Overview
Getting the domain name you want is easy. We can help you select and register the right domain names with our easy to use registration and account management tools. If the domain name you want is already registered, our Names By Request service will let you know when the domain name becomes available for registration - for free!
Supported Domain Spaces
| .com | .net | .org |
| .com.au | .net.au | .org.au |
| .co.nz | .net.nz | .org.nz |
| .info | .biz | .us |
How will a great domain name help me?
For businesses
If you run a business then a domain name can be added to your brochures, business cards, billboards, and clothing.
This makes promoting your business easy as people will know how they can find you and will remember your name.
Having a good domain name makes you look like an established business and will help you build trust with your customers.
A domain name helps protect your brand, keeping it safe from your competitors.
For individuals
Choosing a great domain name can tell the world who you really are, and what you're really interested in. It can also make it easy for your friends and family to find you by email or your website.
Requirements
Who can register these domain names?
.com- Can be registered by anyone. .com domain names were originally intended for businesses and commercial organizations. .com domain names are very popular for businesses and individuals.
.net- Can be registered by anyone. .net domain names were originally intended for network infrastructure providers and IT businesses. .net domain names can be registered by anyone.
.org- Can be registered by anyone. .org domain names are popular for no profit organizations or political groups.
.info- Can be registered by anyone. .info domain names are intended for information resource websites, but are also popular for personal websites.
.biz- Can be registered for commercial or business purposes.
What do I need to register these domain names?
.com, .net, .org, .info, .biz- There are no specific requirements to register these domain names.
Rules
.com, .net, .org- Only letters, numbers, or hyphens ("-") are allowed.
- The domain name cannot begin or end with a hyphen.
- The domain name must have at least 2 characters and less than 63 characters, not including .com, .net, or .org.
.info- Only letters, numbers, or hyphens ("-") are allowed.
- The domain name cannot begin or end with a hyphen.
- The domain name must have at least 3 characters and less than 63 characters, not including .info.
.biz- Only letters, numbers, or hyphens ("-") are allowed.
- The domain name cannot begin or end with a hyphen.
- The domain name cannot have two hyphens in a row.
- The domain name must have at least 3 characters and less than 63 characters, not including .biz.
For full details of eligibility requirements and other policies, please visit policies.
Support
Our customer support staff are available 24 hours, 7 days a week to assist you with your queries.
Phone Support
Australian Callers: 1300 MELBIT (654 677)
International or Mobile Phone Callers: +61 3 8624 2300
Don't forget to ask about our phone-only special offers!
Email Support
Email support queries are normally answered within 24 hours.
Tools
Private Registration
ICANN regulations require that domain details are publicly available. This can attract unwanted contact from spammers and telemarketers.
Our Private Registration service allows you to hide your details for a small fee. Just select Private Registration when registering or renewing your domain names.
Names By Request
If the domain name you want is registered to someone else, our free Names By Request service can help. If you register your interest in a domain name, we'll let you know if it becomes available. Just search for the domain name you want and if it's taken, submit a request.
Transfer
Take advantage of our great service and special deals by transfering your domain name to Melbourne IT.
Renew Domain Name
Don't let your valuable online asset expire.
How to choose great domain names
A great domain name is easy to remember. Make sure yours is as short as possible and easy to spell.
Most of all a domain name should reflect you. Make sure you:
1. Register your main company or business name in popular domain spaces e.g. abc.com, abc.com.au
2. Register your product and service names e.g. abcchairs.com.au
3. Register generic terms relevant to your business e.g. chairs.com.au, bench.com.au, seats.com.au, furniture.com.au
4. Secure names in global markets e.g. abcchairs.co.nz, bench.eu, seats.cn, furniture.co.uk
If your preferred name is taken then search for an abbreviation, change the order of words around, add hyphens, or add your city, state, or country to come up with something unique.
Using your domain name
Choosing a domain name is only the start. You'll need a website and email. Melbourne IT have a range of web hosting packages for small to large sites .
