Who can buy a .it domain name?
In order to register a .it domain, you need to be a citizen or resident of the EU, EEA, Switzerland, the Vatican State or San Marino.
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The .it domain extension is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) specifically created for Italy. It is a great choice for Italian individuals, companies and organizations.
Where did the .it domain come from?
The .it domain extension was launched in 1987 and has since then grown to be a popular choice within Italy. On top of this, .it has also often been used by foreign websites as a “domain hack”, as “it” is a commonly used word in the English language. One of the most well-known examples of this is the domain redd.it, which leads to the social network Reddit.
What is the purpose of the .it domain name?
A .it domain is a great choice if you want to target an Italian audience or emphasize your Italian identity online. Using this domain can also help improve your local SEO results within Italy.
.IT domain features:
DNS Management
DNSSEC
Domain Forwarding
Domain Lock
IDN
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ about .it domains
For how many years can you register a .it domain?
.it domains can only be registered for a period of one year. After this year has passed, you will need to renew the domain to continue using it. It is not possible to register a .it domain for multiple years in advance.
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 is not possible for .it 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.
Does Openprovider offer local presence services for this domain?
No, local presence services are not available for this domain.
What is the registration policy of .it?
.it 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 all official languages of the European Union.
What is the renewal policy of .it?
Your .it 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 14 days to restore your domain at no additional cost. After these days have passed, you will have 29 more days to restore your domain at a fee before it is deleted.
