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Withdraw your application for a contested .au direct domain name What options do you have if you choose not to renew your .au domain application? If you hold an application for a contending domain and do not wish to continue with the renewal process, then you have an option to withdraw. You can either withdraw from the process or just... Read more
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What to do with your contested .au domain application? Harnessing the Power of .au The .au domain has made significant strides in the global digital landscape, emerging as one of the top ten largest domains worldwide. A recent report by the .au Domain Administration (auDA) reveals that Australian businesses recognize the importance of having a .au domain name for... Read more
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How Does Domain Contention Work? It is crucial to apply for your preferred .au domain name as early as possible to prevent getting caught in domain contention with another party also vying for the same name. The registration of .au direct domain names remains subject to priority hold and some continue to be unallocated in... Read more
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Propel Your Business to Success with .AU If you run a website for your online business, you would have heard about the new top-level domain name that was released earlier this year. Instead of having a .com.au or a .net.au, you can instead opt for a domain name with just the .au. This means: yourbusiness.com.au Will look... Read more
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Which domain extensions should I register? With auDA streamlining the set of rules for .au domain extensions in 2021 (effective 12th April 2021), we took the opportunity to explore what domain names are and how holding more than one can benefit your business. When it comes to domain name, it's the extension that distinguishes your domain... Read more
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Protecting your good name online: what you need to know In today’s digital world, there are very few large companies without an online presence, and for any company that relies on consumers, a website is essential for survival. Top priority for most businesses is to get .com.au. But that’s only the first of many steps you need to take to... Read more
Domain name dangers, and how to avoid them Most businesses today are well aware of the need to protect their business assets from online threats, but one vital asset gets very little attention in many businesses: its portfolio of domain names. A business can suffer significant damage if it becomes uncontactable online. In some cases, it could cause... Read more
Steps to setting up your business online With every passing year, our lives become more altered by (and dependant on) the ever-growing technological developments made across the world. Many business owners – whether they be of small operations in the suburbs or growing enterprises in the city – have seen their livelihoods flourish thanks to setting up... Read more
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Should you buy a domain name if it’s not available on social media? Social media has become an integral part of business communications, whether it’s used for marketing, PR, customer service or simply brand protection. If it’s for the latter, most business owners will want to have a domain name that matches their social media handles. A memorable social media handle is crucial... Read more
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What is a WHOIS lookup? Did you know you can look up the details of any given domain name online? This can prove useful for anyone who is looking to negotiate to acquire a pre-registered domain or for those who are interested in contacting the site owner for any reason, legal or otherwise. To find... Read more
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Domains,
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