What is a .WS domain?

.WS is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Samoa.

While it is a geographic domain, .WS is open for global registration and is often marketed as meaning “website,” making it a popular alternative to more traditional extensions.

Who can register a .WS domain?

Anyone can register a .WS domain on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no residency or local presence requirements.

Registration restrictions

There are no specific eligibility restrictions set by the registry. However:

• Standard registrations typically require a minimum of 4 characters
  • 1–3 character domains are generally reserved or considered premium

Standard domain rules apply:

• Domain length must be between 4–63 characters (for standard registrations)
• Allowed characters: letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), and hyphens
• Hyphens cannot be used at the beginning or end of the domain name
• Special characters (e.g., &, #) are not allowed

Domain requirements

.WS domains must comply with standard DNS and naming conventions. Proper nameserver configuration is required for the domain to function correctly.

Additional details

• Registration term: 1–10 years
• WHOIS privacy: Available

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