Top 10 Best Domain Registrars in Kenya

A domain name is a what identifies a website on the Internet. Literally, it’s the name of the website. Domain registrars are companies that allow individuals and businesses to register domain names for their websites and also for customized email addresses. The 10 best domain registrars in Kenya, based on our assessment of those that have left a footprint in the digital space and continue to prioritise digitalization of the Kenyan Internet space.

NB: A domain name registrar is a company that manages the reservation of Internet domain names. It must be accredited by a generic top-level domain (gTLD) registry or a country code top-level domain (ccTLD) like KeNIC.

They manage the registration process, maintain the domain name database, and also provide domain management tools for their clients.

When you want to build a successful online presence, it’s important to choose the best domain registrar because not all companies are the same. In this article, we will explore the top domain registrar companies in Kenya in terms of pricing policies, domain management tools and customer support. You can as well check domain pricing for all domains you might think of.

List of the Best Domain Name Registration Companies in Kenya

A. Sino Soft Limited

Sino Soft Limited is one of the best domain registration service provider in Kenya. It is an accredited registrar by KeNIC meaning its legally authorized to sell country code TLDs in Kenya. It offers a wide variety of domain names such as .africa, .ac.ke, tech, .co.ke, .ke, .info, .com, .biz, .org, .net etc.

Its prices are affordable and any issues arising from registration are sorted out efficiently and fast.

Some of the available domain name extensions from Sino Soft Limited

B. Truehost

Truehost is one of the top domain registration companies in Kenya that offers cheap prices and great discounts on various domain extensions. They allow customers to search and register domain names through their website. It offers a variety of domain extensions, including popular ones like .com, .net, and .org, as well as country-specific ones like .go.ke, .co.rw, .co.tz, .co.ke, .co.ug, or .co.za and many more.

Their domain registration service features include:

• Free Encrypted SSL certificate
• Easy-to-use control area where users can access domain management tools that allows nameservers registration and change, email forwarding, A record, CNAME , EPP code request.
• Free domain transfer for .co.ke domains
• WHOIS Privacy Protection
• Bulk domain search and a domain name generator

Truehost offers cheap domain registration and renewal price. The comprehensive list of the domain prices for all TLD extension is on their website.  

C. WebHost Kenya

Web Host Kenya is another reliable web-hosting provider that offers a wide range of web services, including domain registration. It has a user-friendly interface, cheap prices, and professional customer support, making it a desired choice for individuals and small businesses in Kenya.

All domain name prices come with a free SSL certificate to ensure security of communication between a browser and the website user.

D. Kenya Web Experts

Kenya Web Experts is another top domain registrar in Kenya, providing a wide range of web solutions such as domain registration, SSL certificates, and email services. Their online platform facilitates registration of a variety of domain extensions such as .com, .co.ke, .africa, .org, etc. Kenya Web Experts is renowned for their service reliability, prompt customers support through ticket, email, telephone etc and great discounts.

It has registered names for government parastatals, prominent individuals, political parties, banks, food chains, supermarkets, hotels, manufacturers and more.

E. SasaHost

SasaHost is a well-known domain registration service company in Nairobi, Kenya. It was recently acquired by HOSTAFRICA which aims at expanding its African market space. It has a user-friendly dashboard, 24/7 customer support, and offers a variety of domain extensions such as .com, .net, .ke, .co.ke, .org, etc. SasaHost has affordable prices for individuals and businesses who need reliable registration.

F. HostPinnacle

HostPinnacle is one of the top web hosting companies in Kenya that provides web-related services such as domain registration. To improve on retaining customers, it includes free domain privacy protection, multiple-year registration, unlimited subdomains, free 24*7/365 support.

Other companies that do domain name registration in Kenya include:

1. DeepAfrica: As most of other registrars, on top of providing domain name registrations, it also offers other Internet services to compliment the domain name sector. This includes web hosting, professional emails and website design.
2. Safaricom: From being a leading telecommunications service provider, Safaricom also provides domain name registration. It’s pool of available TLDs are limited but does support ccTLDs as provided by KeNIC.
3. Shujaa Host: One of the top web hosting companies in Kenya. Characterized by provision of hosting, Mpesa integration amongst its services. With every domain registration, one gets DNS management, data encryption and protection, a firewall, technical support and free website migration.
4. Hostnali: This is a web hosting company that doubles up as a domain registrar and website developing company. It provides all services its related companies above provide for their clients. The domain registration addresses pool for TLDs and ccTLDs is as most top registrars.

Consider When Choosing a Domain Registrars in Kenya

• DNS management – Domain registrars should be able to offer DNS management of domain names although this feature is packaged as a premium add-on by some registrars
• Domain Privacy – Choose domain registrars who offer free Whois domain privacy. This feature helps to hide your personal information in the public Whois database that can be accessed by anyone. Some registrars charge this from Kshs. 400 to above Kshs. 1,000.
• Ease of domain transfer – Choose a domain registrar that has fair domain transfer policies. Some domain registrars offer free domain transfer on selected TLD extensions.
• Domain expiration policies – You should check on the company policies regarding domain expiration. Some domain registrars offers a considerate grace period after domain names expire while others have punitive charges in redeeming the domain after expiry.
• Any add-on services – Domain registrars who offer add-on services such as SSL certificates, hosting, website builders, online marketing tools are recommended as they offer more value than stand-alone domain registration companies.

For any domain queries or registration, feel free to contact us and we will help you.

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