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Wait, we don't own that domain name? Help!

April 29

Here at the Domain Name Commission, we often see organisations with multiple domain names that have different registration details.

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New website launch

March 22

We are extremely excited to launch our new website showcasing the Domain Name Commission and . nz brand and our new illustrative style.

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.nz policy review - consultation

February 19

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12 days of Christmas: shop safe, New Zealand!

December 01

Are you in the midst of holiday shopping, looking for the best deals, trying to buy perfect gifts for your whānau?

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4 steps to protect your privacy in .nz domain name space

November 02

When you register a . nz domain name, you must provide all of your contact details. It includes your name, address, telephone number and email address.

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Have a .nz domain question? Ask Dot!

October 01

Meet Any, our first online employee! Since March 2020, Any handles general queries outside of the usual 9-5 working day life

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.iwi.nz and .maori.nz domain name space

September 16

Here in Aotearoa we have two official languages: te Reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. This week, we’re focussing on te Reo Māori.

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How to keep your .nz domain name safe

August 27

With the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, we are seeing a spike in .nz domain name registrations as more businesses make a move online. So it is impor

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Domain names in the name of democracy

July 28

The countdown to 19 September and election day is on. A digital battleground looms for all the parties as they jostle to capture the nation’s post COV

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.nz policy review consultation open

July 20

The .nz Advisory Panel has now reviewed the existing .nz policies, identified the issues and is now proposing options to make as recommendations.

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