.st registration
.st is the country-code domain extension for São Tomé and Príncipe. It suits organizations, residents, tourism services, cultural projects, and businesses connected with the islands. Its short form can also support names built around words ending in “st,” provided the resulting identity remains clear and memorable. .st domains are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration follows the standard ordering process without a separate registry procedure. Each label may contain between 1 and 63 characters. Availability determines whether a requested name can be registered, so submitting an order promptly matters when a name is important to your project. To transfer a .st domain to host.yt, first remove the registrar lock or other transfer protection at your current provider. You must also request the domain’s authorization code and supply it with the transfer order. Processing can take several days because the transfer must pass through the relevant registrar and registry systems. When the transfer is completed, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date. .st also supports routine domain management such as renewals, DNS changes, contact updates, DNSSEC records, restoration, forwarding, registrar locking, privacy preferences, and automatic renewal settings. These operations can be managed through host.yt, while supported workflows can also be integrated through SOAP or REST APIs.
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Specifications
| Registration | 14.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 14.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 14.99 EUR |
| Restore | 14.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 14.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .st domain extension stand for?
st is the country-code domain extension assigned to São Tomé and Príncipe. It provides a recognizable geographic identity for projects connected with the country. Its compact spelling can also be used creatively for brands or words that naturally end in “st.”
Who can register a .st domain?
st registration is open on a first-come, first-served basis. Individuals, companies, organizations, and project owners may request an available name. A connection with São Tomé and Príncipe can make the extension especially relevant, but the registration procedure does not impose a special applicant category.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .st?
Registering a .st domain does not involve a special registry procedure or a stated documentary submission. The requested name must be available, and each label must contain between 1 and 63 characters. Registrations are allocated in the order valid requests are received.
Is .st a good choice, and what projects suit it?
st is a practical choice for websites connected with São Tomé and Príncipe, including local services, travel projects, public-interest resources, and regional businesses. It can also suit concise brand names or domain hacks where “st” forms a natural and understandable part of the name.
When does .st make more sense than .com?
st makes more sense when geographic association with São Tomé and Príncipe is central, or when the extension completes a short, deliberate brand name. .com offers broader global familiarity, while .st provides a more distinctive identity but may require extra context for audiences unfamiliar with the extension.
How quickly is a .st domain registered, and how long does it last?
A registration request can proceed once host.yt confirms that the .st name is available and the order details are valid. The domain remains active until the expiry date associated with its registration term. Renewing it before that date keeps the name registered for a further term.
How do I transfer a .st domain to host.yt?
Disable the registrar lock or other transfer protection with your current provider, then obtain the domain’s authorization code. Submit that code with your transfer order to host.yt. The process may take several days, and successful completion adds one year to the domain’s existing expiry date.