Type
Country Code TLD
Introduced
1995
Registry Operator
Government of Samoa Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Registration
Open registration, available to anyone worldwide
About .ws
The .ws TLD is the country-code top-level domain for Samoa, derived from its former name Western Samoa. It has been marketed globally as standing for "website," giving it broad commercial appeal beyond the country itself. The registry is operated by the Government of Samoa through SamoaNIC, with worldwide registration available.
.ws pricing
| Action | Price | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Register | $46.49 | 1 year |
| Renew | $46.49 | per year |
| Transfer in | $46.49 | adds 1 year |
Prices in USD and include free WHOIS privacy and DNS management. Final price is confirmed at checkout.
Register a .ws domain
Get your .ws domain for $46.49/yr, with free WHOIS privacy included.
Check .ws availabilityFrequently asked questions
- How much does a .ws domain cost?
- A .ws domain costs $46.49 per year to register at MyDomains.tech, and renews at $46.49 per year. Transferring an existing .ws domain to us costs $46.49 and adds a year to your registration.
- Who can register a .ws domain?
- .ws is open for registration to anyone worldwide. There are no residency, business, or eligibility requirements.
- Who operates the .ws registry?
- .ws is operated by Government of Samoa Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and was introduced in 1995. MyDomains.tech is a domain reseller: we register through ICANN-accredited registrars, so your domain is recorded with the official registry. The sponsoring registrar varies by extension and is shown with your domain in your client area.
- Does a .ws domain include WHOIS privacy?
- Yes. Every .ws domain registered with MyDomains.tech includes free WHOIS privacy where the registry permits it, replacing your personal contact details in the public WHOIS record.