.ws registration
.ws is the country-code domain associated with Samoa, and registration is open on a first-come, first-served basis. It suits projects that want a short, web-focused address, including personal sites, product pages, online communities, and services built for an international audience. There is no special registry application before registration. A .ws name must contain between 2 and 63 characters. Choose a clear label, check whether it is available, and submit the registration through host.yt. Because names are allocated in order of request, an available name is not reserved until the registration is successfully completed. To transfer an existing .ws domain to host.yt, first remove the transfer lock or other transfer protection at the current registrar. Then request the domain’s authorization code and provide it during the transfer order. The process can take several days. Once completed, one year is added to the domain’s expiry date. A change of holder uses email authentication for both parties. The current holder and the future holder each receive a validation message and must approve the request. If validation is not completed within five days, the request is cancelled. A holder change does not alter the domain’s expiration date.
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Specifications
| Registration | 24.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 24.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 24.99 EUR |
| Restore | 24.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 24.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .ws extension stand for?
ws is the country-code top-level domain for Samoa. The letters reflect the country’s former name, Western Samoa. Although it has a geographic origin, .ws is also used internationally for web projects that value a short, direct domain ending.
Who can register a .ws domain?
ws registration is open without a special eligibility procedure. Individuals, businesses, organizations, and international projects can apply for an available name. Domains are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so successful registration depends primarily on availability.
Does .ws have registration restrictions or require documents?
No special registration procedure or supporting documents are required for a standard .ws registration. The chosen label must contain between 2 and 63 characters and be available when the request is processed. Allocation follows the first-come, first-served principle.
Is .ws a good choice, and what projects suit it?
ws is a practical choice for websites, web applications, online communities, portfolios, and product pages seeking a compact address. Its connection with Samoa also makes it relevant for Samoan organizations or audiences, while its web-oriented appearance can work for international projects.
When does .ws make more sense than .com?
com offers broader immediate recognition and is usually preferable when brand familiarity is the priority. .ws makes more sense when the desired .com name is unavailable, when a shorter label can be secured, or when the project wants a domain ending visually associated with websites or Samoa.
How quickly is a .ws domain registered, and how long does it last?
A .ws registration can proceed once the name is confirmed as available and the order is accepted. The domain remains active for the registration term confirmed with the order and can be renewed before expiry. First-come, first-served allocation means availability can change until registration succeeds.
How do I transfer a .ws domain to host.yt?
Disable the registrar lock or other transfer protection with your current provider, obtain the domain’s authorization code, and submit it to host.yt with the transfer request. Completion may take several days. After the transfer is finalized, one year is added to the existing expiry date.