Quick Decision Guide
Choose .com if:
- • You're running a business or commercial venture
- • You want maximum credibility and recognition
- • You plan to generate revenue or profit
- • You're building a personal brand or portfolio
Choose .org if:
- • You're a non-profit or charitable organization
- • You want to emphasize community focus
- • You're building an advocacy or cause website
- • You want to appear non-commercial
Pricing Comparison at namepick.co
Commercial
.com Domain
Business Standard
.com costs £2 less per year than .org
Detailed Purpose Comparison
| Factor | .com | .org |
|---|---|---|
| Business Credibility | Excellent | Good |
| Non-Profit Trust | Neutral | Excellent |
| Commercial Activities | Perfect | Can seem inappropriate |
| Donation Appeals | Less trusted | More trusted |
| Global Recognition | Highest | Very Good |
| Email Professional Look | Excellent | Good |
| Domain Availability | Limited | Better |
| Annual Cost | £9.99 | £11.99 |
Perfect Use Cases for Each Extension
.com is Perfect For:
- Business Websites:
Companies selling products or services
- E-commerce Stores:
Online retail and commercial platforms
- Professional Services:
Consultants, agencies, freelancers
- Personal Brands:
Portfolios, blogs, personal websites
.org is Perfect For:
- Non-Profit Organizations:
Charities, foundations, NGOs
- Community Groups:
Local organizations, clubs, associations
- Advocacy Organizations:
Causes, campaigns, awareness sites
- Educational Initiatives:
Open source projects, educational resources
Public Perception and Trust Factors
Domain extensions carry psychological associations that can impact how visitors perceive your website.
How People View .com:
- • Most trusted for commercial activities
- • Expected for professional businesses
- • Higher perceived legitimacy
- • Better for sales and conversions
- • Default choice in most people's minds
How People View .org:
- • More trustworthy for donations
- • Associated with good causes
- • Perceived as non-commercial
- • Higher credibility for advocacy
- • Can seem less professional for business
Important: These perceptions aren't rules, but they do influence visitor behavior and can impact your website's effectiveness.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't Use .org if:
- • You're primarily selling products/services
- • You want to appear as commercial business
- • You're trying to maximize profit
- • You need highest business credibility
Don't Use .com if:
- • You're a registered charity/non-profit
- • You want to emphasize non-commercial nature
- • You're asking for donations
- • You want to avoid commercial associations