Why buy a .nz domain.

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When searching online, Kiwi internet users expect to see website addresses with .NZ domain names. Whether you are a local Kiwi, a small business owner, a sales assistant, a technical representative, or just someone who appreciates Lord of the Rings and stunning lakes, a .NZ domain name is for you! With a .NZ domain name you will rank higher in local search results and in the hearts of the locals.

Show your connection to the Kiwi culture and commitment to providing the best internet experience in New Zealand with .NZ domain. A .NZ domain name is short, professional and memorable helping your website stand out in a sea of content online. New Zealand is surrounded by coast, mostly populated by animals (95% to be exact) and one third National Park protected. Kiwis are known for being progressive, and the country as being one of the best travel destinations in the world.

Protecting your brand is as important as growing it. Registering your brand name in New Zealand is one of the best preventative measures you can take to secure your trademark and combat copyright infringement. Your domain name is your brand and your brand is you! Register your perfect .NZ domain name before someone else does.

DNSSEC is available for .nz domain

Frequently asked questions about .nz.

How do I buy a .nz domain?
To purchase your domain name, you must first search for the availability of the unique phrase (without spaces or with hyphens). If the domain name is available, you may then add it to the cart to register for up to 10 year(s). If the .nz country code domain is not available, then either modify your phrase, or inquire about purchasing the name outright through 101domain's Domain Concierge Service.
Other information I need to know about .nz?

The Domain Name Commission is a subsidiary of InternetNZ, appointed by InternetNZ to develop and monitor a competitive registrar market, as well as create a fair environment for the registration and management of .nz domain names.

The Domain Name Commission authorizes and de-authorizes domain name providers. This is to ensure the best service possible for .nz domain name holders.

They field inquiries, questions and complaints about registrars and their compliance with .nz policies and validate the registration information supplied for .nz domain names.

The Domain Name Commission also administers a free to file Dispute Resolution Service for disputes over who should be the registrant of a .nz domain name.

More information about the Domain Name Commission can be found on the Registry's website at www.dnc.org.nz/about/about-the-commission/what-we-do.

Technical information for .nz.

  • TLD .nz
  • Type ccTLD
  • Registration 29.49 USD
  • Renewal 36.99 USD
  • Transfer 29.49 USD / Transfer in your .nz
  • Time to Register Instant
  • Registration Period 1 - 10 years
  • Private Registration Not Available
  • DNSSEC Supported / Learn how to add DNSSEC
  • Trustee/Proxy Service No
  • Individuals can register Yes
  • Businesses can register Yes
  • Registry Internet NZ
  • Information updated 2024-03-05

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