The .cy domain is the official country code top-level domain for Cyprus, managed by the University of Cyprus. It is primarily used by entities connected to Cyprus and supports DNSSEC for security.
The .cy domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cyprus. It is managed by the University of Cyprus and is intended for entities with a connection to Cyprus. The domain is popular among businesses, organizations, and individuals in Cyprus, providing them with a local online presence. The registration process is straightforward, with no significant restrictions beyond the requirement for a link to Cyprus. The domain supports DNSSEC for enhanced security but does not currently support internationalized domain names (IDNs).
Cyprus
None
University of Cyprus
1994
University of Cyprus
Entities connected with Cyprus
Primarily for entities connected to Cyprus
1 to 10 years
Domains can be renewed annually before expiration
Requires authorization code and compliance with registry regulations
Yes
Depends on the registrar
Varies by registrar
Cyprus Dispute Resolution Policy (CDRP)
Minimum 2 characters; must be related to the registrant
No
Limited data available; primarily used by Cypriot entities
Businesses, organizations, and individuals in Cyprus
http://www.nic.cy/
http://www.nic.cy/