Who can buy a .dev domain name?
Anyone can buy a .dev domain. The only restriction in place is that each .dev domain needs to have a valid SSL certificate, as in the case for all domain extensions that are operated by Google.
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What are
.DEV
domains?
The .dev domain extension is a new generic top-level domain (TLD). A .dev domain name a great pick for web and software developers who want to showcase their skills.
Where did the .dev domain come from?
The .dev domain extension became available to the general public in 2019. Before .dev domain registrations were opened to the general public, this extension was often used in internal networks by developers to test their code. Nowadays, these old testing environments no longer work in most modern browsers.
What is the purpose of the .dev domain name?
The main purpose of the .dev domain extension is to provide a space for web, software and app developers to share their work with the world. It is a great choice for websites of all kinds: from personal portfolios to larger tech companies. Although it is a popular and recognizable new gTLD, there are still plenty of short and unique domain names available with this extension.
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Whois Privacy Protection
Domain Forwarding
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ about .dev domains
For how many years can you register a .dev domain?
A .dev domain can be registered for an initial period of 1-10 years. After this time has passed, you will need to renew the domain to continue using it.
How can I check if the domain I want is available?
Simply use the domain search bar at the top of this page and enter the name of your choice. A new window will open, and you will immediately see if the name you want is still free. If the name of your choice is not available, our system will automatically show you some options that are still free instead.
Can I hide my contact details for my domain, so they are not shown in the Whois database?
Yes, this is possible for this extension. You can enable this option when you purchase a domain through the Openprovider control panel.
How can I renew my domain?
You can easily renew your domain through the Openprovider control panel. You will receive multiple reminders by email when your domain is due to be renewed. Another option is to turn on the auto-renew feature in the control panel, which ensures that your domain is automatically renewed as long as you have sufficient balance on your account.
What is the registration policy of .dev?
.dev domain names should be between 3-63 characters in length. They may contain letters (a-z), numbers (0-9) and hyphens. Internationalized domain names are supported for Arabic, Armenian, Bengali, Chinese, Devanagari, Ethiopic, Georgian, Greek, Gurmukhi, Hebrew, Japanese, Kannada, Khmer, Korean, Malayalam, Myanmar, Oriya, Sinhala, Tamil, Telugu, Thai and Tibetan.
What is the renewal policy of .dev?
Your .dev domain will be renewed automatically if you have the auto-renew feature turned on and if you have enough balance in your account. If your domain is expired, you will have 40 days to restore your domain for free before it is deleted.