.sx registration
.sx is the country-code extension for Sint Maarten. It suits local businesses, public-facing services, community projects, tourism operators, and international organizations that want a clear connection to the Caribbean country. Registration is open and names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Registering a .sx domain does not involve a special registry procedure or supporting documents. The domain label must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Search for an available name through host.yt, select it, and complete the order before another applicant registers the same name. To transfer an existing .sx domain to host.yt, first remove the registrar lock or other transfer protection at your current registrar. You must also request the domain’s authorization code and provide it when starting the transfer. Processing can take several days, and one year is added to the domain’s expiry date after completion. Holder changes are handled through a dedicated ownership-change procedure; contact host.yt for instructions for your domain. .sx also supports routine domain management such as renewals, DNS updates, DNSSEC, contact changes, restoration, registrar locking, auto-renewal preferences, and web or email forwarding. These capabilities make the extension practical for both straightforward websites and domains managed through automated systems.
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Specifications
| Registration | 22.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 22.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 22.99 EUR |
| Restore | 22.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 22.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .sx extension stand for?
sx is the country-code top-level domain for Sint Maarten, the Caribbean country on the southern part of the island of Saint Martin. It gives a website a direct geographic association with Sint Maarten while also offering a short, distinctive ending for a domain name.
Who can register a .sx domain?
sx registration is open without a special eligibility procedure. Individuals, companies, organizations, and project owners may register an available name. Domains are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so registration depends on the requested name still being available when the order is submitted.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .sx?
No supporting documents or special registration procedure are required. The domain label must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Availability remains essential because .sx domains are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and a name already registered by someone else cannot be registered again.
Is .sx a good choice, and what projects suit it?
sx is a practical choice for businesses, services, tourism projects, organizations, and community initiatives connected with Sint Maarten. It can help signal that geographic focus directly in the address. It also works for projects seeking a concise domain ending when the chosen name is available.
When does .sx make more sense than .com?
Choose .sx when a clear connection to Sint Maarten is more important than broad global familiarity. Choose .com when the project targets an international audience with no particular regional identity. .sx offers stronger local meaning, while .com is generally more immediately recognized worldwide.
How quickly is .sx registered, and how long does it last?
A new .sx registration is submitted after the order is completed, with allocation based on first availability. Your host.yt order confirmation shows the purchased registration term and expiry date. Keep renewal enabled or renew before that date to prevent the domain from expiring.
How do I transfer a .sx domain to host.yt?
Disable the registrar lock or any other transfer protection through your current registrar, then request the domain’s authorization code. Submit that code with the transfer order at host.yt. The process may take several days, and one year is added to the existing expiry date when the transfer completes.