.au domain — direct Australian digital identity
.au is the direct domain of Australia — shorter than .com.au, same price and the same trust for Australian consumers. Requires Australian nexus.
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About the .AU domain
What is the .AU domain?
Uses of .AU
Who is the .AU domain for?
These are the most common situations where .AU is the ideal extension.
Companies registered in Australia
Businesses with legal presence in Australia that want a URL with local identity and immediate recognition for Australian consumers.
E-commerce for the Australian market
Online stores operating in Australia where .au improves local buyer trust and the geographical signal in searches from Australia.
Universities and education in Australia
Australian academic institutions, research centres and educational projects based in Australia.
Australian media and publications
Publications, digital media and Australian content channels where .au communicates the origin and geographical focus.
NGOs and organisations with Australian nexus
Non-profit organisations, associations and entities with legal presence in Australia that want local digital identity.
Australian professionals and freelancers
Independent professionals with Australian nexus who want a local URL for their services.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .AU domain
.AU vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .AU with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .au This page | Companies and individuals with Australian nexus | Australian nexus required | $9.99/year |
| .com.au | Australian companies (traditional format) | Australian nexus required | ~$14.99/year |
| .com | Global market | None | $14.99/year |
| .ca | Canadian market | Canadian presence required | $15.99/year |
| .in | Indian market (open) | None | $10.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .AU domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .AU domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .AU domain
What is the difference between .au and .com.au?
The direct .au (introduced in 2022) is shorter and more modern: company.au vs company.com.au. Both require Australian nexus and have the same recognition for consumers. .com.au remains the most historically used format, but direct .au is gaining adoption as a more concise alternative.
Who meets the Australian nexus requirement?
The 'Australian nexus' requirement includes: Australian citizens and permanent residents, companies registered in Australia (with ABN), organisations with legal presence in Australia and holders of trademarks registered in Australia. auDA verifies compliance.
Does .au improve SEO in Australia?
Yes. Google uses the ccTLD as a geographical signal: a .au signals that the site is relevant for searches from Australia. Combined with content optimised for the Australian market, it can significantly improve positioning in geolocated searches in Australia.
Does .au have fixed registration and renewal pricing?
Yes. .au maintains the same price of $9.99/year for both initial registration and renewals.
Do Australian consumers prefer .au or .com?
auDA studies show that Australian consumers trust sites with Australian extensions (.au or .com.au) more than .com, because the local extension signals Australian presence, applicable local legislation and service adapted to the market.
Can I transfer my .au domain to miHosting?
Yes. The transfer has no additional cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.
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