What is .ZA.COM?

.ZA.COM is not an official country-code domain but a commercial alternative created by a private registry. It functions similarly to .COM domains that target South African audiences.

Companies choose it for branding flexibility and wider availability.

Who can register a .ZA.COM domain?

Anyone can register a .ZA.COM domain. It does not require South African residency or a local business presence.

It's commonly used by businesses, blogs, and organisations serving audiences in South Africa.

Why businesses choose .ZA.COM

  • Ideal for websites targeting South African customers
  • More availability compared to official .ZA second-level domains
  • No local presence requirements
  • Flexible for brands, eCommerce, and service providers

Why you might not choose .ZA.COM

Before choosing .ZA.COM, consider the following:
  • Not an official ccTLD: It's operated by a private registry, not South Africa's government authority.
  • Lower local recognition: South African users may trust .ZA-based domains more.
  • Brand clarity: Some customers may not instantly associate .ZA.COM with South Africa.
  • Long-term consistency: Businesses may prefer official country-coded extensions.

For these reasons, Website.com focuses on globally recognized extensions like .COM, .NET, and .ORG.

Similar alternatives available at Website.com

  • .COM – globally recognized and trusted
  • .NET – widely used for service providers
  • .ORG – ideal for organisations and communities
  • .INFO – perfect for resource and info-based sites

FAQs

Is .ZA.COM an official South African domain?

No. It is a commercial domain and not the official .ZA country-code extension.

Can I register .ZA.COM through Website.com?

Not at this time. Website.com does not support this extension.

Is .ZA.COM good for South African businesses?

Yes, it can be a flexible alternative when .ZA domains are unavailable.