A domain that means business: .shop
Purpose-built for online retail — .shop tells customers exactly what to expect.
Why choose a .shop domain?
Discover why .shop domains are the perfect choice for your online presence. Modern, memorable, and trusted worldwide.
.shop overview
.shop launched in 2016 and is operated by Japan's GMO Registry. It was created specifically for e-commerce, making it an instantly clear address for any online store.
Better Availability
More .shop domains are available compared to traditional extensions.
SEO Friendly
Google treats all TLDs equally for search ranking purposes.
Global Recognition
Trusted by brands worldwide for their digital presence.
.shop stats & history
Demand for .shop was so strong that GMO Registry secured the extension at an ICANN auction for a record sum, and it has been a popular retail domain ever since.
.shop domain benefits
A .shop domain leaves no doubt that you sell online, helping customers find and trust your store, with short, memorable names still available.
Better Availability
Get the exact .shop domain name you want
Brand Recognition
Stand out with a modern, memorable domain
Global Trust
Accepted and trusted worldwide
Ideas for your .shop domain
The natural choice for online shops, retailers, marketplaces and e-commerce brands of any size.
What's included
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Free WHOIS privacy protection
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Free DNS management
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Easy-to-use domain control panel
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Domain forwarding and URL redirection
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Email forwarding
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Automatic renewal reminders
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DNSSEC support for added security
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Expert support from our team in Luxembourg
Pricing Summary
.shop Domain Policy & Rules
Learn about the registration requirements and policies for .shop domains. Make sure your domain meets all guidelines.
Registration Requirements
Domain Length
Your .shop domain must be between 1 and 63 characters long.
Allowed Characters
Registry Information
The .shop domain extension is managed by:
GMO Registry
Additional Policies
- Length: 2-63 characters
- Numbers: Not allowed
- Hyphens: Middle
- IDN: Not supported
Test Your Domain
Check if your domain name follows .shop registration requirements.
Quick Rules:
- 1-63 characters long
- Numbers allowed
- Hyphens in middle only
- International characters supported
Registration Tips
- Keep it short and memorable for better brand recognition
- Ideal for e-commerce, retail businesses, and online marketplaces
- Consider purchasing multiple similar domains to protect your brand
Everything you need to know about .shop domains
Get answers to common questions about .shop domain registration, pricing, and management.
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.shop Quick Facts
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