Membership

Join InternetNZ | Ipurangi Aotearoa

What we do

We maintain the registry and DNS infrastructure that ensures .nz websites and email addresses connect reliably 24/7. We don’t sell domain names directly or control website content. Our behind-the-scenes work ensures the correct routing, continuous availability, and resilience of the Internet.

Because this critical infrastructure is vital to everyday life, we also provide research, governance, and public policy expertise. This helps decision-makers understand the Internet's function and the stakes involved. Our policy work is based on evidence, technical insight, and public benefit, supporting a strong, open, and reliable Internet for Aotearoa.

We also set and maintain the rules for the .nz domain. These rules help ensure the .nz domain name space remains trusted, stable, and fairly managed. They cover how domain names can be registered and used, and are developed through consultation with the .nz community to ensure they reflect the needs and expectations of Internet users in Aotearoa New Zealand.

How we reinvest in Aotearoa

As a charitable, not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest revenue from .nz to:

• Maintain, strengthen, and administer critical Internet infrastructure

• Contribute independent, evidence-based input to the government's Internet-related public policy

• Fund initiatives that improve Internet access, capability, and trust across Aotearoa.

Working together

The functioning of the Internet relies on collaboration. We contribute an essential infrastructure role alongside numerous other organisations both within Aotearoa and the broader global Internet community.

Why should you join as a member?

For just $21 per year*, your InternetNZ membership allows you to:

• Support the vital stewardship of .nz, an essential component of New Zealand's Internet infrastructure.
• Receive invitations and updates regarding InternetNZ events and discussions.
• Engage directly in InternetNZ's governance, including the ability to vote in Board elections and on member motions.
• Join a dedicated community focused on shaping the future of the Internet in Aotearoa.

By being a member, you help us keep the Internet in Aotearoa open, resilient, and accessible for everyone, all day, every day.

Join the conversation on NetHub

NetHub is an online chat community where you can hear about some great Internet-related events, discuss Internet issues and discover the work some remarkable New Zealanders are doing to make the Internet better in Aotearoa. It's on a messaging platform called Slack which is made up of channels for different topics for conversations. It's super easy. Anyone can join up — and it's free. If you're a member you can join the members-only channels too. 

If you want to join, email membership@internetnz.net.nz and we'll sort that out for you. 

NetHub community space guidance.