1st Domains
1st Domains is a web hosting provider based in Auckland, New Zealand. As of 2026 it holds an HRI of 51/100, a developing signal, ranked independently by HostList with no paid placements.
1st Domains provides web hosting, email hosting, and SSL certificates to small businesses and individuals in New Zealand. The company runs its own data center and offers domain registration, with particular attention to.nz domains. Pricing is positioned as affordable, and plans include unlimited SSD storage and nightly backups. The control panel allows for user management, and the company states it maintains high uptime. Rather than offering an extensive array of advanced features, 1st Domains focuses on straightforward hosting for customers who want the basics handled without extra complexity. Its combination of local data center infrastructure and domain services ties it closely to the New Zealand market.
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Where 1st Domains Ranks
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What is 1st Domains's HRI?
1st Domains has a HRI™ of 51/100 on HostList.io. HRI is calculated algorithmically from trust signals, profile completeness, data freshness, and performance data. Providers can improve their score by claiming their profile, keeping data current, and building verified reviews. No provider can pay to increase their score.
What type of hosting company is 1st Domains?
1st Domains is classified as a dedicated web hosting company on HostList.io. Use the HostMatch™ tool at hostlist.io/match to describe your project requirements and get a ranked recommendation from 30,000+ hosting providers including 1st Domains.
Where is 1st Domains based?
1st Domains is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Hosting companies based in New Zealand are listed at hostlist.io/hosting/new-zealand.
How does 1st Domains compare to other web hosting companies?
1st Domains can be compared to any other hosting provider using HostList.io's side-by-side comparison tool at hostlist.io/compare. The tool shows both providers' HRI™ breakdowns, sub-scores (Trust, Completeness, Freshness, Performance), and review data side by side. 1st Domains has a current HRI of 51/100.
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1st Domains is New Zealand's #1 domain name registration web site offering cheap .nz domain names. Managing over 130000 domains, register today!
How 1st Domains's Score Is Calculated
HRI is calculated algorithmically based on publicly available data. It considers trust signals (reviews, ratings), data completeness, freshness of information, and technical performance. No host can pay to improve their score.
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