Why .nz

Domain names are the building blocks for creating websites and email addresses. Having ".nz" shows your clear ties to Aotearoa New Zealand.

1

.nz domain names are available and accessible
  • Whoever applies first for a .nz domain name, gets the name.
  • Anyone over 18 can register a .nz domain name.
  • You don’t have to be in New Zealand to register a .nz domain name.
  • The annual wholesale fee for a .nz domain name is $18 NZD.
  • You can register a .nz domain name for up to 10 years.

2

Registrars can access strong market potential
  • Of 192,378 businesses in Auckland, 104,442 don't have domain names.
  • Of 176,991 businesses in the rest of the North Island, 96,008 don't have domain names.
  • Of 138,039 businesses in the South Island, 122,855 don't have domain names.
  • These figures show a strong market for registrars managing .nz domain names.

3

Website owners are actively managing domain names
  • 71% of New Zealanders choose .nz domain names when they create a web site.
  • The renewal rate for .nz domain names is above 80%.
  • The average term for created .nz domain names is 15 months.
  • The average term for renewals of .nz domain names is over 9 months.

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