gTLD

.institute domain information

.institute is a generic top-level domain aimed at educational entities and organizations, promoting knowledge and learning.

DNSSEC Support: Yes IDN Support: No Updated: 2026-05-28

Introduction

.institute is a versatile generic top-level domain (gTLD) designed for educational institutions, organizations, and individuals looking to establish a presence in the educational sector. This TLD is ideal for universities, colleges, training organizations, and online learning platforms. With no geographic restrictions, anyone can register a .institute domain, making it accessible for a global audience. The domain supports DNSSEC for enhanced security and offers WHOIS privacy protection for registrants. The registration process is straightforward, allowing for a range of characters and lengths, with no specific eligibility criteria. Whether you are an established educational institution or a startup offering courses, a .institute domain can help convey your commitment to education and learning.

Target market

This TLD is positioned for educational institutions and organizations.

Restrictions

Registration is open to any organization or individual.

Intended use

Originally intended for educational institutions, .institute is now used by a variety of organizations and individuals to signify educational content or services.

Registration rules

• Domain names must be between 1 and 63 characters long.
• Allowed characters include letters, numbers, and hyphens.
• Certain names may be reserved for the registry's use.
• No specific eligibility requirements.

Renewal policy

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Transfer policy

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Dispute resolution policy

UDRP / URS

Typical users

educational institutions, training organizations, online courses, tutors

Registry url

https://www.identitydigital.com/
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Registrar prices

Registrar Lowest registration Renew Transfer Fetched
Porkbun $5.66 $22.14 $22.14 2026-05-28