Who can buy a .in domain name?
Anyone can register a .in domain, even if you are not a resident or citizen of India. There are no restrictions in place.
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What are
.IN
domains?
.in is the country-code top-level domain (TLD) for India. It is an ideal domain extension for individuals, businesses and organizations who want to target an Indian audience or emphasize their Indian identity.
Where did the .in domain come from?
The .in domain extension was introduced to the market in 1989, just four years after the inception of the first top-level domains, such as .net and .com.
What is the purpose of the .in domain name?
.in is a recommended choice if you want to target Indian users and consumers with your website. Using this extension will also help you rank higher in local Indian search engine results. Some popular brands already using a .in domain include Amazon, Nike, Adidas, BMW, Apple, Bata and Zara.
.IN domain features:
DNS Management
DNSSEC
Domain Forwarding
Domain Lock
IDN
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ about .in domains
For how many years can you register a .in domain?
You can register a .in domain for an initial period of 1-10 years. After this period has passed, you will need to renew your domain.
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?
No, this service is not available for .in domains.
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 .in?
.in 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 any of the 22 official languages of India.
What is the renewal policy of .in?
Your .in 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 have 44 days to restore your domain for free. After these days have passed, you will still have 28 days to restore your domain at an additional fee before your domain is deleted.