Why Choose a .co.ke Domain for Your Kenyan Business?
A .co.ke domain immediately tells your visitors — and Google — that your website is based in Kenya. Whether you run a boutique in Westlands, a consultancy in Upperhill, or an online store serving customers across East Africa, a .co.ke domain builds instant local credibility.
Unlike a generic .com domain, .co.ke domains rank better in Kenyan Google searches because Google treats them as locally relevant. They also tend to be shorter, easier to remember, and still affordable at around KSh 800–1,200 per year.
Requirements for Registering a .co.ke Domain
The good news: registering a .co.ke domain is straightforward. You need:
- A valid email address
- Your full name or business name
- A Kenyan phone number (for M-Pesa payment)
- A valid payment method (M-Pesa is the easiest)
Unlike some country-code domains, .co.ke does not require proof of Kenyan citizenship or a local business registration. Anyone can register a .co.ke domain.
Step-by-Step: How to Register Your .co.ke Domain
Step 1: Check Domain Availability
Go to Hostiko Domain Search and type the name you want. For example: yourbusiness.co.ke. You'll instantly see if it's available.
Pro tip: If your first choice is taken, try variations — add your city (e.g., nairobiplumber.co.ke), your full name, or a short keyword describing your service.
Step 2: Add to Cart and Create Your Account
Once you find an available domain, click "Register" and create a free Hostiko account. You'll need your name, email address, and Kenyan phone number.
Step 3: Pay via M-Pesa
Hostiko accepts M-Pesa payments directly. After checkout:
- Go to M-Pesa on your phone
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa → Buy Goods
- Enter Till No. 9837107
- Enter the amount shown on your invoice
- Your domain is activated automatically
Step 4: Point Your Domain to Your Website
Once registered, you'll need to update your domain's nameservers to point to your hosting provider. If you're hosting with Hostiko, our nameservers are automatically configured for you.
How Much Does a .co.ke Domain Cost?
At Hostiko, .co.ke domains start from KSh 800 per year. Renewals are at the same price — no surprise price increases. We also offer free domain registration when you purchase an annual hosting plan.
Other Popular Kenyan Domain Extensions
- .co.ke — For businesses and commercial use (most popular)
- .or.ke — For NGOs and non-profit organisations
- .ac.ke — For educational institutions
- .go.ke — Reserved for Kenya government
- .ke — Short, premium Kenyan domain
Ready to Register Your .co.ke Domain?
Head over to Hostiko Domain Search, check availability, and get your Kenyan domain registered in under 5 minutes. Pay via M-Pesa, instant activation.