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Quick answer: If your customers are mostly in South Africa, choose .co.za. If you sell internationally, consider .com too. Registering both protects your name.
What .co.za tells people
.co.za is South Africa's commercial domain. It instantly tells visitors, and Google, that you are a South African business, which helps local trust.
When .com makes sense
If most of your customers are outside South Africa, or you plan to expand, a .com feels more international.
Why many businesses register both
Domains are inexpensive compared with the cost of a competitor or squatter taking your name. Register both and point one at the other.
Choosing the name itself
- Short and easy to spell when said out loud
- No hyphens or numbers if you can avoid them
- Close to your business name
Who manages .co.za?
.co.za domains are run by the ZA Central Registry (ZACR) and registered through accredited registrars. Your domain should always be registered in your own name.
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