The ".co" domain is a top-level domain originally assigned to Colombia but has become a popular global alternative to ".com" for businesses and startups seeking shorter and more memorable web addresses.
The ".co" domain is a versatile top-level domain (TLD) originally designated as the country code for Colombia. Over time, it has been rebranded and marketed as a global, generic TLD that is short, memorable, and an excellent alternative to ".com." The ".co" domain is particularly popular among startups, entrepreneurs, and tech companies due to its brevity and brandability. It offers flexibility with no stringent registration restrictions, supports internationalized domain names (IDNs), and includes privacy protection options. The domain is managed by GoDaddy Registry, and disputes are resolved under the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP).
Businesses, startups, and individuals seeking a shorter, more memorable domain name similar to ".com"
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GoDaddy Registry
2010
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Originally intended for entities connected with Colombia, but now used globally as a generic domain similar to ".com"
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1 to 10 years
Domains can be renewed annually, before the expiration date, to maintain ownership
Domain transfers are allowed between registrars, typically requiring an authorization code and may involve a transfer fee
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Varies by registrar, generally higher than standard ".com" domains
Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) is used for resolving disputes
Domains must be between 3 and 63 characters; may include letters, numbers, and hyphens; cannot start or end with a hyphen
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As of recent data, over 2 million ".co" domains have been registered, with significant usage among startups and tech companies
Entrepreneurs, startups, tech companies, and individuals seeking brandable domains
https://www.registry.co/
https://www.godaddy.com/domains/domain-name-search