About .com.sg
A .com.sg domain is a second-level domain under Singapore's country code top-level domain (ccTLD). This domain is ideal for companies targeting the Singaporean market, as it communicates a commitment to local service and adherence to Singaporean business practices. The management of the ..com.sg domain is overseen by the Singapore Network Information Centre (SGNIC). They ensure that all .com.sg domains are registered by bona fide commercial entities operating in Singapore, maintaining a secure and reliable online environment for businesses.
To register .com.sg domains, the applicant must be a registered company in Singapore and is typically required to provide a valid business registration number from the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) of Singapore.
Why is .com.sg domain registration essential for my online success?
A .com.sg domain is essential for your online success in Singapore because it establishes your business as a local entity, which is crucial for building trust and credibility among Singaporean customers. By using a .com.sg domain, you communicate to your audience that your business is officially registered and recognized in Singapore. This local presence is highly valued in the Singapore market, where consumers and businesses often prefer to engage with local rather than foreign entities for reliability and legal assurances. This domain not only enhances the perception of your business's legitimacy but also reassures customers that they can expect local standards of service and consumer protection.
Moreover, a .com.sg domain significantly boosts your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) efforts within Singapore. Search engines often prioritize local businesses in search results when users search for products and services within their country. Therefore, having a .com.sg domain increases your visibility to those searching online in Singapore, driving more targeted traffic to your website. This can lead to higher conversion rates as local customers are more likely to purchase from a domain that aligns with their geographical location, believing it to be more relevant and tailored to their needs.
Using a .com.sg domain also allows you to tailor your marketing strategies to better suit the local audience. This domain lets you align your content, promotions, and overall marketing efforts with the cultural preferences and business practices unique to Singapore. Such localization can enhance customer engagement and loyalty, as your business appears more in tune with local trends and expectations.
Frequently asked questions about .com.sg.
Foreign applicants for domain names under this category must appoint a local agent having a valid Singapore postal address as their administrative contact. Please select Trustee Service at checkout if you do not have the local contact. This option is only available for entities. A copy of a valid company business registration number from any country is required.
The local agent must provide SingPassID you can get here: https://www.singpass.gov.sg/sppubsvc/
IMPORTANT: SGNIC sends an email to the administrative contact and gives a grace period of 21 calendar days from the date of registration to verify their identity and contact information. SGNIC's policy is to suspend the domain name if the administrative contact does not perform the verification within 21 calendar days.
Per the .SG registry: Registrants shall not have any right to sell, trade, assign or otherwise deal with the Domain Name Registration
Technical information for .com.sg.
- TLD .com.sg
- Type ccTLD
- Registration 52.49 USD
- Renewal 62.99 USD
- Transfer 52.49 USD / Transfer in your .com.sg
- Time to Register 1 Day
- Registration Period Available for 1 and 2 year(s)
- Private Registration Not Available
- Trustee/Proxy Service Yes
- Languages Supported Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional,
- Individuals can register No
- Businesses can register Yes
- Registry SGNIC
- Information updated 2024-08-26
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