.COOP Domain
A generic top-level domain (gTLD) intended for use by cooperative associations and organizations.
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
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Registration Requirements:
Registration is restricted to cooperative associations that meet the definition established by the International Cooperative Alliance.
Restricted but publicly available via registrars like Gandi
Additional Information
A generic top-level domain specifically designed for and restricted to cooperative organizations worldwide.
The .coop domain was one of the first sponsored top-level domains introduced by ICANN.It's the only domain exclusively for cooperatives and their organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
A generic top-level domain (gTLD) intended for use by cooperative associations and organizations. The .COOP TLD is managed by DotCooperation LLC and was introduced in 2002.
Registration for .COOP domains has the following restrictions: Registration is restricted to cooperative associations that meet the definition established by the International Cooperative Alliance.
The average pricing for a .COOP domain is $80. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .COOP domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.coop. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.nic.coop/ for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .COOP domains include: Domains.coop, GoDaddy, Namecheap, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
The .COOP domain is a well-established gTLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.