.coop registration
.coop is designed for cooperatives and organizations that meet the registry’s cooperative eligibility criteria. Applicants must confirm their eligibility when registering. The registry may also request additional details to identify the domain holder and verify compliance with its rules. Domain labels may contain between 2 and 63 characters. Eligible .coop names are assigned in the order that valid registration requests are received. There is no separate application procedure beyond submitting the required domain and holder information. A clear .coop address helps members, customers, and partners recognize that an organization operates according to a cooperative structure. To transfer an existing .coop domain to host.yt, remove the transfer lock at your current registrar and obtain the domain’s authorization code. The transfer can take several days to complete. Once finalized, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date. Changing the registered holder requires authentication by both the current and future holders. Each party receives a validation email, and the request must be approved within five days or it is cancelled. Completing a holder change does not alter the domain’s expiration date.
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Specifications
| Registration | 71.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 71.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 71.99 EUR |
| Restore | 71.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 71.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .coop extension stand for?
coop stands for “cooperative.” It gives cooperatives and eligible cooperative organizations a domain ending that directly reflects their structure and identity. Unlike a general-purpose extension, .coop signals that the registrant meets the registry’s cooperative eligibility requirements.
Who can register a .coop domain?
A .coop domain can be registered by an organization that meets the registry’s cooperative eligibility criteria. The domain holder must confirm this eligibility during registration. The extension is therefore not open for unrestricted use by individuals or organizations without a qualifying cooperative connection.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .coop?
Applicants must confirm that they satisfy the registry’s eligibility criteria. Additional holder information may be requested so the registry can identify the registrant and verify compliance. The exact supporting information required can vary according to the applicant and the details submitted with the order.
Is .coop a good choice, and what kind of project suits it?
coop is a strong fit for an eligible cooperative’s main website, member portal, community initiative, or public information service. It immediately communicates a cooperative identity, making it especially useful when membership, shared ownership, or cooperative governance is central to the project.
When does .coop make more sense than .com?
coop makes more sense when demonstrating verified cooperative status is more important than broad familiarity. .com is widely recognized and flexible, but it does not communicate a cooperative structure. Eligible organizations may use .coop for identity and trust while retaining .com for reach or brand protection.
How long does .coop registration take, and how long does it last?
Eligible .coop names are allocated in the order valid requests arrive, so registration can proceed once the required holder and eligibility information is accepted. The registration remains active for the term recorded in the order and must be renewed before its stated expiry date.
How do I transfer a .coop domain to host.yt?
First, disable the transfer lock with your current registrar and request the domain’s authorization code. Submit that code when starting the transfer to host.yt. Completion may take several days, and one year is added to the domain’s current expiry date when the transfer finishes.