.WS Domain
The .ws domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Samoa, formerly known as Western Samoa. It is marketed globally as meaning 'website' or 'world site'.
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Country Code Top-Level Domain assigned to Samoa, but marketed and used globally as a generic domain.
Originally assigned to Western Samoa, the country changed its name to Samoa in 1997, but kept the .ws TLD.It's often marketed as 'WebSite' to appeal to a global audience, despite being a country code domain.
Frequently Asked Questions
The .ws domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Samoa, formerly known as Western Samoa. It is marketed globally as meaning 'website' or 'world site'. The .WS TLD is managed by Government of Samoa Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and was introduced in 1995.
The .WS domain is generally available for public registration without specific restrictions. Anyone can register a .WS domain name through accredited registrars.
The average pricing for a .WS domain is $39.99. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .WS domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.website.ws. You can also use the RDAP service at null for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .WS domains include: GoDaddy, Namecheap, Network Solutions, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
As a country code TLD, .WS provides geographic identity and can improve local SEO rankings. It's ideal for businesses and individuals targeting a specific geographic market.