Domain registration, transfers and pricing in Adelaide
Your domain name is your address on the internet, so it's worth getting it right and keeping it with someone you trust. We register and manage domains for Adelaide businesses across all the popular extensions: .com.au, .au, .com, .net.au and more. Straightforward pricing, no hidden renewal markups and a real person to call if you need help.
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The short answer
You can register, transfer and manage .com.au, .au, .com and other domains through WaTo Consulting, an Adelaide provider that has handled domains since 2001. DNS management, auto-renewal and domain privacy are part of it, and renewals are priced without the cheap first year followed by a markup. Multiple domains can sit in one place with one renewal schedule.
What is domain registration?
Domain registration is the process of securing a web address (like yourbusiness.com.au) so nobody else can use it. You register it through an accredited registrar for a set period, usually one or two years, and renew it to keep it. Your domain is the foundation of your online presence. It's what people type to find you, what appears in your email address and what search engines index. Losing it or letting it lapse can be a real headache.
What we offer
Domain registration
Register .com.au, .au, .com, .net.au, .org.au and dozens of other extensions at competitive prices.
Domain transfers
Move your domain to us from any other registrar. We handle the process and there's no downtime for your site or email.
DNS management
Full DNS control through your hosting panel, with A records, CNAME, MX records and everything else configured correctly.
Auto-renewal
Set your domain to renew automatically so you never accidentally lose it because a reminder email went to spam.
Domain privacy
Keep your personal contact details out of public WHOIS records where available on your domain extension.
Bulk management
Got a portfolio of domains? We manage them all in one place with a clear renewal schedule and consolidated billing.
Who it's for
- Adelaide businesses registering a domain for the first time and wanting guidance on the right extension.
- Business owners who want their domain managed by the same team that handles their website and hosting.
- Companies moving away from a registrar with inflated renewal prices or poor support.
- Organisations managing multiple domains that need everything consolidated with one provider.
How it works
- Search for your domain. Tell us what you're after and we'll check availability across the extensions that make sense for your business.
- Register or transfer. We register your new domain or initiate a transfer from your current registrar, with no downtime either way.
- DNS configuration. Your domain pointed to the right servers with all the DNS records (website, email, verification) set up correctly.
- Connect to hosting. If you're hosting with us on Whosts.au, your domain is linked to your hosting account automatically.
- Ongoing management. Auto-renewal set up, DNS changes handled when needed and a clear record of all your domains and their expiry dates.
Why WaTo for domains
- Honest pricing, without cheap first-year deals followed by inflated renewals. The price you see is the price you pay.
- Your domain managed alongside your hosting, website and email, so everything's in one place with one team.
- Adelaide owned since 2001. We've been registering and managing domains for over two decades.
- We'll advise you on the right extension and help protect your brand across .com.au, .au and .com.
- Real support when you need DNS changes, transfers or help understanding what's what.
Search for a domain
Enter the name you want below and we'll check availability across .com.au, .au, .com and the other extensions that make sense for your business.
Transfer an existing domain
Moving your domain to us is straightforward. Enter it below to check eligibility and get a transfer price.
Domain pricing
All prices are in AUD per year, including registration and renewal. No cheap first-year deals — the price you see is the price you pay every year.
| Extension | Register | Transfer | Renew |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com.au | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr |
| .com | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr |
| .net.au | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr |
| .org.au | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr |
| .net | $24.95/yr | $24.95/yr | $24.95/yr |
| .org | $24.95/yr | $24.95/yr | $24.95/yr |
| .id.au | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr | $19.95/yr |
Domain registration questions
How much does a .com.au domain cost?
A .com.au domain typically costs between $15 and $30 per year depending on the registrar. We offer competitive pricing without the bait-and-switch renewal markups that bigger providers are known for.
Can I transfer my domain to you?
Yes. As long as your domain has been active for at least 60 days and isn't currently locked, we can transfer it. The process usually takes a few days and there's no impact on your site or email.
What's the difference between .com.au and .au?
Both are Australian extensions. The .com.au has been around longer and is the most recognised. The shorter .au extension is newer and available to Australian entities. We usually recommend securing both to protect your brand.
What happens if I forget to renew my domain?
You'll have a grace period to renew, but after that your domain can be released and registered by someone else. We set up auto-renewal and send reminders well in advance so this doesn't happen.
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