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Why a .it domain?

A quick overview to help you choose and register a .it domain

What is a .it domain?

.it is Italy’s country-code domain. It’s mainly used by Italian people, businesses, and organizations; registration is open to adults in the EEA, Vatican City, San Marino, Switzerland, and the UK.

Who is a .it domain for?

.it domains work well for businesses in Italy, local services, startups, and creators targeting Italian audiences. They help show local relevance and build trust with visitors who expect an Italian web presence.

Why choose a .it domain?

A .it domain helps visitors quickly identify your website as relevant to Italy, making your brand clearer and easier to remember. It supports a professional online presence across websites, email, and marketing as your business grows.

Domain information for .it

TLD
.it
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
1 year
Is IDN supported
Yes
Is DNSSEC supported
Yes

Why register your domain with Hostinger?

No technical knowledge required
24/7 expert support
Free domain privacy protection
Free coming soon page or link in bio site
Competitive pricing
Tips

How to get the best domain name

1. Include your brand name

Use your brand name or keywords to boost recognition and visibility in search results.

2. Keep it short

Domain names under three words are easier to read and remember.

3. Less is more

Avoid hyphens, numbers, slang, and hard-to-spell words.

4. Think about your audience

Choose an extension that fits your audience, whether it’s local or global.

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.it domain FAQs

What does a .it domain mean?

A .it domain is the country code for Italy. Today, it is commonly used by businesses, creators, and organizations that want a clear Italian identity online.

Is a .it domain trusted?

Yes. .it is an official country-code top-level domain with a registry run by Registro .it, and it works normally in browsers, email, and search engines.

Is a .it a good domain?

Yes, if you want to show an Italian connection or target people in Italy. Search engines treat .it like other domains for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the extension.

Should I choose a .it domain or .com domain?

Choose .it if your audience is in Italy or you want a local brand signal. Choose .com if you want a more global option or the .it name you want is unavailable.

Who can register a .it domain?

Anyone can register a .it domain. You do not need to be based in Italy or have Italian citizenship to buy one.

Are there restrictions on .it domains?

Yes. .it domain names must follow standard naming rules, and some reserved or protected names cannot be registered. The name also has to meet registry technical format requirements.

How much does a .it domain cost?

At Hostinger, a .it domain costs £4.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is £13.99/year. As Hostinger is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain is managed securely. Auto-renewal helps prevent expiration, and 24/7 support is available. You can also transfer your domain to Hostinger at any time.