Overview

AUDA (.au Domain Administration) is the registry and administrator of Australia's .au top-level domain. AUDA handles domain policy, registrar accreditation, dispute resolution (auDRP), and compliance for the .au namespace, serving as the regulatory and operational body of Australia's domain system. Individuals and businesses typically register .au domains through AUDA-accredited registrars.

Key Strengths

  • .au Space Administrator: Runs the .au registry and policy management.
  • Complete Policy Framework: A unified auDA policy governs registration, transfer, and use.
  • Registrar Accreditation: Accredited registrar system ensures quality service.
  • Dispute Resolution: auDRP offers domain arbitration channels.
  • Stable and Reliable: A national-level domain administrator with stable operation.

Product Ecosystem

.au Domain Registry

Manages the .au namespace, including .com.au and .net.au second-level domains.

Registrar Accreditation

Accredits registrars and oversees service standards.

Policy & Compliance

Defines registration, transfer, and usage policies with compliance management.

auDRP Dispute Resolution

Provides domain dispute resolution to protect rights holders.

Limitations

  • Only .au Domains: Manages only the Australian country-code TLD.
  • Not a Retail Registrar: End users must register via accredited registrars.
  • Less Productized: Geared to registrars and policy stakeholders.

Use Cases

  • Australian Local Business (★★★★★): Websites and brands serving Australian users—see the TLD comparison guide.
  • Registrars & Domain Service Providers (★★★★): Apply for accreditation and join the .au registry system.
  • Brand Protection (★★★★): Use auDRP to resolve .au disputes.
  • Export & Globalization (★★★): Non-Australian business generally does not need .au domains.

Pricing

Service Reference Price Notes
.au Domain Registration varies by registrar Through accredited registrars
Registrar Accreditation varies by qualification For registrars
auDRP Dispute per case Domain arbitration

Prices vary by registrar and official schedule; see the domain registrar selection guide.

FAQ

  • What is AUDA? The registry and administrator of Australia's .au TLD, handling policy, accreditation, and disputes—see the TLD comparison guide.
  • How do I register a .au domain? Through an AUDA-accredited registrar—see the domain registrar selection guide.
  • Does AUDA offer retail registration? No; end users register through accredited registrars—see the domain registrar selection guide.
  • How are .au disputes handled? Through the auDRP dispute resolution mechanism—see the TLD comparison guide.