.cr registration
.cr is Costa Rica’s country-code domain extension, suited to businesses, organizations, and individuals seeking a clear connection with the country. Registration is open to applicants from any country, and available names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The holder’s identification details form part of the application. Individuals must provide an identification number, such as a national identity card or passport number. Legal entities, regardless of their country of incorporation, must provide their official registration number. The registry may request further information to identify the holder and confirm compliance with its registration rules. A .cr domain label may contain between 1 and 63 characters. Before submitting an order, make sure the holder details match the relevant identity or company records. If ownership must change later, contact host.yt for the holder-change procedure and the information required for that operation. Transferring a .cr domain follows a registry-specific process. Ask the current registrar to replace the domain contacts with the contact information supplied by host.yt during the transfer. If you manage the domain directly through the registry, you can make that change yourself. The transfer does not alter the domain’s existing expiration date.
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Specifications
| Registration | 91.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 91.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 91.99 EUR |
| Restore | 91.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 91.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .cr domain extension stand for?
cr is the country-code top-level domain associated with Costa Rica. It gives a website, service, or brand a visible Costa Rican identity and is particularly relevant to organizations serving customers in the country or publishing content connected with its market.
Who can register a .cr domain?
Individuals and legal entities from any country can apply for a .cr domain. Available names are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants must provide the holder identification information appropriate to whether they are registering as an individual or an organization.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .cr?
The holder must supply identifying details. Individuals need an identity number, such as a national identity card or passport number, while legal entities need an official company registration number. The registry may request additional information to verify the holder and compliance with its rules.
Is .cr a good choice, and what projects suit it?
cr is a practical choice for companies operating in Costa Rica, local services, tourism projects, regional publications, and international brands addressing Costa Rican customers. Its main value is geographic clarity: visitors can immediately recognize the website’s connection with Costa Rica.
When does .cr make more sense than .com?
Choose .cr when a Costa Rican identity is central to the project and you want that geographic focus visible in the address. Choose .com when the brand is primarily global and geographic association would be limiting. .cr offers local relevance; .com offers broader international neutrality.
How long does .cr registration take, and how long does it last?
A registration request can be submitted once the name is available and the required holder details are complete. Allocation follows the first-come, first-served principle. Check the registration term shown for your specific order before submission, and use the confirmed expiration date to plan renewal.
How do I transfer a .cr domain to host.yt?
Ask your current registrar to change the domain contacts to the contact information provided by host.yt during processing. If you manage the domain directly at the registry, you can update those contacts yourself. The transfer preserves the domain’s existing expiration date rather than extending or resetting it.