.co.zaSouth African businesses
Popular- Registration
- R99
- Renewal
- R109
- Transfer
- Free
Domain registration
Find a domain namethat fits your business.
Search for an available domain name and find the right address for your website or business.
Popular domain extensions
Choose the domain that fits.
Compare registration, renewal and transfer pricing for some of the domain extensions our customers commonly use.
| Extension | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
.co.zaSouth African businesses | R99per year | R109per year | Freeno transfer fee |
.comBusinesses with a global audience | R279per year | R279per year | R309per year |
.netTechnology and network services | R249per year | R249per year | R249per year |
.orgOrganisations and community projects | R199per year | R199per year | R199per year |
.net.zaSouth African network services | R99per year | R99per year | Freeno transfer fee |
.org.zaSouth African organisations | R99per year | R99per year | Freeno transfer fee |
.web.zaA domain for web-focused projects | R99per year | R99per year | Freeno transfer fee |
.comBusinesses with a global audience
- Registration
- R279
- Renewal
- R279
- Transfer
- R309
.netTechnology and network services
- Registration
- R249
- Renewal
- R249
- Transfer
- R249
.orgOrganisations and community projects
- Registration
- R199
- Renewal
- R199
- Transfer
- R199
.net.zaSouth African network services
- Registration
- R99
- Renewal
- R99
- Transfer
- Free
.org.zaSouth African organisations
- Registration
- R99
- Renewal
- R99
- Transfer
- Free
.web.zaA domain for web-focused projects
- Registration
- R99
- Renewal
- R99
- Transfer
- Free
Domain prices are charged per year. Renewal pricing applies after the initial registration term.
A little guidance
Choose a domain that works for you
Your domain is often one of the first things people see. A few simple choices can make it easier for customers to recognise and remember your business online.
Match your domain to your business
Choose a domain name that makes sense alongside your business name and what customers expect to find.
Keep it simple
A short, easy-to-read domain is generally easier to remember, type and share.
Think local when it matters
A .co.za domain can clearly communicate a South African business identity while your website can still serve customers elsewhere.
Protect your brand
Where appropriate, registering related domain variations can help keep your brand identity consistent across the web.
Included with your domain
Everything you need to manage it
Your domain comes with the tools you need to manage its settings, renewals and connection to your website.
DNS management
Manage the DNS records connected to your domain from your client area.
Nameserver management
Update the nameservers your domain uses when connecting it to a hosting service.
Renewal management
Keep track of your domain renewals and manage them through your client area.
Client-area access
Manage your domains, billing and account details from your PalmHost client area.
Support when you need it
Get help with your domain and hosting services through PalmHost support.
How it works
Register your domain in four steps
Finding and registering a domain is straightforward. Start with a name, choose an available extension and complete your registration.
- 01
Search for your domain
Enter the name you want and check which domain extensions are available.
- 02
Choose your extension
Select the available domain extension that suits your business or project.
- 03
Complete your details
Provide the registration details needed to complete your domain order.
- 04
Manage your domain
Once registered, manage your domain and account from your PalmHost client area.
Build around your domain
Add what your domain needs next
A domain is the starting point. Add the services you need to put it to work for your business.
Domain guidance
Need a little domain guidance?
Our guides explain the basics without unnecessary technical jargon, so you can make informed choices about your domain.
Guide
Domain vs hosting: what is the difference?
Understand how your domain and hosting work together to put your website online.
Read guideGuideHow to register a domain through PalmHost
A practical guide to register a domain through PalmHost.
Read guideGuideHow to transfer a domain to PalmHost
Learn how to transfer your existing domain to PalmHost
Read guideRegistration FAQ
Domain questions, answered
A few common questions about registering, managing and using a domain with PalmHost.
Who owns the domain after I register it?
The domain is registered using the details supplied during registration. Keep your registrant and contact information accurate and up to date, as these details are associated with the domain registration.
How long is a domain registered for?
The registration period depends on the domain extension and the term selected during registration. Your client area will show the relevant registration and renewal information for your domain.
What happens when my domain needs to be renewed?
Domains need to be renewed before their registration period expires if you want to keep them. You can manage your domain renewal through your PalmHost client area.
Do I need hosting to register a domain?
No. A domain and web hosting are separate services. You can register a domain without hosting it with PalmHost, although hosting is needed if you want to use the domain for a website hosted with us.
What happens to my domain if I change hosting providers?
Changing your hosting provider does not automatically change ownership of your domain. You can update the domain’s nameservers or DNS records to point it towards the new hosting service.
How long does DNS take to update?
DNS changes can take some time to appear across different networks and devices. The timing depends on the records involved, their previous TTL values and local DNS caching, so changes are not always visible everywhere immediately.
What if the domain I want is unavailable?
If a domain is already registered, you cannot register that exact domain through the normal registration process. You can try another name or choose a different available extension.
Your domain starts here
Ready to find your domain?
Your domain is the starting point for your online presence. Search for an available name and take the next step towards getting your business online.
