.com.au Domain Name Registration Specifics
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The .com.au domain is a country-specific Top-Level Domain (TLD) that represents Australia. It is primarily used by commercial entities based in Australia and is managed by the .au Domain Administration (auDA). This TLD is a symbol of trust and credibility among Australian businesses and consumers.
To register a .com.au domain name with SiteGround, certain specific requirements must be met. These are in place to ensure that the .com.au domain remains a reliable identifier of Australian businesses.
Requirements for .com.au Domain Registration
Australian Residency
The registration of .com.au domains is only allowed for Australian clients. This means that you must have a valid Australian residency to register a .com.au domain name.
Valid ABN/ACN Number
You must have a valid Australian Business Number (ABN) or Australian Company Number (ACN) to register a .com.au domain name. The ABN/ACN number you use to register the domain name must be valid and active. If the number you want to register the domain name with is different than the one you registered your account with, you will be given the option to provide a new ABN/ACN.
By adhering to these requirements, you can successfully register a .com.au domain name with SiteGround from your Client Area -> Services -> Domains -> Register Domain. This will provide your business with a credible and trustworthy online presence that is recognizable to Australian consumers.