.LY Domain
The .ly domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Libya. It has gained popularity globally, especially for creative domain hacks and URL shorteners.
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Registration Requirements:
No specific country restrictions, but must comply with Libyan law and Islamic morality.
Additional Information
Country Code Top-Level Domain, representing Libya but often used creatively for domain hacks worldwide.
The .ly domain gained popularity for creative domain hacks due to its ability to form English words (e.g., quick.ly, serious.ly).It became widely known through URL shortening services like bit.ly.
Frequently Asked Questions
The .ly domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Libya. It has gained popularity globally, especially for creative domain hacks and URL shorteners. The .LY TLD is managed by General Post and Telecommunication Company and was introduced in 1997.
Registration for .LY domains has the following restrictions: No specific country restrictions, but must comply with Libyan law and Islamic morality.
The average pricing for a .LY domain is $75. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .LY domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.ly. You can also use the RDAP service at null for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .LY domains include: 101domain, GoDaddy, Namecheap, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
As a country code TLD, .LY provides geographic identity and can improve local SEO rankings. It's ideal for businesses and individuals targeting a specific geographic market.