Australia's most trusted domain extension

Once you’ve registered your .com.au domain, you can manage everything through the My Webcentral portal. Set up auto-renewals, update nameservers, apply registrar lock, manage DNS settings, and handle renewals—all from one simple dashboard.

Yes. A domain is your website’s address—like yourbusiness.com.au. Hosting is the service that stores your website files and puts them online. You need both to launch a website, and Webcentral offers both in one place to keep things simple.

Absolutely. To transfer a .com.au domain, make sure it’s unlocked, your contact info is up to date, and you have the domain’s EPP (authorization) code. When you’re ready, start your transfer here. We’ll guide you through it.

DNS changes usually take 24 to 48 hours to fully update worldwide. While it’s propagating, your site might not be visible everywhere. Want to check it early? Use a hosts file or preview with a temporary shared URL.

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Domain extensions—also called TLDs—were created to sort websites by category or location. Generic options like .com and .org were launched in the 1980s, followed by country-specific codes like .au. The .com.au domain is reserved for businesses with an Australian presence, making it one of the most trusted domain types available.

A domain transfer moves your domain from one registrar to another—like from your current provider to Webcentral. All your billing and domain management info comes with it, making it easier to manage your online setup in one place.

When you keep your domain and hosting under one roof, you simplify everything—fewer logins, faster support, and less chance of things falling through the cracks. Plus, our support team can help right away since they can see all your domain and hosting info in one place.

It’s simple:

1. Log in to My Webcentral
2. Go to Domains > Transfer Domains To Us
3. Enter your domain and EPP code
4. Choose your settings (WHOIS privacy, nameservers, etc.)
5. Complete checkout

We’ll handle the rest and confirm when your domain is successfully transferred.

Yes. Here are a few tips to keep it smooth:

1. Confirm you own the domain
2. Unlock it with your current provider
3. Make sure your contact info is current
4. Get your EPP code ready
5. That’s it. We’ll take care of the transfer and keep you updated.

Before domain names existed, websites were accessed using IP addresses, just strings of numbers. TLDs were introduced to make browsing easier and to help categorize websites. The .com.au domain shows you’re a registered business in Australia and gives local users confidence in your site.

Here are some quick tips:

1. Use our domain search to see what’s available
2. Keep it simple and clear
3. Avoid hyphens or tricky spellings
4. Use relevant keywords
5. Include your location if you’re targeting a local audience

1. Targeting Australian customers? Go with .com.au to show you're local and credible
2. Already have a .com? Secure the .com.au to protect your brand in Australia
3. Running a charity or association? Consider .org.au
4. Looking for something unique? Use a relevant keyword or geographic term in your name to stand out