Choosing a Domain Name (.in vs .com vs .co.in) for Your Indian Business

Your domain name is your digital identity. With this name, people search for you, find you, remember you, recommend you, talk about you, and, most importantly, trust your business online.

When you start and expand your business online, the most common question arises: what should your domain name be - .com, .in, or .co.in?

Let's break down the benefits, reasons, and consequences of choosing between these three options.

1) .com - The Global Name/Identity

It is best for businesses and startups that want international customers and global reach.

Benefit: Most recognized domain in the world, easy to remember, and useful for long-term branding.

Disadvantage: Many good names are already taken, and it may cost more to buy a specific domain.

2) .in - Perfect Indian Identity

Best domain for Indian businesses that primarily target Indian customers. It is most suitable for small businesses like coaching classes, cafes, local salons, handicraft businesses, local shops, etc.

Benefits: Short, clean, and Indian-specific name. It shows you are an Indian business and your products are "Made in India."

Easier to find available names.

Disadvantage: Less globally known domain name.

3) .co.in - Perfect for Indian Commercial Use

Best for big companies, brands, and service providers operating in India.

Benefits: A slightly more formal name than .in, and more trusted by Indian users.

Disadvantage: Longer name than .in and fewer names available than .in.

TechInventify helps small, medium, and large businesses choose the best domain name for their business, register it securely, set up websites and emails, and create a complete online presence at the most affordable cost. So, when will we get the chance to serve you?