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About the .legal domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .legal domain
What is a .legal domain?
.legal is a generic top-level domain for legal services and related sites. It’s open to broader use, but names in this space are often chosen by law firms, lawyers, and legal resources.
Who is a .legal domain for?
A .legal domain works well for law firms, legal consultants, compliance teams, and in-house counsel who want a clear, professional online presence. It suits client services, legal resources, and firm branding.
Why choose a .legal domain?
A .legal domain helps visitors understand your website’s purpose at a glance and can strengthen clarity across your brand. It is a practical choice for web pages, email addresses, and marketing as your business grows.
Domain information for .legal
TLD
.legal
TLD type
gTLD
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
3 years
Domain privacy protection
Free
RegistrarLock
DNSSEC
ICANN fee
$0.20
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.legal domain FAQs
What does a .legal domain mean?
A .legal domain signals a legal-focused website, so people usually expect law firms, legal services, or legal information. It was created as a generic top-level domain, and today it is used mainly for clear industry branding.
Is a .legal domain trusted?
Yes. .legal is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, and it works like other standard domain extensions in browsers and email. It is operated through an official registry listed by IANA.
Is a .legal a good domain?
Yes, if your site is about law, legal services, or legal resources. Search engines treat .legal the same as other extensions for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the ending.
Should I choose a .legal domain or .com domain?
Choose .legal if you want the web address to show a clear legal focus. Choose .com if you want the broadest familiarity and your preferred name is easier to find there.
Who can register a .legal domain?
Anyone can register a .legal domain. It is not limited to licensed lawyers, firms, or organizations.
Are there restrictions on .legal domains?
There are no special eligibility rules, but the name still must meet normal domain rules. Like other TLDs, reserved names and technical syntax limits can apply at the registry level.
How much does a .legal domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .legal domain costs $5.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is $82.99/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.