Showcase your Indonesian identity with a .id domain
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What does a .id domain mean?
Why register a .id domain?
- Establish a trusted presence in Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy.
- Open to anyone to register, making it accessible for global and local businesses alike.
- Connect with over 200 million internet users and tap into a rapidly growing market.
- Improve visibility in Indonesian search results with a country-specific domain.
.id domain FAQs
What is .id domain?
.id domain is a country code top-level domain (ccTLD) specifically for websites targeting Indonesian audiences and Bahasa Indonesia speakers.
.id domain comes with various subdomains such as .sch.id, .co.id, .web.id, .or.id, .ac.id, and .my.id, each serving unique purposes and catering to different needs.
Why choose Indonesian domain?
With DNS servers located in Indonesia, .id domain provides faster access for local users.
Search engines like Google prioritize local websites. Therefore, your website can rank higher in Indonesian search results.
Also, the registration of some .id extensions requires specific qualifications to enhance trust and credibility and reduce the risk of fraud.
How much do .id domain names cost?
.id domain typically costs around Rp300,000. At Hostinger, you can get a .id domain for just A$ 19.99 for the first year (excluding tax), with renewals starting at A$ 24.59.
How to register a .id domain name at Hostinger?
Registering a .id domain is similar to other domains. Simply enter your desired domain name and .id extension into our domain name search tool to check the availability. If it’s available, you can add it to the cart and complete the purchase.
However, not all ID extensions can be registered immediately. For some subdomains, there are documents and requirements that you must fulfill.
What are the requirements for registering an Indonesian domain?
The following ID extensions require specific requirements:
- ac.id domain: For higher education institutions, thus requiring a Rector’s decree and a ministry establishment decree.
- .co.id domain: For businesses or legal entities in Indonesia. To register this domain, you need a Business Certificate (SIUP), Company Registration Certificate (TDP), Indonesian ID (KTP), etc.
- .sch.id: For educational institutions from kindergarten to high school, and non-formal education. To use this extension, you need a letter of statement from the school principal, the school's establishment certificate, and Indonesian ID (KTP).
- .or.id: For foundations, communities, or specific organizations. You need an Indonesian ID (KTP) and Organization Certificate to register for this extension.
- Meanwhile, .id, .my.id, and .web.id domains are available to anyone, regardless of nationality.
Which is better: .com or .id domain?
Both .com and .id domains are SEO-friendly and widely recognized.
For general use, such as creating personal blogs, portfolios, or small business websites, .com can be a solid choice.
But if your website represents a school, university, legal entity, or specific foundation in Indonesia, a .ID domain or its subdomains would be the better choice.
How to get a free .id domain?
Sign up for a 12-month or longer Premium web hosting plan to claim your free .id domain name for a year.
Please note that only .ac.id, .or.id, .sch.id, .web.id, and .my.id qualify for this offer.