Domain Registration in South Africa

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Whatever your interest or field, we've got a domain just for you. Find and register yours today!

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TLD (Top-Level Domain)
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per year
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.capetown
Africa
R145.00 Register per year
R199.00 Transfer
R199.00 Renewal per year
.co.za
Africa
R99.00 Register per year
R0.00 Transfer
R109.00 Renewal per year
.durban
Africa
R145.00 Register per year
R199.00 Transfer
R199.00 Renewal per year
.joburg
Africa
R145.00 Register per year
R199.00 Transfer
R199.00 Renewal per year
.net.za
Africa
R99.00 Register per year
R0.00 Transfer
R109.00 Renewal per year
.org.za
Africa
R99.00 Register per year
R0.00 Transfer
R109.00 Renewal per year
.za.com
Africa
R7599.00 Register per year
R7599.00 Transfer
R7599.00 Renewal per year

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How to Register Your Domain Name

Easy Domain Name Registration Process

Get your domain name in three easy steps: search, select, and register, all designed for a hassle-free experience.

Search for Your Ideal Domain

Enter your desired domain name to instantly check availability. Not sure? Get inspired with tailored suggestions for your perfect domain.

Select the Best Option

Explore available domains and alternatives. Consider different TLDs and select the one that best fits your brand or project.

Complete Your Registration

Finalize your domain registration by filling in your details and selecting any addons. Complete your purchase, and your domain is all set!

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Free DNS Hosting

Fast, secure DNS hosting at no extra charge—manage your domain’s settings without the hassle.

Nameserver Management

Full control over your nameservers—direct traffic where you need it effortlessly.

Free Domain Privacy

Shield your personal details from prying eyes—available on selected domains for free.

Domain Parking

Lock in your perfect domain while you plan your next big idea.

Auto-renewals

Protect your domain—automatic renewals keep it yours without lifting a finger.

6 Tips to Choosing the Perfect Domain Name

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Keep it Short

Choose a domain name that's short and easy for people to remember and type.

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Keep it Simple

Watch out for common misspellings and avoid numbers, hyphens or random characters.

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Check Availability

Before you choose a name, use the domain search bar to see if it’s available.

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Protect Your Brand

Protect your brand by registering multiple TLDs (e.g. .co.za, .com, .org, .net etc.)

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Think Locally

If your business is local use a country-specific extension like .co.za to attract local customers.

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Register your domain name as soon as possible, before someone else does.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Quick Answers to Your Domain Queries

Got questions? We've got answers! Dive into our FAQ section for insights and information on our Domain services.

The registration process is the process you go through when buying a domain name.

  1. The first step is to decide which website address you want.
  2. Next, use the search tool to see if that name is available.
  3. Simply add the ones you like to the cart and complete the checkout process.
  4. Wait for the DNS to propagate.

You can check if a name is available by typing it into the search bar at the top of the page and clicking the "check availability" button.

If it's been registered, the system will display other options with different extensions for you to choose from. Simply click on the "order now" button and continue to checkout.

It depends on the TLD chosen. Country-specific TLDs like .co.za cost R99 per year, while popular generic extensions like .com are R269 per year.

You can get a free .co.za domain name by purchasing one of our web hosting packages. The domain will be free for the first year and renewed at the normal price thereafter.

Domain hosting only provides ownership of domain names with the ability to manage nameservers and DNS records, while web hosting provides server storage space for your website and emails.

When choosing a web address, you should pick something easy to remember, relevant to your website, and easy to spell. It's also important to make sure that the name you want is available, and that you're not infringing on any trademarks or copyrights.

Domains are snatched up quicker than you might think and more than 110,000 are registered every day. This means the number of available addresses dwindles with each passing day. So, if you’re planning to buy one, best do it sooner rather than later.

It depends on your goal and target audience. If you want to target a global audience, a .com is a better choice than a country code TLD (ccTLD), which can limit your reach. But, if you have a South African audience, a ccTLD like .co.za is more appropriate.

It's also a good idea to secure multiple TLDs to prevent them from being abused by impersonators or used by competitors in the future.

You will need to renew it every year. Some registrars allow for a ten-year registration period, which is convenient if you plan to keep the name for the long term. Renewing it every year ensures that it's being used and that the name isn't being wasted.

It can take up to 48 hours for your website to become visible to all users on the internet. This usually takes no longer than 24 hours, but sometimes delays can occur with some internet providers, pushing it beyond 24 hours.

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