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About the .cc domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .cc domain
What is a .cc domain?
.cc is the country-code TLD for the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, an Australian territory. It’s often used globally as a short, versatile domain, with no widely known local-use restrictions.
Who is a .cc domain for?
A .cc domain works well for startups, tech projects, creative portfolios, and communities that want a short, flexible web address. It also suits businesses and personal sites looking for a simple, memorable domain.
Why choose a .cc domain?
A .cc domain helps make your website name clear, memorable, and easy to share. It can support a professional online presence across your site, email, and marketing while giving your brand room to grow.
Domain information for .cc
TLD
.cc
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
1 year
Is privacy protection supported
Yes
Is lock supported
Yes
Is DNSSEC supported
Yes
Why register your domain with Hostinger?
No technical knowledge required
24/7 expert support
Free domain privacy protection
Free coming soon page or link in bio site
Competitive pricing
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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.cc domain FAQs
What does a .cc domain mean?
A .cc domain is a country-code top-level domain for the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Today, it is also used more broadly as a short, flexible web address when the name you want is available.
Is a .cc domain trusted?
Yes. .cc is a valid top-level domain in the DNS and is managed by an official registry, so it works normally in browsers, email, and search engines.
Is a .cc a good domain?
Yes, if you want a short domain or the .com version is unavailable. Search engines treat .cc the same as other extensions for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the ending.
Should I choose a .cc domain or .com domain?
Choose .cc if you want a concise name or a better chance of finding an available domain. Choose .com if your audience expects it first or you want the most widely recognized extension.
Who can register a .cc domain?
Anyone can register a .cc domain. It is generally open to individuals and businesses, with no residency or local presence requirement.
Are there restrictions on .cc domains?
Yes, standard domain rules apply. You cannot use spaces or most special characters, and reserved or premium names may be unavailable depending on the registry.
How much does a .cc domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .cc domain costs $3.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is $10.99/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.