# ZoomLab

> ZoomLab (https://zoom-lab.com) is a Cameroonian web hosting and .cm domain name provider. It is a service of Honowa Technologies, an ANTIC-accredited registrar for the .cm country-code top-level domain (Cameroon). Prices are in FCFA (XAF) and can be paid with MTN Mobile Money, Orange Money, bank transfer or cash. Support is available 24/7 in French and English.

## Key facts

- .cm domain name: 7,000 FCFA (XAF) per year for Cameroonian registrants, which is the official price set by ANTIC. Renewal costs the same.
- Foreign registrants: price on request.
- Anyone (Cameroonian or foreign, resident or not) can register a .cm under the ANTIC naming charter. Required documents: ID for individuals, trade register (RCCM) for companies.
- Registration usually takes 24 to 72 working hours after payment and documents.
- Domains are registered in the customer's own name and can be transferred to another registrar at any time.
- Shared cPanel web hosting plans (billed yearly, a domain name is included):
  - Start: 25,000 FCFA/year. 1 free domain name, 1 cPanel account, 40 GB storage, unlimited traffic, 1 free SSL certificate, 10 email addresses, 24/7 support.
  - Pro: 30,000 FCFA/year. 1 free domain name, 1 cPanel account, 90 GB storage, unlimited traffic, 1 free SSL certificate, 20 email addresses, 24/7 support.
  - Business: 50,000 FCFA/year. 1 free domain name, 1 cPanel account, 100 GB storage, unlimited traffic, 1 free SSL certificate, 100 email addresses, 24/7 support.
- Contact: contact@zoom-lab.com · +237 674 97 08 06 · WhatsApp https://wa.me/237674970806 · Douala, Cameroon.

## Main pages (English)

- [.cm domain names](https://zoom-lab.com/en/cm-domain-names): prices, requirements and registration process
- [Web hosting](https://zoom-lab.com/en/web-hosting): plans, features and comparison
- [Developers & webmasters](https://zoom-lab.com/en/developers-webmasters): partner programme for agencies and freelancers
- [FAQ](https://zoom-lab.com/en/faq)
- [About](https://zoom-lab.com/en/about-us)
- [Contact & orders](https://zoom-lab.com/en/contact)
- [.cm registration policy](https://zoom-lab.com/en/cm-registration-policy)
- [Terms and conditions](https://zoom-lab.com/en/terms-and-conditions)

## Pages principales (français)

- [Noms de domaine .cm](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/nom-de-domaine-cm)
- [Hébergement web](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/hebergement-web)
- [Développeurs & webmasters](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/developpeurs-webmasters)
- [Questions fréquentes](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/questions-frequentes)
- [À propos](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/a-propos)
- [Contact & commande](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/contact)

## Blog articles
- [Le .cm en 2026 : état des lieux et pourquoi il compte pour se lancer au Cameroun](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/blog/etat-des-lieux-cm-2026) (fr, 2026-09-22): Histoire, prix, chiffres clés, forces et défis du .cm en 2026 : pourquoi l'extension camerounaise est un atout pour tout entrepreneur qui se lance au Cameroun.
- [Hébergement mutualisé, VPS ou cloud : quelle solution pour votre projet ?](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/blog/mutualise-vps-cloud-quelle-solution) (fr, 2026-09-15): Mutualisé, VPS, serveur dédié ou cloud : comparatif simple des types d'hébergement web, avec leurs prix, leurs limites et le bon choix selon votre projet.
- [Sécuriser son site WordPress : 12 mesures essentielles en 2026](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/blog/securiser-site-wordpress) (fr, 2026-09-08): Mises à jour, mots de passe, 2FA, sauvegardes, extensions, HTTPS : les 12 mesures concrètes pour protéger votre site WordPress contre le piratage.
- [Site lent sur mobile ? 10 leviers pour l'accélérer (et économiser la data de vos visiteurs)](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/blog/accelerer-site-web-mobile) (fr, 2026-08-28): Images, cache, hébergement, extensions, polices : 10 actions concrètes pour rendre votre site rapide sur smartphone et moins gourmand en data au Cameroun.
- [Changer d'hébergeur sans coupure : le guide pour migrer site et emails](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/blog/migrer-site-sans-coupure) (fr, 2026-08-18): Sauvegarde, copie, test, DNS, emails : la méthode étape par étape pour changer d'hébergeur sans interruption de votre site ni perte d'emails.
- [The .cm in 2026: where it stands and why it matters when launching in Cameroon](https://zoom-lab.com/en/blog/state-of-cm-domain-2026) (en, 2026-09-22): History, price, key figures, strengths and challenges of .cm in 2026: why Cameroon's extension is an asset for any entrepreneur starting out in Cameroon.
- [Shared hosting, VPS or cloud: which is right for your project?](https://zoom-lab.com/en/blog/shared-vps-or-cloud-hosting) (en, 2026-09-15): Shared, VPS, dedicated server or cloud: a simple comparison of web hosting types, their prices, their limits and the right choice for your project.
- [Securing your WordPress website: 12 essential measures for 2026](https://zoom-lab.com/en/blog/secure-wordpress-website) (en, 2026-09-08): Updates, passwords, 2FA, backups, plugins, HTTPS: the 12 practical measures to protect your WordPress website from being hacked.
- [Slow website on mobile? 10 ways to speed it up (and save your visitors' data)](https://zoom-lab.com/en/blog/speed-up-website-mobile) (en, 2026-08-28): Images, caching, hosting, plugins, fonts: 10 practical actions to make your website fast on smartphones and lighter on data in Cameroon.
- [Switching hosts with zero downtime: how to migrate your website and email](https://zoom-lab.com/en/blog/migrate-website-without-downtime) (en, 2026-08-18): Backup, copy, test, DNS, email: the step-by-step method to change web host without interrupting your website or losing a single email.
- RSS: https://zoom-lab.com/en/blog/rss.xml (en), https://zoom-lab.com/fr/blog/rss.xml (fr)

## Guides
- [Comment enregistrer un nom de domaine .cm en 2026 : prix, documents et étapes](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/guides/comment-enregistrer-nom-de-domaine-cm) (fr): Le guide complet pour réserver votre nom de domaine .cm au Cameroun : tarif officiel ANTIC, pièces à fournir, délais, erreurs à éviter et renouvellement.
- [.cm ou .com : quelle extension choisir pour votre entreprise au Cameroun ?](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/guides/cm-ou-com-quelle-extension-choisir) (fr): .cm ou .com ? Comparatif clair pour choisir la bonne extension de nom de domaine selon votre clientèle, votre budget et votre stratégie de marque.
- [Comment choisir son hébergement web au Cameroun : le guide 2026](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/guides/choisir-hebergement-web-cameroun) (fr): Stockage, emails, SSL, support, paiement Mobile Money, prix de renouvellement : les 8 critères pour choisir un hébergement web fiable au Cameroun sans mauvaise surprise.
- [Créer une adresse email professionnelle à votre nom (contact@votre-entreprise.cm)](https://zoom-lab.com/fr/guides/creer-adresse-email-professionnelle) (fr): Pourquoi et comment créer une adresse email professionnelle avec votre nom de domaine .cm, la configurer sur votre téléphone et éviter que vos emails arrivent en spam.
- [How to register a .cm domain name in 2026: price, documents and steps](https://zoom-lab.com/en/guides/how-to-register-cm-domain-name) (en): The complete guide to registering your .cm domain name in Cameroon: official ANTIC price, required documents, timelines, mistakes to avoid and renewals.
- [.cm or .com: which extension should your business choose in Cameroon?](https://zoom-lab.com/en/guides/cm-or-com-which-extension) (en): .cm or .com? A clear comparison to pick the right domain extension for your customers, your budget and your brand strategy.
- [How to choose web hosting in Cameroon: the 2026 guide](https://zoom-lab.com/en/guides/choose-web-hosting-cameroon) (en): Storage, email, SSL, support, Mobile Money payment, renewal price: the 8 criteria for choosing reliable web hosting in Cameroon with no nasty surprises.
- [Create a professional email address in your own name (contact@your-business.cm)](https://zoom-lab.com/en/guides/create-professional-email-address) (en): Why and how to create a professional email address with your .cm domain name, set it up on your phone and keep your emails out of spam.

## FAQ (English)

### How much does a .cm domain name cost?
At ZoomLab, a .cm domain name costs 7 000 FCFA per year for Cameroonian individuals and businesses, which is the official price set by ANTIC. Renewal costs the same: no hidden increase in year two.

### Who can register a .cm domain name?
Any individual or organisation, Cameroonian or foreign, living in Cameroon or abroad, can register a .cm under ANTIC's naming charter. The registrant agrees that the name and its content fall under Cameroonian law.

### Which documents do I need for a .cm?
Individuals: a copy of your national ID card or passport. Companies: your trade register certificate (RCCM) or articles of association, plus the ID of the legal representative. Associations: the declaration receipt. We confirm the exact list when you order, and you can send everything by WhatsApp or email.

### How quickly is my .cm activated?
As soon as we receive your payment and documents, we submit the request to the registry. The name is usually live within 24 to 72 working hours; worldwide DNS propagation can then take a few more hours.

### Why use an accredited registrar?
ANTIC (Cameroon's National Agency for Information and Communication Technologies) runs the .cm registry and only registers names through accredited registrars. Honowa Technologies, the company behind ZoomLab, is one of them: your name is officially registered in your own name, with no opaque middleman.

### Do I really own my domain name?
Yes. The domain is registered in the name of the registrant you choose (you or your company), not ZoomLab's or your web agency's. You can transfer it to another registrar at any time.

### Can I transfer my .cm to ZoomLab?
Yes. Send us the domain name: we prepare the transfer request, you approve it with your current registrar and the registrant stays the same. Your website and email keep working throughout.

### What happens if I forget to renew?
We remind you several times by email and WhatsApp before the due date. After expiry, the domain is suspended (website and email go offline) and enters a recovery period during which it can still be renewed, with an extra fee towards the end. After that, it becomes available to anyone.

### .cm or .com: which one should I choose?
If your customers are in Cameroon, .cm is the best choice: it instantly shows you are a Cameroonian business, builds local trust, stays short and costs less. Many businesses register both to protect their brand.

### What is shared hosting?
It is space on a professional server that is always on and connected to the Internet, where your website files and email are stored. Server resources are shared between several customers, which keeps hosting affordable, while we take care of maintenance, security and updates.

### Which hosting plan should I choose?
It depends on your project. Start (25 000 FCFA/year) — Launch your first website: a showcase site, portfolio, blog or event page. Pro (30 000 FCFA/year) — The best value for SMEs and growing WordPress websites. Business (50 000 FCFA/year) — Built for teams: up to 100 professional email addresses on your own domain. You can upgrade to a bigger plan at any time.

### What is cPanel?
cPanel is the world's most widely used hosting control panel. It lets you create email addresses, install WordPress in one click, and manage files, databases, backups and DNS without advanced technical skills. Developers will feel right at home.

### Is the domain name really included?
Yes: every plan includes one domain name (for example a .cm), registered in your name and renewed with your hosting for as long as it stays active. You pay a single invoice per year.

### Can I get email addresses like contact@mybusiness.cm?
Yes, it is included: 10, 20 or 100 addresses depending on your plan. Read them in webmail, on your phone (Gmail, Outlook, Mail app) or on your computer.

### Can I install WordPress?
Yes, in one click from cPanel. All our plans support WordPress, WooCommerce, Joomla, PrestaShop, Laravel and most PHP/MySQL applications.

### My website is hosted elsewhere. Can you move it?
Yes, migration is free. We move your files, databases and email, then switch your domain over when it suits you, with no visible downtime for your visitors.

### Can I change plans later?
Yes, you can upgrade at any time: you only pay the pro-rata difference for the remaining period, and your website stays online.

### How can I pay?
By MTN Mobile Money, Orange Money, bank transfer or cash at our office. No international credit card needed. You receive an invoice and a receipt for every payment.

### Will I get an invoice in my company's name?
Yes. Every order comes with an invoice in the name of the person or company of your choice, with the details your accountant needs.

### How do I place an order?
Choose your plan or domain name, then send your request through the form or WhatsApp. We confirm availability, the amount and payment instructions. Your service is activated as soon as payment is received.

### Does the price go up at renewal?
No. The price you see is the price you pay every year: no teaser price that doubles in year two.

### Can I get a refund?
Hosting is refundable pro rata within the first 30 days if the service is not right for you. Domain names cannot be refunded once registered with the registry.

### How do I reach support?
On WhatsApp, by email, by phone or through the contact form, in English or French. Critical incidents (website or email down) are handled 24/7.

### Will my website use HTTPS?
Yes. An SSL certificate is included and installed automatically: the padlock shows in the browser, your forms are encrypted and Google favours secure websites.

### Is my data backed up?
Yes, regular automatic backups are made, and you can also create your own backups from cPanel at any time. We recommend keeping a copy on your side too.

### Will my website always be online?
Our servers are monitored around the clock and we target 99.9% availability. If an incident occurs, our team steps in immediately and keeps you informed.

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