.ws
.ws stands for "WebSite". It is the country code for Samoa but is marketed globally as a short, memorable alternative for any website.

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1995
Year Created
$20-35
Annual Cost
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History of .WS

The ccTLD for Western Samoa. Since 2000, it has been marketed globally as "WebSite", becoming one of the first popular ccTLDs for general use.

Why Choose .WS

Meaning

"WS" is commonly understood as an abbreviation for WebSite.

Brevity

Short and easy to type.

Registration Requirements

Open to everyone globally. No connection to Samoa is required.

Pricing and Renewal

Comparable to .com and .net.

Frequently Asked Questions

Individuals and businesses looking for a short, global alternative to .com.

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