Domain Name Search
Find Your Perfect AU Domain - Check Availability & Register
It’s super easy — simply type your desired domain and check its availability instantly. Buy it before someone else will.
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.com.au
Build trust and credibility with a .com.au domain name.
Starting at
$21.95 / year
.au
Establish your business as an AU entity with an .au domain name.
Starting at
$18.65 / year
.club
Build a strong online community with a .club domain name.
Starting at
$35.48 / year
Each and every domain name comes with all you need to get online.
Domain Forwarding and Masking
Direct any domain name you own to your website. Anyone who types that domain name into their browser is taken directly to your website.
Domain Locking
Domain locking prevents accidental or intentional transfers of domain ownership and stops anyone from redirecting your nameservers.
Total DNS Control
Manage your domain nameserver (DNS) records and set your email, FTP, sub-domains and website location all from one control panel.
Change of Registration
Assign your domain name to someone else or change the contacts for your domain online anytime.
Status Alerts
Monitor the status of your domain and get instant alerts if there’s been a change.
Auto Renew Protection
No need to watch expiration dates to make sure you renew on time! Auto renew keeps your domains, hosting, website builders, and other products in your name and under your control.
How to search for domain name and buy it.
- Type your domain name into Host Sonu domain search bar and check out the suggestions.
- Look for domain names that are easy-to-remember. Keep it short and avoid hyphens and numbers.
- Select a domain extension (the part at the end of the domain name, like .com.au, .au, .net, .org, .com, .ai, or other available gTLDs).
- Pick more than one domain extension to protect your brand name.
- Choose a domain (or several), add to your cart, and check out.
- To avoid ever letting your domain expire, set up auto-renew.
Free Domain Privacy protection
Host Sonu domains include free domain privacy protection to keep your personal information private and secure by replacing it with proxy information in the public WHOIS directory.
Plus, Host Sonu Full and Ultimate Domain Protection plans include protection against domain hijackers and prevention of honest mistakes like accidental expirations and transfers. it also guard against unauthorized access.
Frequently asked questions
What is a domain name?
A domain name is your website’s address on the internet (e.g., www.yourbusiness.com.au). It’s what people type into their browsers to find you. Think of your web hosting as the house where your files live, and the domain name as the street address that points people to it.
Can I register a domain without a website?
Yes! This is called Domain Parking. You can secure your name now to prevent anyone else from taking it and build your website later. Host Sonu provides free domain parking and basic DNS management with every registration.
Who can register .au domains?
To register a .au, .com.au, or .net.au domain, you must meet Australian Presence requirements. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Individual Registrants
To register, you must hold a valid, published ABN, ACN, ARBN, or AU Trademark and be one of the following:
If you are a foreign entity using an Australian Trademark to meet the presence requirement:
Individual Registrants
- Name Fields: Use your legal first and last name.
- Company Name: This field is optional.
- Requirements: You must provide your Australian jurisdiction, a government-issued ID number, and any necessary supporting documentation. Note that the individual—not the company—is the official registrant.
- Contact Name: Enter the legal name of the authorized representative.
- Company Name: Enter the entity’s full, official name.
- Entity Details: Include the Australian jurisdiction and your government-provided ID number (if not already part of the official name).
- Domain Name Rules: The domain must be an exact match, abbreviation, acronym, or “closely and substantially connected” to the entity.
To register, you must hold a valid, published ABN, ACN, ARBN, or AU Trademark and be one of the following:
- An Australian registered company.
- An entity trading under a registered business name in any Australian State or Territory.
- An Australian partnership or sole trader.
- A foreign company licensed to trade in Australia.
- An owner or applicant of an Australian Registered Trade Mark.
- An association incorporated in any Australian State or Territory.
If you are a foreign entity using an Australian Trademark to meet the presence requirement:
- Exact Match Only: The domain name must be an exact match of the trademark. This applies to both new registrations and renewals.
- Renewal Constraints: If an existing domain does not match the trademark, you must either register a matching trademark or satisfy the presence requirement another way (e.g., by registering for an ABN).
- Failure to Comply: If you cannot meet these criteria, the domain name cannot be renewed.
Can I register a domain if my ABN is new?
Yes, you can register immediately. However, it takes 24–48 hours for new ABNs to appear in official registry lookups for validation.
Do I own the domain forever?
No, you are registering the domain for a specific period (usually 1 to 5 years). You must renew it before the expiry date to maintain ownership.
Does Host Sonu offer Domain Privacy for .au domains?
Under auDA (Australian Domain Administration) rules, standard WHOIS privacy services (which hide your name and email) are not permitted for .au, .com.au, and .net.au domains. However, the registry itself limits the amount of personal information displayed to the public compared to .com domains.
How long does it take for a new domain to start working?
While registration is nearly instant, it can take up to 24 hours for a domain to propagate.
Domain Disclaimers:
**Third party logo and marks are registered trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
- Special savings apply only to first year of registration. You must purchase entire section to qualify for special savings.
- The final price may differ because of additional sales, fees, and promotions.
- Products will automatically renew until cancelled. You may turn off the auto-renewal feature by visiting your account.
- Change of registration may require a fee for certain domains.
**Third party logo and marks are registered trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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