.CC Domain
The .cc domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cocos (Keeling) Islands, an Australian external territory. However, it has gained popularity as a global alternative to .com due to its versatility.
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
Technical Details
Launch Dates & Availability
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Registration Requirements:
No specific restrictions; open for global registration
Additional Information
Country Code Top-Level Domain, originally assigned to the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, but now used globally as an alternative to .com
Despite being a ccTLD, .cc is often marketed as meaning 'Chinese Commercial' or 'Creative Commons'It's popular among tech startups and creative businesses as an alternative to .com
Frequently Asked Questions
The .cc domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cocos (Keeling) Islands, an Australian external territory. However, it has gained popularity as a global alternative to .com due to its versatility. The .CC TLD is managed by VeriSign Global Registry Services and was introduced in 1997.
Registration for .CC domains has the following restrictions: No specific restrictions; open for global registration
The average pricing for a .CC domain is $20. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .CC domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.verisign-grs.com. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.verisign.com/cc/v1/ for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .CC domains include: GoDaddy, Namecheap, Network Solutions, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
As a country code TLD, .CC provides geographic identity and can improve local SEO rankings. It's ideal for businesses and individuals targeting a specific geographic market.