Question 1

How much does a .IN domain cost?

Accepted Answer

Domain prices can vary depending on the registrar you choose. At Dynadot, we offer competitive pricing: a .IN domain costs $6.53 to register, $6.53 to renew, and $6.53 to transfer. Our goal is to provide affordable rates without compromising on features or support.

Question 2

What is a .IN domain?

Accepted Answer

The .IN domain is India's official country code top-level domain (ccTLD). It was established in 1989 and is managed by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI). The .IN extension represents websites associated with India, though it has grown in popularity globally due to creative domain hacks and its short, memorable nature. It's one of the most recognized ccTLDs in the global domain market.

Question 3

Who should consider using a .IN domain?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking to register your domain for a business IN India, you should consider a .IN country code TLD. This alternative to .com or .NET is ideal for indian customers and can help generate more traffic in the fast-growing market. If you're considering e-commerce, ensure your URL stands out with a .IN domain ending to attract local users and establish a solid online presence.A .IN domain is ideal for businesses, organizations, and individuals with connections to India or targeting the Indian market.

Question 4

What are the benefits of using a .IN domain?

Accepted Answer

Using a .IN domain provides immediate geographic relevance for Indian websites, helping with local SEO and establishing credibility with Indian consumers. For businesses, it demonstrates a commitment to the Indian market. The extension offers excellent name availability compared to saturated .com domains, making it easier to secure short, memorable domain names. Additionally, .IN domains typically have strong performance in India-focused search results.

Question 5

How long can I register a .IN domain for?

Accepted Answer

.IN domains can be registered for periods ranging from 1 to 10 years at a time. Most registrars offer auto-renewal options to prevent accidental expiration. Registering for multiple years upfront provides continuity and eliminates the need for annual renewal management. As with other domains, ICANN regulations permit domain registrations to be extended up to a maximum of 10 years from the current date.

Question 6

Are there any restrictions on registering a .IN domain?

Accepted Answer

Unlike many country-code domains, .IN has relatively open registration policies. While initially restricted to Indian entities, since 2005, .IN domains have been available to anyone worldwide without residency or local presence requirements.
Some premium or reserved names may have special registration requirements or higher fees.

Question 7

How does a .IN domain affect SEO?

Accepted Answer

For websites targeting Indian audiences, a .IN domain can provide significant SEO advantages in local search results. Google and other search engines often give preference to country-specific domains when users search from that location. For businesses targeting the Indian market, using .IN can improve visibility in India-based searches. However, global SEO performance depends more on content quality, site structure, and backlink profile than the domain extension.

Years	1 year	2 years	3 years	4 years	5 years	6 years	7 years	8 years	9 years	10 years
Register	$6.53	$13.05	$19.58	$26.11	$32.63	$39.16	$45.69	$52.21	$58.74	$65.27
Renew	$6.53	$13.05	$19.58	$26.11	$32.63	$39.16	$45.69	$52.21	$58.74	$65.27
Transfer	$6.53

Domain Price
1 years
Register	$6.53
Renew	$6.53
transfer	$6.53
2 years
Register	$13.05
Renew	$13.05
3 years
Register	$19.58
Renew	$19.58
4 years
Register	$26.11
Renew	$26.11
5 years
Register	$32.63
Renew	$32.63
6 years
Register	$39.16
Renew	$39.16
7 years
Register	$45.69
Renew	$45.69
8 years
Register	$52.21
Renew	$52.21
9 years
Register	$58.74
Renew	$58.74
10 years
Register	$65.27
Renew	$65.27

TLD	IN CO.IN NET.IN ORG.IN FIRM.IN GEN.IN IND.IN 5G.IN 6G.IN AI.IN AM.IN BIHAR.IN BIZ.IN BUSINESS.IN CN.IN COM.IN COOP.IN CS.IN DELHI.IN DR.IN ER.IN GUJARAT.IN INFO.IN INT.IN INTERNET.IN IO.IN ME.IN PG.IN POST.IN PRO.IN TRAVEL.IN TV.IN UK.IN UP.IN US.IN
Introduced	1989
Usage	Indian Websites
Renewal Grace Period	40 Days
Deletion Grace Period	5 Days
Restore Period	30 Days
Renewal Upon Transfer	1 Year
Privacy Allowed	No
IDN Supported	No
DNSSEC Supported	Yes
Type	Country
Restrictions	None
Registry	National Internet Exchange of India
Wikipedia Entry	Wikipedia
Registration Price (1 year)	$6.53
Renewal Price (1 year)	$6.53
Transfer Price	$6.53
Restore Price	$45.69

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