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Affordable Domain Names for Every Aussie Business

Affordable Domain Names for Every Aussie Business

.com.au

$23.95

1 Year

.net.au

$23.95

1 Year

.org.au

$16.95

1 Year

.id.au

$16.95

1 Year

.au

$23.95

1 Year

.com

$32.98

1 Year

.net

$38.21

1 Year

.org

$34.97

1 Year

.biz

$39.38

1 Year

.info

$46.56

1 Year

.com.au

$23.95

1 Year

.net.au

$23.95

1 Year

.org.au

$16.95

1 Year

.id.au

$16.95

1 Year

.au

$23.95

1 Year

.com

$32.98

1 Year

.net

$38.21

1 Year

.org

$34.97

1 Year

.biz

$39.38

1 Year

.info

$46.56

1 Year

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Domain Names

Registering your domain with CT Hosting keeps your brand safe and in your control. Protect your business identity, improve credibility and enjoy peace of mind knowing your online name is secure and uniquely yours.

Establishes online identity

Look professional everywhere online

Protects & secures your business

Keep your brand safe online

Supports Australian search relevance

Boost your site’s visibility

Enables easy website relocation

Change providers with ease

Did you know?

  • More than 4.3 million .au domain names are now registered, making .au one of the world’s largest country-code domains.

  • 80% of Australian consumers are more likely to trust an Australian business if it has a .au website.

  • 51% of Australian consumers say they will only purchase from a business with a .au website.

  • 7 in 10 Australian small businesses use .au as the primary domain for their business website.

Your domain name is more than a web address. It helps identify your business, supports professional email and gives customers a clear way to find and recognise you online. Choosing the right domain early can strengthen your brand and give your business a solid foundation for future growth.

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Choosing the Right Domain Name Extension

Choosing the Right Domain Name Extension?

Your domain extension helps communicate who you are and who your website is intended for. Australian businesses can choose from local extensions such as .com.au and .au, while international extensions such as .com provide a broader global identity. The right choice depends on your business, audience and eligibility.

Australian-specific domain names

Show customers you’re truly Australian. Extensions like .com.au, .net.au, .org.au, .id.au, and .au are reserved for local businesses, organisations and individuals. To register one, you’ll need a valid ABN or proof of eligibility, giving your brand extra trust and credibility in the Australian market.

  • .com.au – The most popular choice for Australian businesses. Registrants must meet auDA’s commercial eligibility and domain allocation requirements.

  • .net.au – Another popular choice for Australian businesses. Registrants must meet auDA’s commercial eligibility and domain allocation requirements.

  • .org.au – Reserved for registered Australian non-profits, charities and associations.

  • .id.au – For personal Australian websites, blogs or portfolios (individuals only).

  • .au – A direct Australian domain, ideal for modern brands who want a short, local web address.

International Domain Names

Reach a worldwide audience with international domain extensions such as .com, .net, .org, .biz, and .info. These extensions are generally open to registrants worldwide, subject to registry and registrar requirements.

  • .com – The world’s most popular extension, great for international businesses and global reach.

  • .net – Traditionally for tech, internet and infrastructure companies, but now open to anyone.

  • .org – Widely used by international non-profits, community groups and organisations.

  • .biz – Designed for business websites, especially if your .com is taken.

  • .info – Perfect for information-based sites, directories, and resource hubs.

Choosing the right domain extension helps your customers know who you are, what you do and where you’re based. If you’re an Australian business, .com.au or .au is usually your best choice. To protect your brand and business interests, it’s also smart to register the .com version of your domain. This prevents others from using your name and helps future-proof your online presence.

Ready to get your online presence underway? Start by securing your domain name today!

Domain Name FAQs

Find answers to common questions about which domain names are available and which one is right for your project or business.

A domain name is the web address people use to find your website, such as yourbusiness.com.au. It can also be used for professional email addresses such as name@yourbusiness.com.au.

You can register a domain before your website is built, and you do not need to launch a website immediately. Securing the right domain early can help protect the name you want while you prepare the rest of your online presence.

Both are strong choices for Australian businesses, but they work slightly differently.

.com.au is specifically intended for commercial entities with a connection to Australia, while .au is available more broadly to people and organisations that can demonstrate an Australian presence. auDA currently describes .com.au as the most popular .au choice for Australian businesses.

Many businesses register both versions where available and choose one as their primary address.

It depends on the domain extension.

For .com.au and .net.au, you need to qualify as an Australian commercial entity. An active ABN or ACN is the most common way to meet that requirement, although other eligible options can include an ARBN or Australian trade mark. The domain name must also meet auDA’s allocation rules and have an appropriate connection to the business.

For .au, you do not necessarily need an ABN. Australian citizens, permanent residents and other eligible people or organisations can qualify by demonstrating an Australian presence.

First, check whether another suitable extension is available, such as .au, .com.au or .com.

You can also consider a shorter variation, a relevant service term or another name that still represents your business clearly. For Australian business domains, make sure any alternative also meets the relevant auDA eligibility and allocation requirements.

Avoid making the domain unnecessarily long or difficult to spell simply to obtain an exact keyword. A memorable domain that clearly represents your business is usually the better long-term choice.

It can be worthwhile, particularly when matching versions such as .com.au and .au are available.

Registering closely related domains can help protect your business name and prevent confusion. You can then choose one primary domain for your website and redirect the others to it.

auDA itself notes that many businesses register matching .au and .com.au domains as a brand-protection measure. If the .com is also available, it might be prudent to secure that also as there are no eligibility requirements.

Yes. A domain name can be used for professional email without having an active website.

For example, you could register yourbusiness.com.au and use sales@yourbusiness.com.au while your website is still being developed. You will simply need an email hosting service and the correct DNS records configured for the domain.

A .au domain can help signal to Google and other search engines that your website is intended for an Australian audience. Google treats country-code domains as a strong geographic signal.

However, the domain extension alone does not guarantee higher rankings. Search visibility still depends on factors such as useful content, relevance, website quality, links, technical SEO and overall authority.

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