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Discover the .coop Domain: Perfect for Cooperatives

The .coop top-level domain (TLD) is specifically tailored for cooperatives and businesses that operate on cooperative principles. If you're a cooperative organisation—be it a food co-op, credit union, or worker cooperative—registering a .coop domain can help you stand out and connect with like-minded individuals.

Who Can Benefit from .coop?

Cooperatives of all kinds, social enterprises, and community-focused businesses can take advantage of the .coop domain. It's an ideal choice for any organisation that prioritises member ownership, community benefits, and shared values.

Why Choose a .coop Domain?

Choosing a .coop domain shows your commitment to cooperative values and helps build trust with customers who support ethical businesses. It enhances your online presence and makes it clear that you are part of a global community dedicated to collaboration and cooperation.

Join the movement towards a better future with a .coop domain today!

Domain TLD Datasheet

Example Uses & Restrictions

Domain Name Examples
  • farmersmarket.coop
  • communitybicycle.coop
  • artisancrafts.coop
  • localfoodcoop.coop
Potential Uses for this TLD
  • cooperative organisations
  • community businesses
  • ethical consumer groups
  • agricultural cooperatives
TLD Restrictions

.coop TLD Registration Requirements

The .coop top-level domain (TLD) has specific registration restrictions and eligibility requirements:

Eligibility Criteria

  • Registrants must be cooperatives or organisations that support the cooperative movement.
  • Members or employees of a registered cooperative can also register a .coop domain under their cooperative's name.

Definitions

A cooperative is defined as a business that is owned and controlled by the people who use its services, and the registration is intended for those closely aligned with the cooperative principles.

Registration Proof

Applicants may be required to provide proof of their cooperative status, such as a certificate of incorporation or documentation confirming their status as a cooperative.

Usage Limitations

The .coop TLD is specifically intended for entities that operate under cooperative principles and may not be used by individuals or businesses that do not meet the cooperative criteria.

Hipposerve TLD Pricing

Registration

£61.99

Transfer

£61.99

Renewal

£82.99

Technical Information

Characters Allowed

Number of characters allowed: 2 to 63

IDN Compatibility

IDN character compatibility: Yes

Registration Period

registration periods: 1 to 10 years

DNSSEC Compatibility

DNSSEC compatibility: Yes

Renewal Period

renewal periods: 1 to 10 years

Registration Delay

registration delay: N/A

Transfer Time

time taken to transfer: 5 to 7 days

Transfer Lock

transfer lock time: 60 days.

Note: The information provided on this page was accurate at the time of the last update. However, TLD information is subject to change by the relevant domain naming authorities at any time. Hipposerve cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies that may arise due to such changes.
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