.ws domain — 'website' in two letters
.ws is the official domain of Western Samoa, adopted worldwide as a natural abbreviation for 'website'. Short, versatile and unrestricted for any project.
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About the .WS domain
What is the .WS domain?
Uses of .WS
Who is the .WS domain for?
These are the most common situations where .WS is the ideal extension.
Web projects and digital tools
Any project whose name works with the double reading 'website': company.ws or tool.ws as a memorable alternative URL.
Short URLs and redirect services
URL shorteners and redirect services where domain brevity is key — .ws enables 2-letter + name constructions.
Creative portfolios and personal websites
Creatives and professionals looking for a short, distinctive URL: name.ws or initials.ws as a personal portfolio.
Startups and tech projects
Startups and technology projects wanting a short, modern URL without depending on .com availability.
Apps and SaaS tools
Web applications and SaaS tools where the .ws extension reinforces the 'web service' nature of the product.
Global projects without a specific audience
Projects without a specific geographic niche looking for a short, neutral extension available at a competitive price.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .WS domain
.WS vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .WS with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ws This page | Projects looking for 'website' short form | No geographic restrictions | $11.99/year (renew $12.99) |
| .web | Web in general | None | ~$19.99/year |
| .site | Websites in general | None | $26.99/year |
| .online | Online presence | None | $39.99/year |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .WS 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 .WS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .WS domain
Does Google treat .ws as a Samoa domain or as a global domain?
Google treats .ws ambiguously: it may classify it as a Samoa ccTLD or as a global domain depending on site signals (content language, sitemap, Google Search Console configuration). For most international projects, Google treats it as a generic gTLD.
Does .ws have different registration and renewal pricing?
Yes, .ws has a small difference: $11.99/year for initial registration and $12.99/year for renewals.
What does .ws actually stand for?
.ws stands for 'Western Samoa', but globally it is used as an informal abbreviation for 'website' or 'web service'. This double reading gives it its own identity beyond its geographic origin.
Is .ws available to registrants outside Samoa?
Yes. .ws has no geographic restrictions. Any person or company can register a .ws regardless of their location.
Is .ws or .site better for a personal website?
.ws ($11.99/year) is cheaper and shorter. .site ($26.99/year) is more recognisable and explicit as 'site'. For a memorable, short URL, .ws has the price and brevity advantage.
Can I transfer my .ws 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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