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About the .com-au domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .com-au domain
What is a .com.au domain?
A commercial second-level domain under Australia’s .au ccTLD, .com.au is used by businesses and usually requires an Australian presence, such as an ABN or trade mark.
Who is a .com.au domain for?
A .com.au domain works well for Australian businesses, local startups, consultants, and online stores that want a trusted, country-specific web address. It suits both new projects and growing companies.
Why choose a .com.au domain?
A .com.au domain helps people instantly recognize your Australian business and builds a clear, professional online identity. It supports trust, makes your web address easier to remember, and works well across websites, email, and marketing as you grow.
Domain information for .com.au
TLD
.com.au
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
3 years
Domain privacy protection
Free
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.com.au domain FAQs
What does a .com.au domain mean?
.com.au is Australia’s commercial domain extension. It is commonly used by businesses and organizations that want to show they operate in, or serve, the Australian market.
Is a .com.au domain trusted?
Yes. .com.au is a valid country-code domain with an official registry, so it works normally in browsers, email, and search engines. It is widely recognized for Australian websites.
Is a .com.au a good domain?
Yes, if you want to reach an Australian audience or present a local business identity. Search engines treat .com.au like other domains for SEO, so relevance and content matter more than the extension.
Should I choose a .com.au domain or .com domain?
Choose .com.au if your audience is mainly in Australia and you want a clear local signal. Choose .com if you need a broader, global fit or the .com.au name you want is unavailable.
Who can register a .com.au domain?
A .com.au domain is restricted to registrants with a real connection to Australia, such as an Australian business, company, or trade mark holder. You need to meet the eligibility rules before registration.
Are there restrictions on .com.au domains?
Yes. The name must match your business, trade mark, or eligible name, and it must follow the .au registry rules. Reserved or invalid names cannot be registered.
How much does a .com.au domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .com.au domain costs ₦12,290 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is ₦21,490/year.
As Hostinger is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain is managed securely. Auto-renewal helps prevent expiration, and 24/7 support is available. You can also transfer your domain to Hostinger at any time.