.com.au
The established choice for Australian businesses.
Domain Names Australia
It all starts with a domain name
A good domain is more than an address. It's where your website lives, how customers find you and often what keeps your business email running. Choose it carefully and manage it with people who understand what's connected to it.
.com.au · .au · .com · .net.au · hundreds more
What do you need to do with your domain?
Find a new domain
Starting something new? Search available Australian and international domain extensions and register them directly through HSJ Host.
Search for a domain →Transfer a domain
Already have a domain somewhere else? Transfer it to HSJ Host and manage your domains, hosting and billing from the same account.
Transfer your domain →Look up a domain
Want to check registration information or see what is publicly available for an existing domain? Use our WHOIS lookup.
WHOIS lookup →Find the right domain for your Australian business
We show you what your domain costs now. Renewal is confirmed in the cart before you pay, not buried in the fine print.
.au
Short, distinctly Australian and increasingly common.
.net.au
An alternative Australian namespace for eligible organisations.
.com
The world's most recognised general-purpose domain.
Prices are in AUD. See the full extension list and live pricing on Find a Domain.
Buying an Australian domain? There are a few rules.
Australian domains aren't quite the same as registering a .com. Some namespaces have Australian presence and eligibility requirements, and the domain you choose may need to meet specific allocation rules.
HSJ Host can help you work out which Australian domain is appropriate before you register it.
.com.au
For Australian commercial entities and businesses. The established choice when you want a clearly Australian trading name.
.au direct
Requires an Australian presence. Shorter than .com.au and increasingly used alongside it to protect a brand.
.net.au
For eligible Australian commercial entities. An alternative Australian namespace when .com.au is taken or you want a second name.
Your domain is one of your most important business assets
A website can be rebuilt. Hosting can be moved. But losing control of your domain can take your website and email offline at the same time.
We think businesses should know who their domain is registered with, whose name it is registered under, when it renews and who has access to its DNS.
When you manage your domain through HSJ Host, you've also got an Australian team available when you need help changing nameservers, updating DNS or working out why something isn't resolving.
Know who controls it
Your business domain shouldn't live in a forgotten former employee's account.
Don't miss renewals
Keep contact and billing details current so an important domain isn't accidentally allowed to expire.
DNS matters
Your domain can control your website, email and other business services. DNS changes shouldn't be made blindly.
Keep things together
Domains, hosting, billing and support can all sit within the same HSJ Host account.
A domain is only the beginning
Already have the name? We can help with everything that comes after it.
Your domain doesn't have to stay where you bought it
A lot of people don't realise this. Registering a domain somewhere originally doesn't mean it has to remain there forever.
Transferring a domain also doesn't inherently mean moving the website or email at the same time. If the nameservers stay put, the site and mail keep working while the registrar changes.
Not sure whether it's safe to transfer? Ask us first. We'd rather check your DNS and hosting setup before you move anything.
What a transfer does not do
- It does not automatically change your website host.
- It does not automatically move email unless DNS changes.
- It does put renewals, DNS and support in one Australian account.
Domains without the admin headache
Registration, renewals, nameservers, DNS, contact details, invoices, hosting and support sit in the same client portal.
One account for domains, hosting, billing, and support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions people actually have before registering or transferring an Australian domain. Tool-specific answers live on Find, Transfer and WHOIS.
What domain name should I choose for an Australian business?
.com.au is the usual choice for a trading Australian business. .au is shorter and increasingly common. Many businesses register both to protect the name. Search availability on Find a Domain.
What is the difference between .com.au and .au?
.com.au is the established Australian business namespace. .au is the shorter direct namespace with an Australian presence requirement. Both are Australian domains. Eligibility details are on this page.
Who can register a .com.au domain?
.com.au is for Australian commercial entities. If you are not sure you meet the rule, ask us before you register rather than guessing at checkout.
How much does a domain name cost in Australia?
Prices are in AUD. Featured extensions on this page show the current registration price. Renewal is confirmed in the cart before you pay, so you see what it costs now and what it costs to keep.
Can I transfer my domain to HSJ Host?
Yes, for eligible domains. Start on Transfer a Domain. You will need the domain unlocked and an auth/EPP code from the current registrar.
Will transferring my domain affect my website or email?
Not if the nameservers stay the same. Transferring the registrar does not automatically move hosting or email. If you are unsure, ask us to check DNS before you start.
How long does a domain transfer take?
Most transfers complete within a few days, depending on the extension and how quickly approval emails are confirmed. The transfer page walks through each step.
Can I keep my domain with HSJ Host and host my website somewhere else?
Yes. Domain registration and web hosting are separate. You can point DNS at another host, or keep hosting with us. The client portal manages both.
Can HSJ Host manage my DNS?
Yes. Nameservers and DNS records are managed in the client portal, with Australian support when a change is not resolving.
What happens if my domain expires?
Website and email on that name can go offline. Keep billing contacts current and renew on time in the portal. If a domain has already expired, contact us quickly so we can talk through options.
What is WHOIS?
WHOIS is the public lookup for domain registration data such as registrar, dates and nameservers. Use our WHOIS Lookup tool. Some details may be redacted for privacy.
Do I need web hosting when I register a domain?
No. You can register a domain on its own. Add Australian hosting when you are ready for a website. Compare hosting types on our Hosting page.
Start With the Right Domain
Whether you're registering your first domain, protecting a business name or bringing an existing domain across, you can manage it with the same Australian team that looks after your hosting.
Already own one and aren't sure what to do with it? Talk to us.