.museum registration
.museum is for museums, museum associations, professionals connected with museum work, and enthusiasts with a genuine interest in the field. Applicants may be individuals or legal entities anywhere in the world. Formal evidence is not normally required, although the registry may review registrations to prevent uses that fall outside its rules. Names are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis through the standard registration process. A .museum label must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Registrants are responsible for how their domain is used and must respect third-party rights, including intellectual property, as well as the ICOM Code of Ethics. A .museum domain must not be registered solely for resale or transfer to another applicant. Its use must also avoid harming the name, image, or reputation of the registry, ICOM, their partners, or the wider museum community. These conditions help keep the extension relevant to museums, collections, exhibitions, heritage work, and related professional or enthusiast projects. To transfer a .museum domain to host.yt, remove the transfer lock and request the authorization code from the current registrar. The transfer can take several days and adds one year to the domain’s expiry date. Changing the holder requires email approval from both the current and future holders; the request expires after five days if authentication is incomplete.
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Specifications
| Registration | 46.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 46.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 46.99 EUR |
| Restore | 46.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 46.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .museum extension stand for?
museum identifies websites connected with museums and museum culture. It can represent institutions, professional associations, people working in the sector, and enthusiasts. The extension gives visitors an immediate indication that a website relates to collections, exhibitions, heritage, conservation, education, or another museum-focused activity.
Who can register a .museum domain?
A .museum domain may be registered by individuals or legal entities anywhere in the world that can substantiate a connection with or interest in museum activity. Eligible registrants include museums, museum associations, museum professionals, people with another relevant link to the field, and museum enthusiasts.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .museum?
Formal supporting documents are not normally required, but the registry may review an application to prevent prohibited use. The domain must respect third-party rights and the ICOM Code of Ethics, must not be acquired solely for resale, and must not damage the reputation of the museum community or its organizations.
Is .museum a good choice, and what projects suit it?
museum is a strong fit when a project has a clear museum connection. Suitable uses include institutional websites, exhibition archives, collection catalogues, professional associations, conservation initiatives, educational resources, and enthusiast projects. Its meaning is specific, so visitors can understand the site’s museum focus before opening it.
When does .museum make more sense than .com?
Choose .museum when museum identity and sector relevance matter more than broad commercial familiarity. It communicates a specialized purpose and has eligibility and use conditions that support that positioning. Choose .com for a general business, commercial platform, or project whose scope extends well beyond museums and cultural heritage.
How quickly is .museum registered, and how long does it last?
Registration uses the standard ordering process, with available names assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Timing can depend on order processing and any registry review. The applicable registration term is confirmed with the order, and the domain can be renewed to keep it active beyond its current expiry date.
How do I transfer a .museum domain to host.yt?
First disable the transfer lock at your current registrar and obtain the domain’s authorization code. Submit that code with your transfer request to host.yt. Completion may take several days. Once finalized, the transfer adds one year to the domain’s existing expiry date.