Belize's ccTLD — the phonetic stand-in for ".biz"
Register a .bz domain
Register a .bz domain — Belize's ccTLD, and the shortcut when your .com or .biz pick is already gone. Belize administers .bz, but registration is wide open worldwide with no local-presence test. Its real popularity comes from sounding exactly like 'business' out loud — a compact substitute for .biz at one flat Modusdom price.
$36.00/yr
Renews at the same price. No tricks.
Privacy free
Who picks .bz?
- Startups chasing a short, brandable domain hack once the matching .com is unavailable
- Consultancies and service firms wanting the 'business' feel of .biz in a punchier, more available string
- Tour operators and hospitality brands with a genuine Belize or Caribbean footprint
What it signals
Choosing .bz usually says you prioritized a short, business-sounding string over a crowded .com — most buyers pick it for the wordplay, not to claim a Belize connection.
Pros
- Open to registrants anywhere — no local presence required, unlike many ccTLDs (verify current registry policy before publish)
- Sounds like 'business' when spoken, making it a natural swap when the ideal .com or .biz is taken
- Strong fit for domain hacks — short strings ending in .bz can spell whole words
- Modusdom locks your renewal price at signup, so there's no bait-and-switch later
- WHOIS privacy and done-for-you SPF/DKIM/DMARC email setup included at no extra charge
Watch-outs
- Newcomers may pause to confirm it's a legitimate extension, unlike instantly-trusted .com
- No flagship global brand runs on .bz yet, so the extension itself lends little automatic credibility
- If you actually need Belizean buyers specifically, that audience is small
Examples of .bz domains in the wild
Common questions about .bz domains
How much does a .bz domain cost?
A .bz domain is $36.00 per year at Modusdom, and it renews at the same $36.00 every year — no discounted first year that jumps later.
Does a .bz domain renew at the same price?
Yes. Our renewal price equals our first-year price — written into our promises — so your .bz stays $36.00/yr in year 1, year 2, and year 10. Most registrars advertise a cheap first year, then quietly renew higher.
Do I get free WHOIS privacy on a .bz domain?
Yes — free WHOIS privacy is included on every .bz domain, hiding your name, address, email and phone from the public WHOIS record at no extra cost.
Can I transfer an existing .bz domain to Modusdom?
Yes. Transfers are free and add a year to your registration. Unlock the domain at your current registrar, copy the EPP/auth code, and start the transfer — we walk you through it, and your website and email keep working the whole time.
Is a .bz domain right for my business?
Choosing .bz usually says you prioritized a short, business-sounding string over a crowded .com — most buyers pick it for the wordplay, not to claim a Belize connection. It is a strong fit for: Startups chasing a short, brandable domain hack once the matching .com is unavailable; Consultancies and service firms wanting the 'business' feel of .biz in a punchier, more available string; Tour operators and hospitality brands with a genuine Belize or Caribbean footprint.