Welcome to a new generation of domain names. Short, memorable, and globally recognized, a .xyz domain offers endless opportunities. If you're daring, connect your online presence to a domain that allows you to step outside the mainstream and carve out your own unique space.
In November 2015, .xyz reached 1.5 million domain name registrations, possibly boosted in part by Google’s decision to use abc.xyz for its corporate (Alphabet Inc.) website, one of the first major corporations to use the domain.
Members of Generations X, Y, and Z have witnessed the evolution of internet technology from science fiction in the late 1960s to a daily convenience. With a .xyz domain, you can create a sense of identity for hundreds of millions of people, making it an effective way to reach your target market.
The .xyz domain name is one of the most popular extensions globally, gaining traction in over 230 countries. It’s used by thousands of startups and small businesses, as well as some of the world’s largest brands. But it’s not just for businesses; developers, crypto enthusiasts, and designers are also among those who have embraced the inspiration of .xyz.
Simple requirements for .xyz Domain Names | |
Requirements | Unrestricted. |
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Are companies and private individuals eligible to register? | YES. Any person/business from any country can book a name. |
Registration Timeline | Instant Realtime |
Registration Term | 1-10 Years |
Private Domain Registration |
YES. Whois ID protection. |
What is .xyz Domain Name?
The .xyz is a top-level domain name. It was proposed in ICANN’s New generic top-level domain (gTLD) Program, and became available to the general public on June 2, 2014. XYZ.com and CentralNic are the registries for the domain.
Are private individuals eligible to register .xyz domain names?
Yes, all private individuals are eligible to register and own a .com domain. It is open for public use but act fast! Thousands of .com domains are being registered everyday and you might get left behind.
For how long can I register .xyz domain names?
All .xyz domains can be registered up to 10 years, renewable in 1 year intervals, also upto 10 years in total.
Do I need paperwork to register .xyz domain names?
No, paperwork is not needed to register and to own a .xyz domain. You instantly become the rightful owner of the domain name after booking it online and this can be verified in a public whois database. You are free to do anything with this digital asset, just like any other asset that you own.
Can I purchase a domain privacy together with my .xyz domain name? Why do I need it?
.Yes. .xyz domains are qualified to get the domain privacy add-on. This is sometimes called the domain name ID protection, WHOIS protection or simply private registration. Since there are millions of .xyz names globally and the data is available in the public whois, this makes it a heaven for various malicious actors to abuse this information for spamming, fraud and other type of activies. The most common one that we see in the Middle East is tens of phone calls offering web design services, SEO services, etc to all new domain name registrants. This does not mean that we sell your private data, the .xyz registry (Verisign) maintains a public WHOIS ownership database which can be accessed by anyone.
Can I add a professional email or web hosting plan on my .xyz domain name?
Absolutely! You can add a web hosting package or professional email anytime to your .xyz domain. Check out our packges here.