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.SCOT Domain

A geographic top-level domain (gTLD) for websites and online services associated with Scotland or Scottish culture.

gTLD

Registry & Technical Information

Registry Information

Registry: Dot Scot Registry Limited
WHOIS Server: whois.nic.scot
Introduced: 2014

Technical Details

Restrictions: Registrants must have a connection to Scotland or promote Scottish culture.
Average Pricing: £30-£50
RDAP Server: https://rdap.nic.scot/

Launch Dates & Availability

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Sunrise Period Start:2014-07-15
Sunrise Period End:2014-09-13
Public Registration:✓ Available

Registration Requirements:

Registrants must have a connection to Scotland or promote Scottish culture.

Additional Information

A generic top-level domain (gTLD) specifically created for entities, organizations, and individuals associated with Scotland or Scottish culture.

The .scot domain was launched to promote Scottish identity and culture online, and it was one of the first geographic gTLDs not associated with a country code.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A geographic top-level domain (gTLD) for websites and online services associated with Scotland or Scottish culture. The .SCOT TLD is managed by Dot Scot Registry Limited and was introduced in 2014.

Registration for .SCOT domains has the following restrictions: Registrants must have a connection to Scotland or promote Scottish culture.

The average pricing for a .SCOT domain is £30-£50. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.

WHOIS information for .SCOT domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.scot. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.nic.scot/ for more structured data access.

Popular registrars that support .SCOT domains include: 101domain, GoDaddy, Namecheap, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.

The .SCOT domain is a well-established gTLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.