South African businesses
Domain registration
Find the right name for your business.
Search, register and manage your domain with clear pricing, reliable DNS control and help when you need it.
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Turn your business name into an address
Simple yearly pricing
Popular domain extensions
Start with a familiar extension that suits your audience and your business.
Brands with a global reach
Technology and online services
Information-led websites
Online shops and product brands
Modern companies and startups
Standard one-year registration pricing. Renewal and premium-domain pricing may differ.
More than a web address
Everything needed to manage your name.
Easy DNS control
Connect websites, email and other services with straightforward DNS management.
Full domain ownership
Your domain remains registered to you and manageable from your client account.
Connected services
Add fast hosting, business email or a professionally designed website when ready.
Domain questions
Helpful answers before you register.
Clear guidance on registration, transfers, renewals and connecting your domain.
Ask a questionWhat is a domain name?
A domain name is your website’s address on the internet, such as yourbusiness.co.za. It gives people a simple, memorable way to find your business online.
How do I register a domain?
Search for the name you want, choose an available extension and complete the registration through the Host Genie client area.
How long does registration last?
Most domains are registered for one year and renewed annually. Some extensions also support multi-year registration.
Can I transfer an existing domain?
Yes. Unlock the domain with your current provider and request its EPP or authorisation code. We can guide you through the transfer.
What happens when a domain expires?
Your website and email may stop working. Renew before the expiry date, or enable automatic renewal in your client account.
How do I connect a domain to my website?
The domain’s DNS or nameserver records are pointed to your hosting service. Host Genie can help configure this for you.
Can I use a domain for email only?
Yes. A domain can be connected to professional email hosting without requiring a website.
What is WHOIS privacy?
WHOIS privacy helps protect eligible registrants by hiding personal contact information from public domain lookup records.