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Boost your reach in
Switzerland with .ch from Bluehost

Showcase your Swiss presence using a .ch domain with free SSL, 99.9% uptime and 24/7 support.

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Why choose a .ch domain?

Choose .ch to shape your digital identity with precision, creativity and purpose.


One of Europe’s largest domains

With over 2.5 million domains registered (as of July 2025), .ch ranks among Europe’s top domains.


Available one-word .ch domains

7,477 one-word .ch domains are available (as of July 2025), offering a chance to secure premium names.


Preferred choice by Swiss businesses

More than 60 percent of .ch domains belong to companies or organizations, raising professional credibility online.


Reach all of Switzerland online

Switzerland has achieved 99% internet penetration (8.74 million users), offering massive digital reach for .ch domains.


DNSSEC secured

.ch has been live since May 1987 and supports DNSSEC for enhanced domain security.


Open to global registrants

.ch domain is open to global registrants seeking a credible digital presence in the Swiss market.


What makes .ch domains a smart choice?

A .ch signals trust, quality and Swiss presence. It’s the perfect domain for businesses, creators and professionals who want
to connect authentically with local Swiss audiences.

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History and origin of .ch

Introduced in 1987, .ch is Switzerland’s official country-code domain, derived from its Latin name “Confoederatio Helvetica.”

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Common .ch use cases

.ch domains are ideal for Swiss businesses, government organizations, financial institutions and professionals. They’re also used by global brands targeting the Swiss market and those seeking a trusted local presence.

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SEO implications of .ch

The .ch domain signals strong geographic relevance, which may enhance visibility for location-based searches. It may also boost trust signals in search, reduce bounce risk and support multilingual SEO strategies.

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How .ch enables success

Thousands of Swiss businesses use .ch domains to build trust and credibility. Even global brands like nestle.ch rely on it to establish a secure, locally respected digital identity in Switzerland.

Why choose Bluehost?

Bluehost has everything you need to start, build and grow your successful online presence. Get super-fast hosting, online store capabilities, WordPress expertise and more.

Domain registration: Secure your perfect new domain name from over 500 TLDs, including .com, .net and more, with instant setup and easy bulk domain management.

 

Free first-year registration: Enjoy a complimentary domain for your first year on eligible TLDs, saving you setup costs right from the start.

 

WHOIS privacy protection: Keep your personal information safe with free domain privacy protection, masking your contact details from public lookup databases.

 

Simple DNS managementTake full control of your DNS settings. Create A, CNAME, MX and TXT records in seconds via our intuitive control panel.

Shared hosting: Get everything you need to start your site with AI site creation tools, weekly website backups, free SSL and perfect uptime.

 

WordPress hosting: Officially recommended by WordPress.org, our fully managed platform delivers enterprise-grade CPU power and auto-scaling infrastructure for traffic surges, plus one-click staging and a developer-friendly WP toolkit. All trusted by over 5 million users.

 

WooCommerce hosting: Our fully managed WooCommerce platform lets you design custom account pages, offer Wishlist, manage bookings & appointments and issue gift cards. All with PCI-compliant checkout and optimized performance for high-volume stores

 

VPS hosting: Get dedicated CPU and RAM for reliable speed, ultra-fast NVMe SSD storage, support for unlimited domains and sites in an isolated environment and an SLA-backed better uptime with proactive monitoring.

Dedicated servers: Gain exclusive access to powerful multi-core CPUs, abundant RAM and NVMe SSD arrays with customizable RAID. Enjoy full root control, hardware firewalls and an SLA-backed better uptime for mission-critical workloads.

 

Cloud hosting: Harness our global cloud network for blazing-fast speeds, managed WordPress by core developers for seamless plugin compatibility, 100% network uptime, enterprise-grade security and auto-scaling for high-traffic site

 

AI tools and easy setupLaunch in minutes with our AI-powered WordPress builder, drag-and-drop smart templates and pre-built content blocks for a turnkey site.

 

Professional services: Get custom website design, expert SEO & PPC campaigns and on-demand WordPress support for one-off or ongoing projects

 

Professional email built for businessUse a branded address ([you]@[yourdomain].[ch]) with standalone email or integrated Google Workspace and full productivity tools.

 

Cloudflare CDN: Serve your content from over 200 global data centers to slash latency and speed up page loads, while benefiting from automatic HTTP/2 optimization and built-in DDoS protection to keep your site fast and secure under traffic spikes.

 

Server-level caching: Store fully rendered pages and commonly used assets directly on the server for near-instant load times on repeat visits, with smart cache invalidation that ensures updates go live immediately without manual intervention./p>

 

NVMe SSD storage: Run your databases, media and applications on enterprise-grade NVMe drives, up to 10X faster than traditional SSDs, powered by AMD EPYC CPUs and DDR5 RAM for consistently smooth performance, even under heavy concurrent loads.

 

End-to-end SSL encryption: Automatically provision and renew Let’s Encrypt certificates across all domains to secure user data in transit, boost SEO rankings and build visitor trust without any manual steps.

 

Daily malware scanning & removalProtect your site with proactive, industry-leading scanners that detect suspicious code, quarantine threats instantly and notify you with detailed reports and one-click cleanup options.

 

Automated off-site backups: Preserve every version of your site with nightly snapshots stored securely off-site, plus easy point-in-time restores so you can recover mistakes or attacks in seconds.

24/7 live assistance: Reach our WordPress-trained experts anytime via phone, live chat or email for troubleshooting and guidance.

 

Developer-friendly toolkit: Test changes safely with one-click staging and cloning, instantly roll back updates and manage backups and migrations from a centralized WP toolkit.

 

Comprehensive resource library: Dive into step-by-step, how-to and in-depth articles to master best practices and streamline your workflow through our blogs, knowledge base and Bluehost Academy.

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FAQs

The .ch domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Switzerland, derived from its official Latin name, Confoederatio Helvetica. It is administered and regulated by SWITCH, Switzerland’s official domain registry.

Use a .ch domain extension to reach Swiss consumers. It boosts local relevance and helps you connect with users, even for businesses targeting international customers.

Yes, anyone worldwide can do a .ch domain registration for their desired period without needing to be a Swiss resident. This makes it accessible for businesses, creators and private individuals from around the world who want to establish a strong online presence in Switzerland.

To register a .ch domain name with Bluehost:

  • Visit the Bluehost Domains page.
  • Search for your desired .ch domain availability.
  • Choose a name that fits your brand and click “Add to Cart.”
  • Enter your details, select any add-ons and complete the payment.
  • Link your new domain to your hosting account or existing website.

Bluehost offers easy domain management, privacy protection, reliable domain name system (DNS) and auto-renewal when you register .ch domain names. If you bundle it with Bluehost hosting, you get free SSL, professional email and expert support, all in one place.

.ch is a premium ccTLD for Switzerland. It typically costs up to $34.99 per year at Bluehost. .ch domain prices are higher than many extensions, but we offer transparent rates, no hidden fees and easy management through your account.

Yes, you can transfer .ch domain names to Bluehost. First, unlock your extension at your current domain registrar and get the EPP/transfer code. Then, initiate the transfer on Bluehost; most transfers complete within 5–7 days.

Yes, a .ch extension helps with local SEO by signaling to search engines that your site is relevant to the country. It can improve search rankings for local queries and attract more Swiss users. For further optimization, you can use Bluehost's SEO Checker to fine-tune your site's performance and enhance visibility in Swiss search results.

Yes, .ch domains are secure, especially when registered with a trusted provider. At Bluehost, we offer Domain Privacy + Protection, DNSSEC support, SSL certificates and 24/7 support to ensure your website reflects Swiss values of security and trustworthiness for users.

If your .ch domain name isn’t renewed by the expiration date, it enters a grace period (usually 30–45 days) during which you can still recover it, often for an extra fee. After that, it may enter redemption or be released back into the pool of new domain names.