In the early days (well, when Tom went AWOL), we set up alternative channels on Matrix.
We might get them posted a bit more prominently, as earlier I was only able to post a message to 50-odd people in the channel.
We may also look into setting up a status page that is complete separate from the main site (different domain, hosting, everything).
Ordinarily, there would be a post scheduling the maintenance with alternative channels, but obviously this time I screwed up.
I'll post in [email protected] with some details about what went on later today.
The main gist is: We planned something, then this morning I saw the shiny button we were waiting for.
And instead of going "we're ready to go, lets schedule things", I pressed the button not expecting it to do things immediately :|
They do a pretty clear discount for the first domain and year you register, but they're also very honest about the ongoing charges.
They also give you one free mailbox per contract, which is a nice touch imho.