Domain Names

Which Domain Name?
Your Domain Name is unique, it’s how people find you online, so it’s important that you get it right.   

If you’re in business you should secure the .co.nz domain space and it’s becoming more common for businesses to secure the .net.nz version as well to make sure that it’s not available to their competitors.  There are a range of .nz domain spaces available, the table below outlines what they’re commonly used for.

Domain Space Description
.co.nz Generally used by businesses
.net.nz Generally used by businesses related to the internet
.org.nz Usually used by not for profit organisations
.school.nz Primary, secondary and pre-schools
.ac.nz Tertiary educational institutions
.geek.nz Personal use including blogs
.gen.nz Individuals and other organisations not covered elsewhere

There are also moderated domain spaces such as .govt.nz, .iwi.nz, .mil.nz and .cri.nz which you need to be eligible to use.

Country Specific Domain Names
You can also register a company specific Domain Name, there’s heaps out there so if you’re interested in registering one Contact us to get more information.

Domain Space Description
.com Generally used by businesses
.net General use
.co General use
.org Usually used by not for profit organisations
.biz Specially for businesses
.tv Digital media and online video
.info Information websites
.mobi Mobile device optimised websites

Is my Domain Name available?
Contact us with your preferred Domain Name and we'll let you know whether it's available.

How much does a domain name cost?
.nz domains - $32 per year
.com, .net, .org, .biz domains - $32 per year
.com.au, .net.au domains - $32 per year (minimum 2 years)
.CO domains - $49 per year
Many more available.  Please enquire for more.

Transferring your Domain Name to OmniNet
Contact us with the the Domain Name that you wish to transfer and its UDAI.
The UDAI is a security code for your domain name. You can get this from your current Registrar.