This comes up constantly during domain registration: should you go with the local .co.ke extension, or the globally recognised .com?
The Case for .co.ke
.co.ke signals immediately that you're a Kenyan business, which builds trust with local customers. It's generally cheaper to register, and — because fewer businesses compete for the same name — your ideal domain is more likely to be available.
The Case for .com
.com is the most recognised extension worldwide. If you're selling internationally, targeting a global audience, or building a brand that may expand beyond Kenya, .com carries more built-in credibility outside the local market.
What Most Kenyan Businesses Actually Do
Many businesses register both — using .co.ke as their primary domain for local trust, and .com to protect their brand name from being taken by someone else. This is a smart, low-cost form of brand protection.
Our Recommendation
If your customers are primarily in Kenya, go with .co.ke as your main domain. If you're building an international brand or serving customers abroad, .com makes more sense as the primary, with .co.ke registered alongside it.
Check Availability
Search both extensions at once on our domain search page to see what's available before deciding.