The .do domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the Dominican Republic, introduced in 1991. It is managed by NIC .DO and is intended for entities with a connection to the Dominican Republic, with no specific registration restrictions.
The .do top-level domain (TLD) is the country code domain for the Dominican Republic. It was introduced in 1991 and is managed by NIC .DO, with sponsorship by the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra. The domain is primarily used by entities connected to the Dominican Republic, including businesses, organizations, and individuals. There are no specific restrictions on who can register a .do domain, making it accessible to a wide range of users. The domain supports DNSSEC for enhanced security and offers privacy protection services. Registration periods range from 1 to 10 years, and the domain is subject to the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy for resolving disputes. While internationalized domain names (IDN) are not supported, the .do domain remains a popular choice within its target market.
Primarily for entities connected to the Dominican Republic.
None
NIC .DO
1991
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra
For entities with a connection to the Dominican Republic.
Primarily intended for entities within the Dominican Republic.
1 to 10 years
Domains must be renewed before expiration to avoid suspension.
Requires authorization code and confirmation from current registrant.
Yes
Yes
Varies by registrar and domain type.
Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP)
Minimum registration period is 1 year; domain names can include letters, numbers, and hyphens.
No
Over 10,000 domains registered, predominantly used within the Dominican Republic.
Businesses, organizations, and individuals in the Dominican Republic.
https://nic.do/
https://www.nic.do/