Steps For Australian Domain Name Registration

2007-03-08 10:33:40

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A domain name is a unique set of words formulated to create a corporate or personal identity, so that you can be found on the Internet. Australian domain names can be held by a person or an organization for a certain period of time, and are subject to certain rules and regulations. Country top-level domain names ending with “.au” can be used for a fixed period of two years, while a top-level domain names ending in the words “.com” can be used for a minimum of one year, up to a maximum of ten years.

Australian domain name registration is required before a business or person can be allowed to create a corresponding website.

Before you can start the process for Australian domain name registration, you will need to create a domain name. The Internet public normally searches by product/services instead of company name, so you should create or select Australian domain names that reflect the products or services that it offers. In creating a domain name, you will only be permitted to use characters, hyphens and digits; the use of spaces is not permitted. There is a rule on the minimum and maximum number of characters that you can use, and you should check this with your domain registrar. Australia domain names are not case sensitive, and the words, “www” do not count as part of your domain name. There is no limit as to how many domain names a company or person can own or buy. Finally, ensure that domain name that the name you have chosen is not a trademark name. You can potentially lose your license to operate an Australian domain if this occurs.

After you create your domain name, you will need to ask a domain registrar to check whether the name you wish to use is available. If it is unavailable, you will need to create another domain name. It is therefore suggested that you come up with a number of domain names as alternatives.

If you find that the domain name is available, you will then need to check wither the name complies with the eligibility and allocation policy rules set by the central domain administrator in Australia who manages, sets the laws, registers new domain registrars and provides the licenses to registrars to sell Australian domain names. In order to be eligible for Australian domain name registration, you business must be registered in Australia, or have a business with an existing registered number, also known as ABN, BN or BRN.

If your domain is found to be eligible and available, you can then proceed with your Australian domain name registration from the domain registrars itself where you did your domain name search. By following the online instructions, and providing certain contact information, Australian domain registration can be completed in a matter of minutes, and your registration approval sent to you by email.


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