Summary: Discover the history and purpose of .CC domain names, who can register them, and the restrictions for registrations. Get all the facts from Island Internet Services.

What is .CC TLD?

The .CC (top-level domain) extension is an alternative to the more widely known .com domain extension. It stands for Cocos (Keeling) Islands and was first registered in 1996.

What is the purpose of this domain name?

The .CC extension is used to create a unique web address for businesses and individuals. It is also used for country code Top Level Domains (ccTLDs). It is especially popular in China and the United States.

Who is the registry, including the website url?

The registry for .CC domains is Verisign , the website for the .CC domain extension is https://www.verisign.com/en_US/domain-names/cc-domain-names/index.xhtml.

Who can register this TLD?

Anyone can register a .CC domain name. It is a generic top-level domain and there are no restrictions on who can register one.

What are restrictions for registrations?

There are no restrictions on who can register a .CC domain name, but there are some restrictions on what kind of content can be hosted on them. The domain registrar has the right to deny a registration or transfer request if they deem the content to be illegal, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate.

Additionally, certain countries have laws restricting who can register a .CC domain name. For example, most countries in the European Union have laws restricting the registration of .CC domains by non-EU citizens or companies.

It is important to note that registering a .CC domain name does not automatically grant rights to the domain name. It is still necessary to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using a .CC domain name.