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Your Trusted Australian Domain: .com.au

The .com.au domain extension is ideal for Australian businesses and organisations looking to establish an online presence. It is specifically designed for entities operating in Australia, making it a trustworthy choice for local customers.

With a .com.au domain, you can enhance your credibility and connect more effectively with your audience. Whether you're a small business, a startup, or a community group, having this domain shows that you are part of the Australian market, which can increase consumer trust and boost your visibility.

Choosing a .com.au domain can also improve your search engine rankings within Australia, helping you attract more visitors to your website. It’s an essential first step in building your brand online.

Domain TLD Datasheet

Example Uses & Restrictions

Domain Name Examples
  • wildlifeadventures.com.au
  • gourmetfoodtours.com.au
  • localcraftsmarket.com.au
  • fitnessfunclasses.com.au
Potential Uses for this TLD
  • E-commerce websites targeting Australian consumers
  • Australian business websites and professional services
  • informational websites for Australian tourism and travel
  • local community or event websites in Australia.
TLD Restrictions

.com.au TLD Registration Restrictions and Eligibility Requirements

The .com.au domain is intended for businesses and organisations based in Australia. There are specific eligibility requirements and registration restrictions associated with this TLD:

  • Eligibility Requirements: To register a .com.au domain, the registrant must be an Australian company, a registered business, or an individual with a registered Australian trademark that reflects the domain name.
  • Residency Requirements: The registrant must have a physical presence in Australia. This typically means that the registrant must reside in Australia or have a registered business address within the country.
  • Industry-Specific Usage: Certain domain names may be reserved for specific industries or organisations, requiring proof of eligibility in some sectors.
  • Trademark Rights: An Australian registered trademark can support the registration of a corresponding .com.au domain name.

These requirements ensure that .com.au domains are used primarily by genuine Australian businesses and organisations.

Hipposerve TLD Pricing

Registration

£17.99

Transfer

£0.00

Renewal

£23.99

Technical Information

Characters Allowed

Number of characters allowed: 3 to 63

IDN Compatibility

IDN character compatibility: No

Registration Period

Registration periods: 1 to 5 years

DNSSEC Compatibility

DNSSEC compatibility: Yes

Renewal Period

Renewal periods: 1 to 5 years

Registration Delay

Registration delay: Immediate

Transfer Time

Time taken to transfer: Up to 5 days

Transfer Lock

Transfer lock time: 60 days.

Note: The information provided on this page was accurate at the time of the last update. However, TLD information is subject to change by the relevant domain naming authorities at any time. Hipposerve cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies that may arise due to such changes.
More than just a domain name

Added Features for Value, Security and Convenience

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Domain Forwarding

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Email Forwarding

This versatile feature allows you to redirect emails from multiple addresses to a single inbox, streamlining your correspondence. Ideal for businesses wanting to manage communications efficiently.
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24/7 Support

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