.biz
The domain for businesses and commercial customers. Signals business orientation and professionalism.
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You get the AuthCode from your current registrar — depending on the extension it is also called AuthInfo, EPP code or authorization code.
The business domain
.biz was introduced in 2001 as an alternative to .com for business purposes. The name stands for "business" and clearly signals the commercial orientation of a website.
Although .biz was originally intended for businesses, anyone can register a .biz domain today. The extension is particularly suitable for companies that can no longer find a suitable domain under .com.
For small and medium-sized businesses, freelancers, and self-employed professionals, .biz offers a professional alternative to overcrowded extensions. The domain communicates business acumen and credibility.
At a Glance
- Registry
- GoDaddy Registry
- Introduced
- 2001
- Registered domains
- ~1.5 million
- Minimum length
- 1 character
- IDN (special chars)
- Yes
- Restrictions
- None
Who is .biz intended for?
Companies, SMEs, freelancers, self-employed professionals, startups, e-commerce shops. Anyone who wants to build a business online presence will find that .biz immediately communicates their business focus.
Introduced as a business alternative to .com during the first TLD expansion.
Generic domains from the 2001 expansion.
- Clear business focus
- More names available
- Affordable price
- Established since 2001
- More neutral
- Almost everything taken
- Better known
- First choice for many
No restrictions
Anyone can register a .biz domain. No business registration is required.
Typical use case
A craft business is looking for a suitable domain. The desired address under .com is long taken. Under master-smith.biz they find a professional alternative that immediately signals business focus.
Has operated .biz since the acquisition of Neustar in 2020.
Professional impression
.biz conveys business acumen and professionalism – ideal for B2B and B2C.
- Global anycast DNS
- SSL certificate included
- No setup fee
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about .biz registration
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A .biz domain costs €20.87 per year. The price applies to both new registrations and transfers. There is no additional setup fee.
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No. Although .biz stands for business, anyone can register a .biz domain today. No proof of business is required.
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.biz is suitable for anyone who wants to build a business online presence: companies, freelancers, self-employed professionals, startups, or e-commerce shops.
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Registration happens in real time. Once the domain is confirmed, you can create DNS records and use the domain immediately.
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Yes, .biz is an established generic TLD since 2001. It is used by many businesses worldwide and signals business orientation.
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Request an auth code from your current provider and enter it during ordering. The transfer takes a few days and costs the regular annual price of €20.87.
More domain extensions
Complementary or alternative to .biz