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.io domain pricing and requirements

.io is the ultimate choice for tech enthusiasts and startups! Simple yet impactful, perfect for driving innovation!

Key Features

  • Account-based registration: Check availability and register supported names from your account.

  • WHOIS privacy available: Privacy options are available for this extension where registry policy permits them.

  • DNSSEC support: Publish the registry data required for a signed DNS zone.

  • Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs): Support for non-Latin characters in domain names.

  • IPv6 Support: Future-proof your domain with IPv6 compatibility.

Pricing

Fee Type Price (EUR)
Setup Fee €0.00
Annual Registration Fee €98.66 / year
First Year Registration Fee (Setup + Annual) €98.66
Domain Transfer Fee €98.66
Domain Restoration Fee €102.70

Note: Prices are subject to change. Please recheck this website for the most current pricing.

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Registration Restrictions

  • There are no restrictions for .io domains.

Domain Transfer Details

Transfer Procedure

  • The transfer of a .io domain must be initiated with an 'Authorization Code', which the current registrar provides.
  • This is obtained by the owner or Admin-C of the domain from the current registrar.
  • Make sure the correct 'Authorization Code' is present to start the transfer, otherwise, it will fail.
  • The code is generally requested during the transfer process.
  • Ensure there is no lock-status (REGISTRAR-LOCK or HOLD), which is visible in the WHOIS. The owner can initiate unlocking if necessary.
  • The transfer should be started well before the domain expires.
  • Domains younger than 60 days cannot be transferred.
  • After a domain transfer, there is a 5-day period during which the domain cannot be re-transferred.

Transfer Notes

  • A .io domain transfer must be initiated with an 'Authorization Code', which can be obtained from the current registrar through the owner or Admin-C of the domain.
  • Please ensure that you have the correct 'Authorization Code' before initiating the transfer, otherwise it will fail.
  • Ensure that your domain does not have a lock-status (REGISTRAR-LOCK or HOLD), which is visible in the WHOIS. If the domain is locked, the owner can request it to be unlocked.
  • Initiate the transfer on time and not just shortly before the domain expires.
  • Ensure that the domain is older than 60 days; otherwise, the transfer will be denied.
  • There is a Transfer Grace Period of 5 days following the completion of a domain name transfer during which it cannot be transferred again.

Authorization Codes

  • The owner or administrator of a .io domain can obtain the so-called 'Authorization Code' from the current registrar.
  • Ensure that you have the correct 'Authorization Code' before initiating the transfer; otherwise, it will fail.
  • Ensure that your domain is not locked (REGISTRAR-LOCK or HOLD). This can be seen in the WHOIS. If it is locked, the owner can request it be unlocked.
  • The transfer should be initiated in time, not shortly before the domain expires.
  • If the domain is less than 60 days old, the transfer will be denied.
  • There is a 5-day Transfer Grace Period after completing a domain transfer, during which it cannot be transferred again.

WHOIS and domain management

  • WHOIS server: Open the registry WHOIS service
  • Renewal settings: Review the renewal mode and account balance for each domain in your account.
  • Privacy option: WHOIS privacy is available where registry policy permits it.

Additional Information

  • Deletion Timeframe: 35 days after expiration date

  • Redemption Period: 30 days

For registry-specific policies and reference information, visit http://www.nic.io.