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About the .top domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .top domain
What is a .top domain?
.top is a generic top-level domain with no general eligibility restrictions. It’s often used as a modern, global option, and its name suggests “top” or premium positioning rather than a geographic or industry meaning.
Who is a .top domain for?
A .top domain works well for startups, creators, online stores, and portfolio sites that want a memorable, standout web address. It suits projects focused on visibility, branding, and a polished online presence.
Why choose a .top domain?
A .top domain helps visitors understand your website at a glance and can make your brand easier to remember. It offers a clear, short option for websites, email, and marketing materials as your business grows.
Domain information for .top
TLD
.top
TLD type
gTLD
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
5 years
Domain privacy protection
Free
RegistrarLock
DNSSEC
ICANN fee
CAN$ 0.29
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Tips
How to get the best domain name
1. Include your brand name
Use your brand name or keywords to boost recognition and visibility in search results.
2. Keep it short
Domain names under three words are easier to read and remember.
3. Less is more
Avoid hyphens, numbers, slang, and hard-to-spell words.
4. Think about your audience
Choose an extension that fits your audience, whether it’s local or global.
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.top domain FAQs
What does a .top domain mean?
A .top domain is a generic top-level domain, or gTLD. It’s often used to suggest being at the top, highest, or best in a field, rather than for a specific country or industry.
Is a .top domain trusted?
Yes. .top is an official gTLD with an ICANN registry agreement, so it works like other standard domains in browsers, email, and DNS. Trust depends more on the website and sender than on the ending.
Is a .top a good domain?
Yes, if you want a short, flexible name and the ending supports your brand message. Search engines treat .top like other TLDs for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the extension.
Should I choose a .top domain or .com domain?
Choose .top if your preferred .com is taken or if the ending fits a modern brand name. Choose .com if your audience expects the most familiar global extension and you want the broadest recognition.
Who can register a .top domain?
Anyone can register a .top domain. It is not limited to a specific country, business type, or organization.
Are there restrictions on .top domains?
Yes, standard domain rules still apply. Names must use valid domain characters, and some reserved or premium names may not be available because the registry controls them.
How much does a .top domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .top domain costs CAN$ 4.19 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is CAN$ 9.79/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.