Secure Your .ac.nz Domain Today!

Welcome to the knowledge base for the .ac.nz domain extension, where you’ll find all the necessary information about registering and managing your .ac.nz domains. With its strong association with New Zealand academic institutions, a .ac.nz domain can provide a reputable platform for educational websites.

Key Features

  • Real-Time Registration: Register your domain instantly and start using it immediately.
  • Trustee Service Available: Simplify your domain registration process and comply with local presence requirements effortlessly.
  • WHOIS Privacy Protection: Safeguard your personal information with our enhanced privacy features.
  • DNS Security (DNSSEC): Enhanced security features for your peace of mind.
  • Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs): Support for non-Latin characters in domain names.
  • IPv6 Support: Future-proof your domain with IPv6 compatibility.

Pricing

Fee Type Price (EUR)
Setup Fee €0
Annual Registration Fee €30,69 / year
First Year Registration Fee (Setup + Annual) €30,69
Domain Transfer Fee €0
Domain Restoration Fee €27,54

Note: Prices are subject to change. Please recheck this website for the most current pricing.

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Registration Restrictions

Domain Transfer Details

Transfer Procedure

  • The transfer of a .ac.nz domain requires an authorization code, which must be obtained from the current registrar and is valid for 30 days.

Transfer Notes

  • The authorization code for a .ac.nz domain changes automatically upon certain domain operations, such as updates or transfers.
  • If the domain’s authorization code is expired, a new one can be generated via a ModifyDomain command at the registry.

Authorization Codes

  • Authorization codes for .ac.nz domains are always 16 characters in length.

WHOIS and Domain Management

  • WHOIS Server: Visit WHOIS Server
  • Real-Time WHOIS Update: Keep your domain information up-to-date.
  • Domain Autorenewal: Enabled to ensure your domain does not expire unintentionally.
  • Privacy Protection: Available to keep your personal information secure.

Additional Information

  • Deletion Timeframe: 42 days after expiration date

  • Redemption Period: 90 days


For more information and to register your .ac.nz domain, visit our website at https://internetac.nz.ac.nz/get-in-touch/.