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About the .school domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .school domain
What is a .school domain?
Generic top-level domain for education-focused sites; open to anyone, with no standard eligibility restrictions. Often used by schools, teachers, and learning platforms.
Who is a .school domain for?
A .school domain works well for schools, tutoring services, education nonprofits, and training programs that want a clear, trusted online presence. It’s a practical fit for both local institutions and growing education projects.
Why choose a .school domain?
A .school domain helps visitors understand your website instantly and makes your name easier to remember. It supports clear branding across your site, email, and marketing, helping your online presence stay organized as you grow.
Domain information for .school
TLD
.school
TLD type
gTLD
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
3 years
Domain privacy protection
Free
RegistrarLock
DNSSEC
ICANN fee
CAN$ 0.29
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.school domain FAQs
What does a .school domain mean?
A .school domain is commonly used by schools, teachers, students, and education projects. It signals an education-related site, and today it is often chosen for school websites, classes, and learning resources.
Is a .school domain trusted?
Yes. .school is a valid top-level domain with an official ICANN registry agreement, so it works like other standard domains. It is supported by browsers, email systems, and search engines.
Is a .school a good domain?
Yes, if your site is linked to education, training, or a school community. Search engines treat it the same as other domains for SEO, so relevance and content matter more than the extension.
Should I choose a .school domain or .com domain?
Choose .school if you want a clear education focus and your audience expects that context. Choose .com if you want the broadest recognition or need a name that feels more general.
Who can register a .school domain?
Anyone can register a .school domain. There are no residency, organization, or education-sector requirements to meet.
Are there restrictions on .school domains?
Yes, standard domain rules still apply. Names must be available, use allowed characters, and avoid reserved or blocked terms set by the registry.
How much does a .school domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .school domain costs CAN$ 8.39 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is CAN$ 58.59/year.
As Hostinger is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain is managed securely. Auto-renewal helps prevent expiration, and 24/7 support is available. You can also transfer your domain to Hostinger at any time.