Build your brand with a .ai domain
Why a .ai domain?
What is a .ai domain?
The .ai domain is the country-code TLD for Anguilla, widely used worldwide by artificial intelligence startups, tech companies, and projects that want a short, memorable AI-focused identity.
Who is a .ai domain for?
A .ai domain suits AI startups, tech companies, research teams, and developers showcasing artificial intelligence products or tools. It helps position your brand clearly within the AI and machine learning space.
Why choose a .ai domain?
A .ai domain clearly signals your focus on artificial intelligence, helping visitors understand your website at a glance. It supports consistent branding across your site, email, and marketing as your work develops.
Why register your domain with Hostinger?
How to get the best domain name
1. Include your brand name
2. Keep it short
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4. Think about your audience
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.ai domain FAQs
What does .ai domain mean?
.ai is the official extension of Anguilla, a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean. Search engines treat this domain extension like a generic top-level domain due to its association with artificial intelligence (AI). Nowadays, .ai is widely used by online projects linked to artificial intelligence.
The word "ai" is also the original character or symbol for "heart" in Chinese and is commonly used as a feminine given name – making it a great domain name for a personal website.
Why are .ai domains so popular?
.ai domains are popular among tech companies because of the growth of artificial intelligence technology. Major tech brands like Facebook, Uber, and Google have registered this tld and redirected it to their main sites.
The total revenue the Anguilla government has received from the domain fees shows the .ai tld popularity. In 2018, it collected US$ 2.9 million – from a US$ 50/year fee for every .ai domain registration or renewal.
What businesses should buy .ai domain names?
Businesses that are involved in the artificial intelligence industry (operating in machine learning and robotics, for example) can benefit from registering a .ai domain. Some examples include Fetch.ai, which provides ai for blockchains, and Eightfold.ai, a deep-learning talent intelligence platform. .ai tld helps both brands showcase their expertise in their niche and attract customers.
Do you offer travel-related services to Anguilla? Register this domain extension to show you’re a trusted travel agent operating on this island known for its beautiful coral reefs and beaches.
A .ai extension is also an excellent choice for a domain hack. Imagine you sell bonsai. It would be great to have a website name such as bons.ai – a subtle way to let potential customers instantly know what you sell.
Who can register a .ai domain?
.ai registration is available for users worldwide, even though it’s the country-code domain for the island of Anguilla.
Some country-code domains require people to have a physical presence in the country to register the extension, but anyone can buy .ai domains. However, the registration can be revoked or suspended if people use the domain for illegal activity, like violating copyrights or trademarks. For .ai domain name registration at Hostinger, anyone can use the search field to check tld availability and then buy it.
How much do .ai domain names cost?
This TLD costs more than other domain name registrations, like .com and .online. But you can purchase one at Hostinger at a great price.
As an ICANN accredited registrar, we offer .ai domain names for £73.98/year – the registration and renewal fees are the same.
While the annual fee is higher, its premium domains are generally cheaper than .com options. For example, cars.ai is available at $250,000, while cars.com reached $872 million – the most expensive domain name ever sold. So, purchase your .ai domain name today before someone else takes it.