.biz Domain — the direct extension for business
.biz was built for business. It is the most direct alternative to .com when the name you want is already registered: short, recognisable and with over two decades of presence on the internet.
From $7.99/year · Renewal $12.99/year · No hidden fees
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About the .BIZ domain
What is the .BIZ domain?
Uses of .BIZ
Who is the .BIZ domain for?
These are the most common situations where .BIZ is the ideal extension.
SMEs when .com is unavailable
The most common situation: your company's .com is already registered, but the .biz is available. It lets you keep the exact business name with a recognisable, directly commercial extension.
Brand protection
Companies that already have their .com and also register the .biz to prevent a competitor, unauthorised reseller or bad actor from using it with their brand name.
Microsites and parallel projects
Businesses that use .com for their main website and .biz for a specific campaign, product line or differentiated market, maintaining name consistency.
International entrepreneurs
Business projects with no national anchor that prefer a generic, internationally recognised extension over a ccTLD that ties them to a specific country.
Franchises and business networks
Distribution networks, franchisees or industry associations that use .biz as a shared space when the .com for the network name is already taken.
Redirects and traffic management
Registering the .biz of an established domain to redirect to the main website, capturing traffic from users who type .biz by mistake or habit.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .BIZ domain
.BIZ vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BIZ with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .biz This page | Business, .com alternative | None | $7.99/yr (renew $12.99) |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
| .net | Technology & infrastructure | None | $5.99/year |
| .info | Informational portals | None | $9.99/year |
| .co | Startups & global business | None | $25.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .BIZ domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .BIZ domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .BIZ domain
Who can register a .biz domain?
Any individual or company anywhere in the world can register a .biz without restrictions. Although it was originally intended for business use only, in practice no verification mechanism exists. The process is the same as registering a .com.
Why is the .biz renewal price higher than the registration price?
The initial registration price of $7.99 is the real cost for the first year. The renewal at $12.99/year reflects the base price without promotions. This difference is common in the domain registration industry and particularly notable for .biz. It is important to be aware of this upfront when planning long-term costs.
Does .biz rank well on Google?
Yes. Google treats .biz exactly the same as any other gTLD. There is no penalty for using .biz, nor any advantage from using .com. Rankings depend on content quality, technical structure and link profile, not on the extension.
Is it worth registering .biz if I already have .com?
It depends on the value of your brand. If you have a known or growing brand, registering the .biz defensively costs under $8 in the first year and prevents someone from using your name to create confusion, sell counterfeit products or damage your reputation.
Will users confuse my .biz with a .com?
It is a real risk worth considering. Many users will type .com by default if they do not remember the exact extension. If the .com for your name is held by another active business, consider also registering the .com or choosing a different name. If the .com is inactive or for sale, the risk is lower.
Can I transfer my .biz domain to miHosting?
Yes. Transferring a .biz to miHosting has no additional management cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days, after which you manage the domain from your miHosting client panel.
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