.ca domain information

The .ca domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Canada, managed by CIRA since 1987. It is primarily used by Canadian entities and supports DNSSEC and WHOIS privacy protection.

Introduction

The .ca top-level domain (TLD) is the country code domain for Canada. Managed by the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), it was introduced in 1987 and is intended for entities connected with Canada. The domain is widely used by Canadian businesses, organizations, and individuals. With over 3 million registrations, it supports DNSSEC and offers WHOIS privacy protection. The .ca domain is known for its strong association with Canadian identity and is a trusted space for Canadian internet presence.

Target market

Canada

Restrictions

None

Intended use

Entities connected with Canada

Registration rules

1. Domain names must be between 2 and 63 characters. 2. Only alphanumeric characters and hyphens are allowed. 3. Domains cannot begin or end with a hyphen.

Renewal policy

Domains must be renewed before expiration to avoid deletion. Notifications are sent prior to expiration.

Transfer policy

Transfers are allowed between registrants with proper authorization and may involve a fee.

Dispute resolution policy

CIRA Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (CDRP)

Typical users

Canadian businesses, organizations, and individuals

Registry url

https://www.cira.ca/domain-name-registration

Registrar prices

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