Register your .NET domain today

The .net domain, one of the original top-level domains created in 1985 for network-related organizations, has evolved over time and is now available to anyone. With Zoho Domains, individuals, startups, non-profits, and established businesses can register a .net domain without restrictions. Simply search for your preferred name, and if it’s available, you can register it instantly. Check our current pricing to see how affordable .net domains can be.

When you register a .net domain with Zoho Domains, you can choose a registration period from one to ten years. Longer registration periods help you lock in current pricing and prevent accidental loss of your domain. You can also set up auto-renewal from your Zoho Domains dashboard to ensure your domain stays active without interruption. Multi-year registrations are often more economical than renewing annually.

When your .net domain expires, you get a 30-day grace period to renew it at the regular price through your Zoho Domains dashboard. If you miss this window, the domain enters a 30-day redemption period, where recovery is still possible but at a higher cost. After that, it moves into a Pending Delete state for about five days, during which it cannot be renewed or recovered. In total, you have roughly 60 days from the expiration date to regain your domain before it’s released for public registration. Enabling auto-renewal is the simplest way to avoid losing your domain.

Yes, you can purchase .net domains that have expired and are available again. Many expired .net domains include valuable names with existing traffic or backlinks. However, you’ll need to wait until the domain completes its grace and redemption periods before it’s released for public registration. You can use the Zoho Domains search tool to check if an expired domain is available. Additionally, Zoho Toolkit's Domain Expiry Checker can help you track upcoming expirations, giving you a better chance to grab a domain when it becomes available. Some high-value domains may also be listed in premium marketplaces.

Neither extension is inherently better. It depends on your specific needs. While .com domains have slightly higher brand recognition, a .net domain offers excellent credibility and is often easier to secure with your preferred name. If your ideal .com is taken, register .net as a strong alternative through Zoho Domains. Many successful tech companies and service providers thrive with .net domain registration. The key is choosing a memorable name that resonates with your audience, regardless of the extension.

Using a .net domain does not affect your search rankings. Search engines treat it the same as .com and other major extensions. What matters most for SEO is creating quality content, having a clear site structure, earning backlinks, and providing a good user experience. Many successful websites use .net domains, so focus on building your presence rather than worrying about the extension.

To transfer your .net domain to Zoho Domains, first unlock it in your current registrar's control panel and obtain a transfer code (also called EPP code or authorization code). You can use our WHOIS Lookup tool to verify your domain’s current status and registrar information. Then visit the Zoho Domains transfer page and enter your domain name along with the transfer code. Make sure your domain isn’t within 60 days of registration or a previous transfer, and that your contact email is current. Zoho Domains offers a streamlined transfer process with step-by-step guidance. The transfer includes a one-year extension of your domain registration.

A .net domain registration transfer to Zoho Domains typically takes 5 to 7 days to complete, though it can finish sooner. During this time, both your current registrar and Zoho Domains must approve the transfer. You’ll receive confirmation emails at each stage of the process. Your website and email services keep working throughout the transfer with no downtime. Delays can happen if the domain is locked or if you don’t respond to confirmation emails promptly.

Absolutely. You can use your .net domain for professional email hosting with Zoho Mail or any other email service. When you purchase .net domain names through Zoho Domains, you can easily set up custom email addresses like yourname@yourbusiness.net. A domain with .net gives your emails a professional appearance and helps build brand consistency with customers. Zoho Domains integrates seamlessly with Zoho Mail and other Zoho applications, making it simple to configure your email and strengthen your brand identity.