.top registration
.top is an open domain extension for individuals, businesses, communities, and projects worldwide. The registry sets no eligibility conditions, so registration does not depend on residence, company status, or a connection to a particular country. Names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and the chosen label may contain from 1 to 63 characters. The extension works especially well when “top” is part of the intended message: rankings, curated selections, premium product lines, achievement-focused communities, directories, or short campaign names. It can also provide a concise alternative when the matching .com is unavailable, although users may be less familiar with it than with .com. To transfer a .top domain to host.yt, disable the transfer protection at the current registrar and obtain the domain’s authorization code. The transfer may take several days. Once it is completed, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date. Changing the holder is a separate authenticated process. Validation emails are sent to both the current and future holders, and the required approvals must be completed within five days or the request is cancelled. The holder change does not alter the domain’s expiry date. .top also supports routine operations such as renewal, restoration, DNS updates, DNSSEC, forwarding, registrar locking, and auto-renewal preferences.
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Specifications
| Registration | 6.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 6.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 6.99 EUR |
| Restore | 6.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 6.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .top extension mean?
top is commonly understood as the English word “top,” suggesting a leading position, a highlight, or a selected best choice. It is not presented as an acronym in the registry rules. That makes the ending useful when the domain name itself carries that idea.
Who can register a .top domain?
Anyone can register a .top domain. The extension is open without eligibility conditions, so individuals, companies, organizations, and other projects may apply. Names are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning an available name can be claimed by the first successful applicant.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .top?
The registry does not impose eligibility conditions or require supporting documents for ordinary .top registration. Your chosen domain label must be between 1 and 63 characters. Registration remains subject to name availability, with available domains allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is .top a good choice, and what projects suit it?
top is a practical choice when the name communicates ranking, quality, selection, achievement, or prominence. It can suit comparison sites, directories, curated collections, product campaigns, entertainment projects, and communities. Its meaning is immediate, but it may require more brand reinforcement than the familiar .com extension.
When does .top make more sense than .com?
top makes more sense when “top” contributes directly to the brand or message, or when it enables a shorter, cleaner name than the available .com alternatives. .com offers broader recognition and familiarity, while .top provides stronger thematic meaning but may need more explanation for some audiences.
How quickly is a .top domain registered, and how long does it last?
Because .top names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, an available domain can be registered once the order is successfully processed. The domain remains registered until its recorded expiry date and can be renewed. Its current expiry and renewal status can be managed through host.yt.
How do I transfer a .top domain to host.yt?
First disable the registrar transfer lock and request the authorization code from your current registrar. Submit that code with the transfer request to host.yt. The process may take several days. After the transfer is finalized, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date.