted…

Richard was very patient and assisted to resolve my issue in no time at all. He is extremely competent and very professional. thank you Richard for providing awesome service regards Maria

17 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Maria,

We are so delighted to hear that we delivered patient, competent, and very professional customer service to get your issue resolved in no time! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star rating!

Richard was very helpful in assisting with my email domain synchronizing issue. He talked me through the process, kept me updated as the process was going on and he resolved my issue while educating me at the same time. 5 star rating!

17 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Abu,

We are so delighted to hear that we delivered 5-star service to you! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard

Richard
kind helpful client assistance provided an excellent job to tackle the issue .

16 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Geno,

We are so delighted to hear that we delivered kind, and helpful service while getting your problem sorted out efficiently! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard was extremely helpful

Richard was extremely helpful, friendly and sorted my problem out in no time.

13 September 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from 1-grid

Hi Kim,

We are so delighted to hear that we delivered extremely helpful, and friendly service while getting your problem sorted out efficiently! :)

We greatly appreciate you and value you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We have extended your gratitude to Richard for his contribution to making a positive impact for you!

Thank you so much for being part of the 1-grid family.

Best regards,
Natalie from the 1-grid Team

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