Who can buy a .org domain name?
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.org is a generic top-level domain (TLD). It is short for the word "organization". .org is one of the most common and widely used extensions on the Internet, and it is used all around the world. Its most frequent users are charities and non-profit organizations.
Where did the .org domain come from?
The .org extension was established in January 1985 and was one of the earliest top-level domains. .It was presented to the world together with six other TLDs: .com, .net, .gov, .edu, .mil and .int. .org was initially aimed at nonprofit organizations and other non-commercial entities that didn't fulfill the criteria for other gTLDs. Nowadays, anyone can register a .org domain.
What is the purpose of the .org domain name?
The .org domain extension is primarily associated with non-commercial organizations. An .org domain is therefore a great choice for charities, NGOs, libraries, museums, universities, corporate responsibility programs and open source initiatives. A classic and well-used TLD, .org is associated with an image of reliability and trustworthiness.
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FAQ about .org domains
For how many years can you register a .org domain?
You can register a .org domain for an initial period of 1-10 years. After this period has passed, you will need to renew the 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?
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 .org?
.org 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 various languages. You can find a full overview of these here.
What is the renewal policy of .org?
Your .org 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 40 days to restore your domain for free before it is deleted.