A .com domain is a generic extension used internationally. .com.au and .au direct are Australian domain options with registration eligibility requirements. The right choice depends on your business name, audience, availability and the rules for that extension.
A .com.au domain can help customers recognise an Australian business. A .com may suit an international audience. Neither choice guarantees search rankings.
You can register more than one relevant version if available and eligible, then choose one primary website address and redirect the others to it. There is usually no need to maintain identical websites on each domain.
Domain prices and renewal costs depend on the extension and provider. We confirm the name, registration term, current price and relevant ongoing costs before registration. .au licences can be registered for terms from one to five years, although the terms offered can vary by provider; they are not universally restricted to two years.
Read auDA’s current registration guidance, or contact Damien to discuss suitable options.
